Absolute Pure Magic - Raidho D5

[FlexibleAudio]

I agree David or said differently--true to source (i.e., no coloration added to the original).

Hi David,

I totally agree with your definition of "neutral". Being true to the source I would define as "transparency". I have always felt that having loudspeakers that are as neutral as possible across the entire frequency range is an excellent thing. It makes component, cable and room matching so much easier. I don't believe neutrality has to be sacrificed in a loudspeaker in order to achieve transparency or musicality.

Best,
Ken

I think of true to source as both neutral and transparent; no color or veil......but hey, that's me.


From Stereophile's Sounds Like? An Audio Glossary

neutral Free from coloration.

transparency, transparent1) A quality of sound reproduction that gives the impression of listening through the system to the original sounds, rather than to a pair of loudspeakers. 2) Freedom from veiling, texturing, or any other quality which tends to obscure the signal. A quality of crystalline clarity.

 

[asiufy]

Guys,

How about the D-2? Any experience with that one? Should be easier to work with than the D3...


alexandre

 

[FlexibleAudio]

Michael B. and Lars call Kiwi when they need information on about the D2. Kiwi is the worlds foremost authority on this speaker.

 

[Alpinist]

Guys,

How about the D-2? Any experience with that one? Should be easier to work with than the D3...


alexandre

Hi Alexandre,

I auditioned both the D2 and D3. The D2 does have less bass than the D3, so I believe room setup should be easier. The D2 does have plenty of bass and will fill a small to medium sized room with beautiful sound. The D3 has a bigger presentation with more bass and is probably the best match for a medium to large sized room. Of course proper component and cable matching and speaker placement are all important as well. I think both models are terrific. Many D2 and D3 owners here can give even more details.

Best,
Ken

 

[Alpinist]

Michael B. and Lars call Kiwi when they need information on about the D2. Kiwi is the worlds foremost authority on this speaker.

Hi Paul,

Is your system playing music yet or still under construction? I still see some TBD's in some key spots. If it's playing, how are you liking your Soulution 501 monoblocks? They are really neat amps.

Best,
Ken

 

[MDP]

You have a great system Ken ! Are you sticking with your Salon 2's ? I absolutely loved mine when I had them !!

 

[Alpinist]

You have a great system Ken ! Are you sticking with your Salon 2's ? I absolutely loved mine when I had them !!

Thanks Mark. You have a great system too!

I'm sticking with the Salon 2's for now. They are excellent speakers. I'm considering getting the Raidho D2 or D3 in 2015. It will depend on how well they match with my existing components.

Which make and model interconnects and speaker cables are you currently using with your D3's? Are you happy now with the way the D3's are sounding in your room with the H30?

Best,
Ken

 

[FlexibleAudio]

Ken, Unfortunately I am still a ways out. I just ordered power last week and am now focussed on sources. Not in a hurry. I find the process part of the fun.

 

[Alpinist]

Ken, Unfortunately I am still a ways out. I just ordered power last week and am now focussed on sources. Not in a hurry. I find the process part of the fun.

Hi Paul,

I agree with you, building it is half the fun. I bet you can hardly wait for that first listen. With your gear it should knock your socks off! What direction are you planning to go with the digital front end? I've been extremely happy with my K-01 and never regretted for a minute spending the extra money for it. Best of luck with the remaining construction, don't forget your hard hat...LOL.

Best,
Ken

 

[FlexibleAudio]

Hi Paul,

I agree with you, building it is half the fun. I bet you can hardly wait for that first listen. With your gear it should knock your socks off! What direction are you planning to go with the digital front end? I've been extremely happy with my K-01 and never regretted for a minute spending the extra money for it. Best of luck with the remaining construction, don't forget your hard hat...LOL.

Best,
Ken

Hey Ken,

I have been out of town. I like the MSB Analog Dac and want to hear the Allnic D5000 sometime and also take another hard look at the Playback Designs stuff. A few guys on here really love the DSD dacs. I will also have to put the K-01 on the list.

 

[Alpinist]

Hey Ken,

I have been out of town. I like the MSB Analog Dac and want to hear the Allnic D5000 sometime and also take another hard look at the Playback Designs stuff. A few guys on here really love the DSD dacs. I will also have to put the K-01 on the list.

Hi Paul,

They are already shipping the new K-01X (Native DSD, 35-Bit Processing and 352 kHZ Sampling Rate). Also dropped the retail price $450. Make sure you check that one out.

Best,
Ken