DB9 Signature
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a.wayne
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rrwmd
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Congratulations Mark!
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Good morning everyone! I apologize for not posting yesterday , I was a little too busy.
I'm trying to put into words what I've been hearing with the new system. I can't really review the Kharmas by themselves because my Gryphon is also new in the setup along with the Audioquest Willian Tell speaker cables. So I guess I'll just try to describe what my wife and I are experiencing.
The first thing that stands out is a clarity that allows us to hear more instruments in very familiar recordings, more than we've ever hear before. I'm using the word "Clarity" to describe the lack of any type of background hash, or smearing that we sometimes hear. As a result, vocals are much more realistic and lyrics are more understandable than I've previously experienced.
This is while they are still breaking in, which is a good sign. The bass is very good, occasionally a little boomy, but most other times tight and punchy. The midrange is nothing short of astounding! Again, I'm sure that's why the vocals are so amazing. I mentioned before that when I was listening to the DB9's at Mike's place that this has to be maybe the best Beryllium tweeter in the world today. It certainly is the best I've ever heard. The high frequencies are so clear and extended, completely natural sounding. There is absolutely no glare or sharpness.
The thing about these speakers that makes them truly special is the way they pull you in.......and won't let go. I know that this is mostly the speakers here because I had the same experience at Mike's place both times I was there listening with different components. I'm having a hard time stopping a listening session to do other things. In the past when describing a speaker I would comment that the speaker I was listening to had a complete lack of fatigue, which I consider a great compliment. This isn't just a lack of fatigue, it's a new kind of addiction! I'm just more involved in the music.
The one thing that may hold me back from getting the ultimate from the Kharmas is that I won't be able to pull the speakers as far into the room as I did with the Salon 2's. I moved my system from our main living area to the downstairs living area because my darling wife asked me if it would be ok to do so when I still had the Salons. Well, we never went down there to listen. So after a year she missed music so much we bought this new system to once again be in our main living area, with the caveat that the speakers wouldn't be pulled out into the room like the Salons were. It's a small sacrifice considering we once again have music where we live. It's nice to listen again while I'm in the kitchen cooking and enjoying cocktails.
I'll give more updates as they get more hours on them, and if you have any questions.
I'm trying to put into words what I've been hearing with the new system. I can't really review the Kharmas by themselves because my Gryphon is also new in the setup along with the Audioquest Willian Tell speaker cables. So I guess I'll just try to describe what my wife and I are experiencing.
The first thing that stands out is a clarity that allows us to hear more instruments in very familiar recordings, more than we've ever hear before. I'm using the word "Clarity" to describe the lack of any type of background hash, or smearing that we sometimes hear. As a result, vocals are much more realistic and lyrics are more understandable than I've previously experienced.
This is while they are still breaking in, which is a good sign. The bass is very good, occasionally a little boomy, but most other times tight and punchy. The midrange is nothing short of astounding! Again, I'm sure that's why the vocals are so amazing. I mentioned before that when I was listening to the DB9's at Mike's place that this has to be maybe the best Beryllium tweeter in the world today. It certainly is the best I've ever heard. The high frequencies are so clear and extended, completely natural sounding. There is absolutely no glare or sharpness.
The thing about these speakers that makes them truly special is the way they pull you in.......and won't let go. I know that this is mostly the speakers here because I had the same experience at Mike's place both times I was there listening with different components. I'm having a hard time stopping a listening session to do other things. In the past when describing a speaker I would comment that the speaker I was listening to had a complete lack of fatigue, which I consider a great compliment. This isn't just a lack of fatigue, it's a new kind of addiction! I'm just more involved in the music.
The one thing that may hold me back from getting the ultimate from the Kharmas is that I won't be able to pull the speakers as far into the room as I did with the Salon 2's. I moved my system from our main living area to the downstairs living area because my darling wife asked me if it would be ok to do so when I still had the Salons. Well, we never went down there to listen. So after a year she missed music so much we bought this new system to once again be in our main living area, with the caveat that the speakers wouldn't be pulled out into the room like the Salons were. It's a small sacrifice considering we once again have music where we live. It's nice to listen again while I'm in the kitchen cooking and enjoying cocktails.
I'll give more updates as they get more hours on them, and if you have any questions.
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MPW
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Great update, thank you. My last two houses had dedicated spaces for listening. This time around we made the same decision as you and put the system in the main living space. It has taken some work to get things situated sonically and visually, but to be able to listen to music all the time is a real treat. Enjoy your new toys and we would love to see some pics of those beautiful speakers!
Glad you and Susan are happy with the new system. In the past, when visiting you guys, Carmen and I have always enjoyed having a cocktail and enjoying a nice dinner in your home while the music is playing in the family room. Always a fantastic experience and one that we look forward to in the near future.
PS - In addition to Mark being a "musicphile", he's a great golfer and an even better chef.
PS - In addition to Mark being a "musicphile", he's a great golfer and an even better chef.
Jim Smith
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So after a year she missed music so much we bought this new system to once again be in our main living area, with the caveat that the speakers wouldn't be pulled out into the room like the Salons were.
There is a simple & inexpensive compromise step that you can take that not only unlocks Musical Harmony, but also Domestic Harmony...
:satisfying: :kiss:
There is a simple & inexpensive compromise step that you can take that not only unlocks Musical Harmony, but also Domestic Harmony...
:satisfying: :kiss:
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So after a year she missed music so much we bought this new system to once again be in our main living area, with the caveat that the speakers wouldn't be pulled out into the room like the Salons were.
There is a simple & inexpensive compromise step that you can take that not only unlocks Musical Harmony, but also Domestic Harmony...
:satisfying: :kiss:
After the improvements you made to my system when you voiced it........I'm all ears
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defride
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Congratulations on the Kharma's. Wonderful speakers, they look great in your room.
I've had previous generation CRM 2.3ce for the past decade. My experience in a couple of different rooms suggests placement makes the difference between good, really good and great. Centimetres in all planes make all the difference, so do experiment once they're run in. When you get it right a walk in soundstage appears in front of you delivering everything your electronics can muster.
Hope you get many years of enjoyment
I've had previous generation CRM 2.3ce for the past decade. My experience in a couple of different rooms suggests placement makes the difference between good, really good and great. Centimetres in all planes make all the difference, so do experiment once they're run in. When you get it right a walk in soundstage appears in front of you delivering everything your electronics can muster.
Hope you get many years of enjoyment
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Hi Mark,
That is a great looking room. The DB9-S really integrate well into the living room without visually dominating it. Big sound and a moderate size. I like my Vandy’s for much the same reason.
Congrats and enjoy!
Ken
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very inviting, i love the hight of the room
rrwmd
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Wow, those look so good in that room Mark!
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