Congratulations. I think these are excellent looking speakers and would love to hear them. I've read some excellent reports. I might have preferred the controls on the back of the speakers though for aesthetic reasons. How efficient are the speakers and what does one need in terms of amplifier power?
Fyne Audio F1-10
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Shadowfax
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johnthomas
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Well, I got a few straight hours in yesterday to listen to the speakers. For a speaker with only one a 10 inch driver, I’m amazed at the amount and the depth of bass authority this speaker lets out. Female and male voices are laser sharp coming from the tweeter (in a good way). Gryphon and Fyne definitely have good synergy together. I have that sound of being at a live concert. Right now I have Energy dial at level two. I haven’t played with the presence yet or tried higher than 2 notches yet on the Energy dial. Finally Im so happy Mike recommeded the Walnut veneer finish. Definitely on par with the TAD R1 finish.
Dylan
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I’m so glad you like them. I think they will continue to grow on you. And the fit and finish is superb. Enjoy!
Shadowfax
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It sounds like similar characteristics are observed no matter what model of Fyne. Crystal sharp vocals and percussion, the amount of Bass response and the Walnut Finnish. Also the live sound, I was used to the band being up there on the stage but now the band is right over there in the corner of my room.
johnthomas
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Well today I punished my Fyne’s for 2 hours straight. I threw the kitchen sink at her today everything from Jazz , classical and good old rock and roll. The volume on Gryphon Essence was set at 25. The bass was deep and controlled without overwhelming the speaker shell or the room. What is awesome is that I don’t have an ounce of sibilance. It’s hard to believe that I’m in such a good place as far as listening. I believe I have dialed in the energy and presence dials for the space I’m in (3 o’clock for the energy and 7 o’clock for the presence. The Gryphon still amazes me that I can leave it on 24/7 with barely any heat ( love the Green bias). The only sad thing is now I’m craving the Audioquest Dragon power cord and Shunyata Research Omega USB.
Dylan
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You are a lucky guy. I wish I could really crank mine up but I can’t (high rise condo). I’ll bet you weren’t even “punishing” them- they were probably just loafing along. It is really special when you can immerse yourself in the music and not even think about the equipment. Congratulations!
Have you tried the Gaia’s yet? What did you think?
Have you tried the Gaia’s yet? What did you think?
Jim Smith
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Not really in the same league, but some folks who have recently heard my - finally dialed-in - 703s have been amazed at their Dynamics, Tone & Presence, at a musical involvement level significantly beyond my previously well-received demo system with modified Tannoy Canterburys, at an overall price of about one-fifth (!) of the price of that system...
If I wasn't dedicated to showing the overall benefits of system set-up, as it relates to TTSB, I'd be on the F1 floor-standing series in a heartbeat!
If I wasn't dedicated to showing the overall benefits of system set-up, as it relates to TTSB, I'd be on the F1 floor-standing series in a heartbeat!
johnthomas
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I haven't received the custom/new adapter screws of yet from IsoAcoustics hopefully soon. Mike?
They have the schematic from Fyne. Just waiting to hear back.
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MPW
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Jim, what are you using to drive your Fyne’s? You’ve got multiple options in your profile.
VERY interested in further Fyne impressions from prior Tannoy owners. Tannoy Prestige series seem to be handicapped on bass performance with the weird venting system instead of a bass reflex. Anyone know what acoustic advantages/purposes (if any) the venting has versus bass reflex? I guess the Canterbury's venting allows "variable bass tuning" with the sliding rails, but I'd always run them wide open ever since my SE's burned in, and from day #1 on my current GR. The Yorkminster SE was the odd one in the Prestige line since it used bass reflex, and its bass was amazing (auditioned them in my home, so no room variable) - easily better than Canterbury (SE or GR), but then its midrange wasn't as beautiful and its image not as grandiose as the Canterbury.
Anyways it's great to see Tannoy's legacy live on in Fyne. I hope old Tannoy can keep going, too. I have to say I'm quite fond of looking at the gold-colored Tannoy pepperpot horns, and I miss seeing that on the Fynes! Still a beautiful driver.
And also, you guys have such beautiful setups. Clearly folks who love Tannoy & Fyne are fellows of true class
Anyways it's great to see Tannoy's legacy live on in Fyne. I hope old Tannoy can keep going, too. I have to say I'm quite fond of looking at the gold-colored Tannoy pepperpot horns, and I miss seeing that on the Fynes! Still a beautiful driver.
And also, you guys have such beautiful setups. Clearly folks who love Tannoy & Fyne are fellows of true class
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Today I had an listen of F1-10 with classe pre and power. Impression is the depth is quite amazing, the vocals pop in front with instruments layering behind. Good resolution and holographic too.
However the low end is far from satisfying. Sounded detached from the soundstage and doesn’t sound like a floodstander. Fyne F702 in the next room delivered deeper bass, which is strange.
Can I check with F1-10 users, how do you find the bass performance?
Today I had an listen of F1-10 with classe pre and power. Impression is the depth is quite amazing, the vocals pop in front with instruments layering behind. Good resolution and holographic too.
However the low end is far from satisfying. Sounded detached from the soundstage and doesn’t sound like a floodstander. Fyne F702 in the next room delivered deeper bass, which is strange.
Can I check with F1-10 users, how do you find the bass performance?
They need a lot more break in than the 702’s. The adjustments and proper positioning delivers better bass than the 702. Mostly break in.
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KeithR
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as far as settings go, I setup the F1-12s with them in the neutral position and then tried adjusting in and out. ended up using 1 notch more on the treble, that's it (and others liked none). Mike's room is fully treated with carpet, so not surprised his needed more. its a nice feature to have, but don't go overboard.