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Are the rest of the spikes black as the "feets" are? The pair in Hilversum was in polished steel. I must say I like it better all black:)
 
Tan said:
Is the rest of the spikes black as the "feets" are? The pair in Hilversum was in polished steel. I must say I like it better all black:)
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The extensions are black as you probably saw. the caps that go on top of them are black, but the actual spike puck is silver. So it mostly is black and looks (imo) way better than the photos you saw.

I have mine spiked now and will take a photo tonight (after work) and show you. You will like it.
 
madfloyd said:
The extensions are black as you probably saw. the caps that go on top of them are black, but the actual spike puck is silver. So it mostly is black and looks (imo) way better than the photos you saw.

I have mine spiked now and will take a photo tonight (after work) and show you. You will like it.
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I don't think I could concentrate on anything else - like work - with those beauties at home.
 
Ian,

Congratulations on a stunning pair of speakers. They must be amazing. Enjoy them in great health.
 
madfloyd said:
Yup. Did some listening (with Peter Ayer who graciously came down to help). These are VERY early impressions (haven't sampled that much in the way of different music styles yet).

Obviously the speakers need to break in. They are also sitting on casters which puts them higher than they will be on spikes (and from my experience with Alexias this can make a huge difference in low frequencies) and are simply placed where I had my S5's (i.e. no attempt at voicing has been made thus far - other than Peter insisting on a bit of toe-in).




I have to say that the tweeter is really special. I feel like I'm just echoing previous reports, but it's seamless and clean, clean, clean.. The entire frequency spectrum seems seamless. Music is fast, liquid and full of ENERGY. Whether it be a sax, acoustic bass, or a string section, I feel energy like I've never felt before. The bass is DEEP, but taut & snappy (who knows how much this will change with break-in). Soundstage is huge. It's so wonderful to finally have 'big' speakers. Symphonies are outstanding - the closest thing I've heard to the BSO so far. Instruments are so separated and there is lots of depth.


Piano was really telling - again the word 'seamless' comes to mind with oodles of resolution, especially impressive detail in the low frequencies. The size, weight, and presence puts the piano right in the room.


It'll be interesting to see how the sound evolves during break-in. Right now I'd say they are more neutral than the S5's but not cold or analytical. I've yet to play any rock so that will be interesting.
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I couldn't be happier for you Ian !!!

A HUGE congrats :congrats: I hope you enjoy them for many years !
 
Mike said:
I don't think I could concentrate on anything else - like work - with those beauties at home.
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Mike,

Do the M Projects have you thinking about Pass Labs XS Series / Magico synergy????

Best,
Ken
 
Alpinist said:
Mike,

Do the M Projects have you thinking about Pass Labs XS Series / Magico synergy????

Best,
Ken
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OMG! YES!!!

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madfloyd said:
Yup. Did some listening (with Peter Ayer who graciously came down to help). These are VERY early impressions (haven't sampled that much in the way of different music styles yet).

Obviously the speakers need to break in. They are also sitting on casters which puts them higher than they will be on spikes (and from my experience with Alexias this can make a huge difference in low frequencies) and are simply placed where I had my S5's (i.e. no attempt at voicing has been made thus far - other than Peter insisting on a bit of toe-in).


I have to say that the tweeter is really special. I feel like I'm just echoing previous reports, but it's seamless and clean, clean, clean.. The entire frequency spectrum seems seamless. Music is fast, liquid and full of ENERGY. Whether it be a sax, acoustic bass, or a string section, I feel energy like I've never felt before. The bass is DEEP, but taut & snappy (who knows how much this will change with break-in). Soundstage is huge. It's so wonderful to finally have 'big' speakers. Symphonies are outstanding - the closest thing I've heard to the BSO so far. Instruments are so separated and there is lots of depth.


Piano was really telling - again the word 'seamless' comes to mind with oodles of resolution, especially impressive detail in the low frequencies. The size, weight, and presence puts the piano right in the room.


It'll be interesting to see how the sound evolves during break-in. Right now I'd say they are more neutral than the S5's but not cold or analytical. I've yet to play any rock so that will be interesting.
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Hi Ian,

You have a dream system capped off with some world class loudspeakers. And it's only going to get better as they break in. Enjoy the ride, my friend!

Ken
 
Alpinist said:
Hi Ian,

You have a dream system capped off with some world class loudspeakers. And it's only going to get better as they break in. Enjoy the ride, my friend!

Ken
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Thank you! My understanding is that in two weeks there'll be a substantial difference.
 
Tan said:
Are the rest of the spikes black as the "feets" are? The pair in Hilversum was in polished steel. I must say I like it better all black:)
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Tan, as promised, here is a quick snapshot to show the black feet.
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Congrats my friend - can't wait to hear 'em. Your S5's sounded amazing. If I remember correctly I asked you why did you not just stop here? ;^) Now I know!
 
Thanks:). They look very nice in black! I wonder if black is standard on later serial numbers. The one in Hilversum had #14 and #13. Did you have the chance to choose?
 
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