Simple two-channel system + home theater set-up. Just acquired the Eggleston Andras (2007 version) and McIntosh MCD201. Running without the lens or outboard DAC for now, though I wonder how things would sound with the Uther, Audit/Tactic and lens front end. Townshend seismic sinks throughout, as well as Chang powerline filters. 'Tis bliss for now...
In silver. Absoluely trounces the Uther mk. 4 in terms of sheer musicality, aesthetics, dynamics, air, pitch coherence--you name it. Mr McGowen has shown, once again, why he is in top form as an audio engineer and deserves recognition as such.
Sorry the stale reply-I assume that the andras are sold. Hope you enjoying your Theils. I have heard a few models and they have not been to my taste. But that is what the hobby (or passion) is all about. Tastes, preferences, room and associated equipment. All add up to variables that lead to your sonic nirvana! Cheers.
Mjcmt: Not in my experience. I am using a Spectral DMA90, rated at 100 watts a side. Even with orchestral works, HRX or DVD-A discs on my front end (PS Audio PW transport and PW DAC), I get the fullest enjoyment from my system that I think is possible for my rig/room and generally possible with music reproduction in general. BTW, Eggleston was still selling original Andra 1's out the back door (when I bought mine in 2007 anyway)due to demand and the opinion that, for some, the later iterations of the Andra did not neccessarily improve on the original. On the contrary, some believe that they went the wrong way. This, after the departure of Bill Eggleston when he lost his own company to major shareholders, as I understand it, and was not at the helm for consult or input on redesign.
Thanks gadmanrdh. The Andra's are, w/out question the best speakets that. I have had the pleasure of owning and listening to, IMHO. They are on loan to a friend for now given my smaller listening space. I now have a perfect wave and just acquired a pair mod Proac 2.5's for my main speakers. I am hopeful that I will have a larger space inthe not so distant future, and can get the Egglestons back into the system.
Thanks gadmanrdh. The Andra's are, w/out question the best speakers that I have had the pleasure of owning and listening to, IMHO. They are on loan to a friend for now given my smaller listening space. I now have a Perfect Wave and just acquired a pair of Proac 2.5's as my main speakers for my new limited floor plan. I am hopeful that I will have a larger space in the not so distant future, and can get the Egglestons back into the system. Thank you for your comments.
Thanks for feedback on my system, Pummill and Marc. I have a long way to go to suss out the room and any further tweaking I might be able to do. Marc--is the thing on the 28th at Morrow Audio? I have gotten an e-mail or two on this. I hope to be able to make it. And, I hope to be able to host a listening session at my place with everyone at some point soon. In the mean time, have a great holiday and happy listening. Tim
I am incredibly fortunate and pleased to be rediscovering my music collection after 4 years of having no system. I have recently moved and have a suitable (though far from ideal) listening room, something our last home lacked entirely. The recent acquisition of a pair of 2007 Andra's and a McIntosh SACD/CD player with variable out, along with my Spectral DMA90 and MIT MH770 bi-wire twins (which I kept from my previous system) and I am running once again. Comments welcome.
I agree. I just think it is time to check into some other options. I am looking to spend up to about 2k, this should get a transport that will be a formidible addition to the system. Are you running a Lambda?
