Hi Dave,I have not yet had a chance to listen to the 2805s,however I definitely will over the Christmas holidays. 10 bucks don't buy much anymore,great find and better still you discovered some new music. Regards Mark
Hi Dave,Few speakers systems past and present acually can be classed as a true reference speaker. The Quad 57 and 63 models are mentioned frequently through out the decades.Ken Kessler of England wrote a great book on Quad called... Quad The Closest Approuch...Do pick up a copy.The 2805 model is also a true reference speaker. S.M.E. of England have used 63s to voice their turntables for many years.I understand the new owners of Quad paid a visit to the S.M.E. facility some time ago to see and hear the modifacations,hense the models 2805 and 2905.
I don't know if I can help you much on set up with your 2805s.Provided everything is burnt in well. My overhauled 63s are elevated off the floor about 18 1nches.The sand filled box stands are made from 1 1/2 inch thick Canadian hard rock Maple.Positioning ,just under nine feet apart and alittle over 6 feet out from the back wall as you have yours.Off the top of my head I have my 63s toed in about 3 inches.My listening position is 10 feet away with another 4 feet to a floor to ceiling book shelves behind me.These elctrostsats need lots of breathing room to sound their best.This works exceptionaly well for me though expermenting on your own is best.Have a tape measure on hand,string line as a reference for toe in and some masking tape to to mark on the floor the differant postions you have tried.You may end up dealing with 1/2 to 1 inch increments.Do give each postion a good long listen to."Don't be in a rush".Believe me ,you will be rewarded with your effords.
Our taste in music are close,the Quads are THE perfect speaker for small ensembles.I have used a second set of speakers for the last 25 years for those times my mood is for some music with slam,Big Band,Hard Bop and Rock.The Dynaudio Special 25s,a limited run, have a shocking big sound that comes out of them for such a small speaker.I spoke with Albert Porter some time ago,a well known Audiogon member,his Audiogon handle is his name.His comment to me regarding the Special 25s was his friend Ralph Karsen of Atma-Sphere also has a pair, among other speakers.Albert went on to say in a nice way, this speaker has no right to sound so big.Not many people own them ,Audiogon members anyway.Sonic wise,it beat out the top line Merlins I almost bought at 4 plus grand more.The dealer eventualy dropped the Merlin Line. However the 25s are no match for the shocking midrange purity of my Quads.
I will be listening to a pair of 2805 soon in a dealers show room.Looking forward to it. Good listening and do keep us informed as things evolve. Regards Mark
Hi Dave,Nice well thought out system.Great looking amp that Mac and something I will have to try in my own system someday.Your large room should be a real asset for your Quads.Lots of room to find that perfect spot for them.What type of music do you enjoy? Mark
