Stunning dynamics and fantastic resolution. This system took several iterations to arrive here. It's a 23' x 23' half basement space and it was a struggle to get the bass right in this room. Multi subs proved to be the best solution.
As close as I can get to live music in my house. I simply love playing tunes on this setup while partying, entertaining guests, playing pool etc. I must say that it is equally good for critical listening. Hoping to upgrade cartridge and phono pre sometime this year.
My second zone. Streams flac files from my NAS and pulls so many internet radio stations. My favorite internet station is MOG (320kpbs via WiFi)
Centrance DAC mini
Class A stereophile DAC. Superb resolution.
Thorens TD-125 mkII
with SME3009 tonearm. Awesome vintage spinner.
Sutherland PH3D
Battery MM MC phonostage
Klipsch Cornwall II
Very good dynamics, excellent resolution and clear midrange. Definitely devoid of the horn coloration that people associate with Klipsch horn based speakers.
Behringer ULTRADRIVE PRO DCX2496
Digital crossover for subwoofers
Crown International XLS1000
Pro amp for driving L & R channel subwoofers
DIY subwoofers Eminence Lab 12
Four subwoofers. 2 per channel. Explosive low level slam that isn't just loud. Blends very well with the mains.
Mostly, the Cornscala Type D will be less colored and more coherent. The dynamics of the pi speakers are probably compromised by the heavier woofer and more complex crossover. Mass loaded (i.e. all direct radiating cones and domes) have a direct relationship between mass, suspension compliance, and resonant frequency, so there is basically a trade off between speed and low frequency extension. Subs make poor upper bass drivers; mid-woofers will have poor extension. If the woofer in the mains is augmented with subwoofers (plural), then only extending to 50-80hz is OK.
Great system; more thought, less money. Multiple subwoofers are the way to go!
You might try:
Crites Spekers Cornscala Type D Cornwall derivative.
Better, cleaner amplification; possibly tubes, but watch impedance interaction. Low output impedance, high input impedance, i.e. a bridging interface. And cathode followers are not to be trusted.
