Any one out there heard these speakers?
This is the newest version with the machined aluminum drivers, improved x-over, etc.
GG
This is the newest version with the machined aluminum drivers, improved x-over, etc.
GG
Not that model in particular, and only show-room experience. Saying that, I liked more the sound of small YGs than the larger models...but that is me.
Check out the new Haley. It's a better design. I love the Kipod but it is designed for smaller rooms. The Haley has a bigger woofer and larger volume. I think the Haley looks nicer too. Scotty has a pair. I haven't heard them yet. I hope I'll hear them soon. I am sure they are awesome.
Thanks for the input gentlemen but I only have so much money that I can print.
Can anyone comment on the "volume level" issue in a small to mid-size room? Say 15' X 20'.
Per the reviews and from what I've gleaned in talking with some folks, they play fine within "reasonable" volume levels.
90% of what I listen to is classical and jazz with peaks at 95db or so.
GG
Thanks for the input gentlemen but I only have so much money that I can print.
Can anyone comment on the "volume level" issue in a small to mid-size room? Say 15' X 20'.
Per the reviews and from what I've gleaned in talking with some folks, they play fine within "reasonable" volume levels.
90% of what I listen to is classical and jazz with peaks at 95db or so.
GG
Thanks for the input gentlemen but I only have so much money that I can print.
Can anyone comment on the "volume level" issue in a small to mid-size room? Say 15' X 20'.
Per the reviews and from what I've gleaned in talking with some folks, they play fine within "reasonable" volume levels.
90% of what I listen to is classical and jazz with peaks at 95db or so.
GG
Glad it was helpful GG.Barry, thanks for your insight. Very helpful.
Dallas, I have the Pass Labs X250.5 amp. Along with the powered sub, I don't think I'll be lacking for clean, undistorted power given the fact that the Pass Labs will only be driving the top module. I also like the fact that I can adjust the bass module's sound to address most room induced bass anomalies.
Myles, current MSRP's for the Kipod II Sig and the Hailey are $38,800 and $42,000 respectively. If I went with the Hailey, I'd probably need to shop for a new amp(s), which is something I really don't want to do. Having said that, the Hailey is certainly more visually attractive and only about 7" more in height.
Finally, my arrangement with GTT Audio is that I am buying a used pair and Bill will take my MBL 116's in trade. This minimizes current out of pocket expenses. A necessity at this point in time.
Many factors in the buying decision.
Thank you all again for your valuable input. D-day 2/21.
GG
I have had the Kipod II signatures with active woofer for around a year. Listening to them right now. Before these I had the Carmels. I am in a 14 x 19 x 8 room. Sound is very nice. Musical detailed, insane soundstage and imaging. Next stop will be the Haleys for me. Same woofer as Sonjas and I like the idea of the larger single midrange. If you have any questions let me know.
I used my Carmels with a pr. of JL Audio F110 subs and never felt they were lacking, I ran them full range and used the subs from just under 40hz down. Sound was great. I listened to a comparison of the active and passive Kipods at YG. Felt the passives were slightly more coherent used with the DCS/krell system they had. But also felt my amps would do better with driving only the tops of the Kipods. I also have had bass issues in my room and thought the subs would be better for me. The bass from the Kipods is on a completely different level than what I had with the Carmel setup. Shocking how much better. I have my Kipods on the short wall 57" from the front wall to back of speakers, 33" from side walls to outside of speakers with a slight toe in. I'm around 9' from them. The only thing I miss about the Carmels was the way they pushed vocals a little forward and a little larger than the Kipods. All in all the Kipods are on a much higher level. Both are easy for my BAT REX monoblocks to drive, but I would (will) move to a big SS amp when moving up to bigger or any of the passive YG models. If you have any more detailed questions fell free to send me a message through this site.I was very interested to read your post.
As you may have seen from my earlier contribution I have Carmels in a similar sized room and am tempted to move up to the Kipods, I would be grateful to learn how you found the Kipods to compare with the Carmels and the notable areas of improvement. I was also wondering if you considered the passive Kipods and if so why you preferred the active versions.
I look forward to reading your comments and thanks in advance
Barry