Another Paradigm Vs AV123

[mazersteven]

I never heard back from you or saw you posting any thoughts about the SVS MBS-01. Curious what you thought of them...

I absolutely love the MBS-01's. I auditioned them using material from the Allman Brothers to Frédéric Chopin, Leann Rhymes to Prodigy, Rush to Sade. IMO the SVS MBS-01 are outstanding speakers.

 

[fredk]

But I honestly think they do pretty darn good job though.

I would have to agree. When I listened to the Studio 60s the bass sounded nice an clear/clean to me. I also hadn't thought about what happens when you integrate a sub.

Fred

 

[Loki]

I keep hearing about AV123 and am starting to really like ID companies. I was curious what everyone's opinions are on these two setups (which one would you recommend)... I read a couple of threads that compared Paradigm vs AV123 but those were before the paradigm v4s came out. Thanks again!!

Paradigm
Studio 60s v4
Studio CC-690 v4
Studio ADP-590 v4
Studio 20s v4
Total $6700

AV123
Rocket RS850
Rocket RSC200
Rocket RSS300
Rocket RS250
Total $5500

(The Rockets come out to $1200 less than the Paradigm setup)

Both setups would be with the new SVS PB13-Ultra and powered by the new Denon 3808... I have heard some of the Paradigms already but I have never heard the Rockets before. (anyone in Chicago that has a setup similar to the one above? )...

Is there any other setup that I should consider thats within my budget? I am looking for the max bang for my buck.

I absolutely loved the sound of the Studios when I started auditioning from something to replace my old Monitor 9's/Atoms/PS1000 system but I couldn't stomach the price. The new v4 Monitor series at just didn't stack up to the sound of the Studio line and I knew I'd be disappointed if I went that route to save the money. I ended up with the Rockets after doing an in-home audition and listening to as many other brands as possible (B&W, Martin Logan, RBH, Klipsch, DefTech, Mirage, Vandersteen) but I did so when they were priced well under the quoted prices above from early 2007. For reference, the price with shipping for the Rocket system shown above is now:

AV123
Rocket RS850 $1,399
Rocket RSC200 $449
Rocket RSS300 $499
Rocket RS250 $499
Total $2846

Having so many great things about other brands on this and other forums, the next time I upgrade I'm going to have to find the opportunity to listen to Salk, Revel, Focal, Aerial, Dynaudio, Ascend and Energy.