S snakeeyes Audioholic Ninja Apr 13, 2018 4,727 0 113 Jul 10, 2018 #41 Ya I hear you but there are a few options I can live with including waiting a full year for the front 3 in the HT if I have to. Even the lower canton beat my QA 3020 if you read zeigl’s thread. The 3020 and 3090 center are joining my old 55 plasma in the living room soon. They got the WAF green light recently...
Ya I hear you but there are a few options I can live with including waiting a full year for the front 3 in the HT if I have to. Even the lower canton beat my QA 3020 if you read zeigl’s thread. The 3020 and 3090 center are joining my old 55 plasma in the living room soon. They got the WAF green light recently...
KEW Audioholic Overlord Jul 12, 2009 11,572 0 113 Jowjah Jul 10, 2018 #42 snakeeyes said: I’m curious on some of the Canton towers but only at clearance prices. I’m also willing to wait a couple months. Click to expand... Give a4l a call. They may or may not have info they are willing to share on upcoming sales and inventory. Last year was the first time I have noticed Canton having such great discounts. Don't know if it can be expected this year or not!
snakeeyes said: I’m curious on some of the Canton towers but only at clearance prices. I’m also willing to wait a couple months. Click to expand... Give a4l a call. They may or may not have info they are willing to share on upcoming sales and inventory. Last year was the first time I have noticed Canton having such great discounts. Don't know if it can be expected this year or not!
S snakeeyes Audioholic Ninja Apr 13, 2018 4,727 0 113 Jul 10, 2018 #43 KEW said: Give a4l a call. They may or may not have info they are willing to share on upcoming sales and inventory. Last year was the first time I have noticed Canton having such great discounts. Don't know if it can be expected this year or not! Click to expand... Ya after hearing about the Revel troubles I am zeroing in on Canton or I may just order a few SVS ultra bookshelves if I get the itch to audition early... I can always put a few in my bedroom if they don’t work for HT. There is a pair of used Revel F36 towers near me still... Bottomline I have funds tied up until late August. I also had considered ematthews old towers a while back that he sold since then. And I’m curious about KEF still because of the concentric driver in the center channel...
KEW said: Give a4l a call. They may or may not have info they are willing to share on upcoming sales and inventory. Last year was the first time I have noticed Canton having such great discounts. Don't know if it can be expected this year or not! Click to expand... Ya after hearing about the Revel troubles I am zeroing in on Canton or I may just order a few SVS ultra bookshelves if I get the itch to audition early... I can always put a few in my bedroom if they don’t work for HT. There is a pair of used Revel F36 towers near me still... Bottomline I have funds tied up until late August. I also had considered ematthews old towers a while back that he sold since then. And I’m curious about KEF still because of the concentric driver in the center channel...
ematthews Audioholic General Feb 14, 2008 1,474 0 63 Jul 10, 2018 #44 snakeeyes said: Ya after hearing about the Revel troubles I am zeroing in on Canton or I may just order a few SVS ultra bookshelves if I get the itch to audition early... I can always put a few in my bedroom if they don’t work for HT. There is a pair of used Revel F36 towers near me still... Bottomline I have funds tied up until late August. I also had considered ematthews old towers a while back that he sold since then. And I’m curious about KEF still because of the concentric driver in the center channel... Click to expand... Just note that the Revel's have a very smooth top end to them. I prefer a little brighter speaker and after going back and forth with my Revel, I preferred the Canton. This may be why I like the KEF LS50 so much as well. KEF R series is on sale right now as they will have a different version later this year. Reactions: snakeeyes
snakeeyes said: Ya after hearing about the Revel troubles I am zeroing in on Canton or I may just order a few SVS ultra bookshelves if I get the itch to audition early... I can always put a few in my bedroom if they don’t work for HT. There is a pair of used Revel F36 towers near me still... Bottomline I have funds tied up until late August. I also had considered ematthews old towers a while back that he sold since then. And I’m curious about KEF still because of the concentric driver in the center channel... Click to expand... Just note that the Revel's have a very smooth top end to them. I prefer a little brighter speaker and after going back and forth with my Revel, I preferred the Canton. This may be why I like the KEF LS50 so much as well. KEF R series is on sale right now as they will have a different version later this year.
S snakeeyes Audioholic Ninja Apr 13, 2018 4,727 0 113 Jul 11, 2018 #45 What size amp are you guys using when you listen to the cantons? Or just AVR?
ematthews Audioholic General Feb 14, 2008 1,474 0 63 Jul 11, 2018 #46 I am running mine with the Parasound Halo Integrated. 150 WPC.. I also tried out my Marantz PM8004 which is 80 WPC and sounds the same.
I am running mine with the Parasound Halo Integrated. 150 WPC.. I also tried out my Marantz PM8004 which is 80 WPC and sounds the same.
S snakeeyes Audioholic Ninja Apr 13, 2018 4,727 0 113 Jul 11, 2018 #47 ematthews said: I am running mine with the Parasound Halo Integrated. 150 WPC.. I also tried out my Marantz PM8004 which is 80 WPC and sounds the same. Click to expand... Ok my Yamaha 2060 should be enough. I will eventually try out an amp but not at first
ematthews said: I am running mine with the Parasound Halo Integrated. 150 WPC.. I also tried out my Marantz PM8004 which is 80 WPC and sounds the same. Click to expand... Ok my Yamaha 2060 should be enough. I will eventually try out an amp but not at first
ematthews Audioholic General Feb 14, 2008 1,474 0 63 Jul 11, 2018 #48 I also have a much larger ATI 2002 amp that I haven't tried out yet. Although my Parasound does seem to push speakers more than the ATI.
I also have a much larger ATI 2002 amp that I haven't tried out yet. Although my Parasound does seem to push speakers more than the ATI.
Kvn_Walker Audioholic Field Marshall Jun 4, 2018 1,600 0 63 Jul 11, 2018 #49 I'm using a Yamaha AX596, and it does a great job driving the GLE 496's. Even for being their budget line, they are great sounding. A little bright but not fatiguing at all. I just love the midrange they put out. Reactions: KEW
I'm using a Yamaha AX596, and it does a great job driving the GLE 496's. Even for being their budget line, they are great sounding. A little bright but not fatiguing at all. I just love the midrange they put out.
S snakeeyes Audioholic Ninja Apr 13, 2018 4,727 0 113 Jul 11, 2018 #50 Ya end game for me is 5.2.4 but would be cool to have 2 full range towers and a somewhat matching bookshelf for center. But want to put off the amp and 2nd sub purchase a bit and focus on front 3. I love bookshelves for music but for movies I like towers. First world problems... Reactions: KEW
Ya end game for me is 5.2.4 but would be cool to have 2 full range towers and a somewhat matching bookshelf for center. But want to put off the amp and 2nd sub purchase a bit and focus on front 3. I love bookshelves for music but for movies I like towers. First world problems...
S snakeeyes Audioholic Ninja Apr 13, 2018 4,727 0 113 Aug 15, 2018 #51 Update, since there are no speakers in my bedroom anymore with the QA 3020 moving to the living room, today I ordered a pair of Canton Vento 820.2 bookshelf speakers to be my new 2.1 setup in the master bedroom. The 10% discounts on Canton are back on A4L! The HT room will still need speaker upgrades but will wait a bit. Reactions: afterlife2, zieglj01 and KEW
Update, since there are no speakers in my bedroom anymore with the QA 3020 moving to the living room, today I ordered a pair of Canton Vento 820.2 bookshelf speakers to be my new 2.1 setup in the master bedroom. The 10% discounts on Canton are back on A4L! The HT room will still need speaker upgrades but will wait a bit.
KEW Audioholic Overlord Jul 12, 2009 11,572 0 113 Jowjah Aug 15, 2018 #52 FYI, I drive my Vento 820.2 with a standard mid-level AVR in the 100 watt territory (Marantz SR-6001) with good results. YMMV if you really like to crank it hard. I don't know how much power I had left, but don't think you'll have much problem driving them with any decent AVR/amp. Reactions: snakeeyes
FYI, I drive my Vento 820.2 with a standard mid-level AVR in the 100 watt territory (Marantz SR-6001) with good results. YMMV if you really like to crank it hard. I don't know how much power I had left, but don't think you'll have much problem driving them with any decent AVR/amp.
S snakeeyes Audioholic Ninja Apr 13, 2018 4,727 0 113 Aug 15, 2018 #53 KEW said: FYI, I drive my Vento 820.2 with a standard mid-level AVR in the 100 watt territory (Marantz SR-6001) with good results. YMMV if you really like to crank it hard. I don't know how much power I had left, but don't think you'll have much problem driving them with any decent AVR/amp. Click to expand... Ya l will first try my 90w Yamaha 681 to gauge if I need something similar or more serious. I want to stay at or near 80hz crossover to my Rythmik L12 sub. Any classical cds that should be on my radar? Last edited: Aug 20, 2018
KEW said: FYI, I drive my Vento 820.2 with a standard mid-level AVR in the 100 watt territory (Marantz SR-6001) with good results. YMMV if you really like to crank it hard. I don't know how much power I had left, but don't think you'll have much problem driving them with any decent AVR/amp. Click to expand... Ya l will first try my 90w Yamaha 681 to gauge if I need something similar or more serious. I want to stay at or near 80hz crossover to my Rythmik L12 sub. Any classical cds that should be on my radar?
ematthews Audioholic General Feb 14, 2008 1,474 0 63 Aug 15, 2018 #54 Cantons sound fantastic. Love mine. Reactions: KEW and snakeeyes
KEW Audioholic Overlord Jul 12, 2009 11,572 0 113 Jowjah Aug 15, 2018 #55 snakeeyes said: Ya l will first try my 90w Yamaha 681 to gauge if I need something similar or more serious. I want to stay at or near 80hz crossover to my Rythmik L12 sub. Any classical cds that should be on my radar? Click to expand... Well I am always happy to recommend Bach's Brandenberg Concertos as performed by the English Concert the recording is excellent, and while I would normally think why hamper the musicians with playing on authentic period instruments, when you hear the wooden resonance of the recorder instead of a modern flute (disc 1, track 11) you'll recognize that it wouldn't be the same! If you have a basic Amazon Prime account, you can listen free (but I doubt the quality is as good as the CD). I'm thinking tracks 7 and 10 of disc 1 would sound especially nice on the Vento's! https://www.amazon.com/Bach-Branden...4761&sr=8-2&keywords=bach+brandenburg+pinnock PS - I'm not familiar with the orchestral suites included in this 3 CD set. I have these two CD's (it is the same recording of the Concertos): https://www.amazon.com/Brandenburg-...5720&sr=8-7&keywords=bach+brandenburg+pinnock https://www.amazon.com/Brandenburg-..._rd_t=40701&psc=1&refRID=F58K4W1GTMK305FSMXSN Reactions: snakeeyes
snakeeyes said: Ya l will first try my 90w Yamaha 681 to gauge if I need something similar or more serious. I want to stay at or near 80hz crossover to my Rythmik L12 sub. Any classical cds that should be on my radar? Click to expand... Well I am always happy to recommend Bach's Brandenberg Concertos as performed by the English Concert the recording is excellent, and while I would normally think why hamper the musicians with playing on authentic period instruments, when you hear the wooden resonance of the recorder instead of a modern flute (disc 1, track 11) you'll recognize that it wouldn't be the same! If you have a basic Amazon Prime account, you can listen free (but I doubt the quality is as good as the CD). I'm thinking tracks 7 and 10 of disc 1 would sound especially nice on the Vento's! https://www.amazon.com/Bach-Branden...4761&sr=8-2&keywords=bach+brandenburg+pinnock PS - I'm not familiar with the orchestral suites included in this 3 CD set. I have these two CD's (it is the same recording of the Concertos): https://www.amazon.com/Brandenburg-...5720&sr=8-7&keywords=bach+brandenburg+pinnock https://www.amazon.com/Brandenburg-..._rd_t=40701&psc=1&refRID=F58K4W1GTMK305FSMXSN
zieglj01 Audioholic Spartan Aug 30, 2010 6,983 0 113 Aug 15, 2018 #56 snakeeyes said: Update, since there are no speakers in my bedroom anymore with the QA 3020 moving to the living room, today I ordered a pair of Canton Vento 820.2 bookshelf speakers to be my new 2.1 setup in the master bedroom. Click to expand... Enjoy the adventure Reactions: snakeeyes
snakeeyes said: Update, since there are no speakers in my bedroom anymore with the QA 3020 moving to the living room, today I ordered a pair of Canton Vento 820.2 bookshelf speakers to be my new 2.1 setup in the master bedroom. Click to expand... Enjoy the adventure
ematthews Audioholic General Feb 14, 2008 1,474 0 63 Aug 16, 2018 #57 I tell you what. If I could find the Canton Reference Vento 9.2 DC in the tower version. I would be all set. The bookshelf I own is so good, I could only imagine what a full tower would sound like. Reactions: snakeeyes
I tell you what. If I could find the Canton Reference Vento 9.2 DC in the tower version. I would be all set. The bookshelf I own is so good, I could only imagine what a full tower would sound like.
S snakeeyes Audioholic Ninja Apr 13, 2018 4,727 0 113 Aug 16, 2018 #58 ematthews said: I tell you what. If I could find the Canton Reference Vento 9.2 DC in the tower version. I would be all set. The bookshelf I own is so good, I could only imagine what a full tower would sound like. Click to expand... I can’t wait to get my Ventos. I really am hoping I have found a winner for at least one of my 3 systems. I also am buying the GF a new Apple IPad and the Apple TV 4K thru DirectTV now. Just to even things out a bit. Reactions: KEW
ematthews said: I tell you what. If I could find the Canton Reference Vento 9.2 DC in the tower version. I would be all set. The bookshelf I own is so good, I could only imagine what a full tower would sound like. Click to expand... I can’t wait to get my Ventos. I really am hoping I have found a winner for at least one of my 3 systems. I also am buying the GF a new Apple IPad and the Apple TV 4K thru DirectTV now. Just to even things out a bit.
Kvn_Walker Audioholic Field Marshall Jun 4, 2018 1,600 0 63 Aug 16, 2018 #59 ematthews said: I tell you what. If I could find the Canton Reference Vento 9.2 DC in the tower version. I would be all set. The bookshelf I own is so good, I could only imagine what a full tower would sound like. Click to expand... https://www.accessories4less.com/ma...ion-speaker-black-each/1.html#!specifications What are you waiting for?? Reactions: snakeeyes
ematthews said: I tell you what. If I could find the Canton Reference Vento 9.2 DC in the tower version. I would be all set. The bookshelf I own is so good, I could only imagine what a full tower would sound like. Click to expand... https://www.accessories4less.com/ma...ion-speaker-black-each/1.html#!specifications What are you waiting for??
KEW Audioholic Overlord Jul 12, 2009 11,572 0 113 Jowjah Aug 16, 2018 #60 ematthews said: I tell you what. If I could find the Canton Reference Vento 9.2 DC in the tower version. I would be all set. The bookshelf I own is so good, I could only imagine what a full tower would sound like. Click to expand... So not enough curiosity to check out their A45 Towers? https://www.accessories4less.com/ma...ion-speaker-black-each/1.html#!specifications I surely would like to hear your Vento 9.2 DC to compare against my Vento 820.2 Edit: I see Kvn Walker beat me to it! Reactions: snakeeyes
ematthews said: I tell you what. If I could find the Canton Reference Vento 9.2 DC in the tower version. I would be all set. The bookshelf I own is so good, I could only imagine what a full tower would sound like. Click to expand... So not enough curiosity to check out their A45 Towers? https://www.accessories4less.com/ma...ion-speaker-black-each/1.html#!specifications I surely would like to hear your Vento 9.2 DC to compare against my Vento 820.2 Edit: I see Kvn Walker beat me to it!
