Alexia V using DCS Vivaldi full stack sounds terrible to me.
It gave sharp focus and front to back layering.
But you never get that kind of sharp focus in live concert.
It is an "Audio Porn'. Some people may like it but not me.
Overal balance was too hot.
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But Alexia V using Magnezar turntable is quite musical.
It does not give holographic imaging as one using Vivaldi full stack, but sound natural with excellent details.
I had been back to the room three times.
If i have good turntable, I will be happy to have Alexia V at my home.
I had listened to Focal Utopia speakers several times.
They sound colorful and dynamic but could give fatigue in the long term.
But Scaena does not go overboard.
Its strength is natural and realistic focus in 3 D soundstage.
Yesterday I had been back and forth between Scaena 3.2 and Lansche 4.1, both augemented by pair of Rel 31s .
Tonallly, Lansche give more refined sound.
But Sceana has edge on palpable image on 3 D soundstage while Lansche is not far behind.
Thus people who want more colorful or dynamic sound may go for either Focal or Wilson.
I would rather be with Scaena or Lansche to enjoy music in the long term period.
But i would like to get original Western horn vintage system before I die.