Some 2018 Axpona Pics
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Some of the most impressive systems were featuring speakers no bigger than a shoebox! Next level had the designer for raidho demonstrating the 2+2's (I think, somewhat thick accent) in a decent size room making full range sound. Neat had another tiny pair of speakers that had me looking for a subwoofer.
Hi C.A.P.,
You may as well be correct. When I was in the room, it felt echo-ey, boomy, and a bit veiled from last year, and anemic on dynamic peaks. I was also there when the room was pretty empty. So there are a variety of the things - in addition to preferences and tastes - that can explain the differences. The first that comes to mind is an electric aberration that robbed music of dynamics. Also, if the room was packed when you visited, the crowd may have diffused/ absorbed some of the room nasties. Additionally, I was listening to many horns and high efficiency speakers at the show. So everything sounded dynamically restricted in comparison.
I am not some slimy, disgusting reviewer with a self-serving marketing agenda, who pretends God himself speaks to him to reveal what is real. I am just an average, passionate fan. I love the Von Schweikert / VAC, and I think properly placed ASC tubes provide a great benefit.
Yet your opinion is just as valid as mine. I'm glad you enjoyed it!
+1000
The best post on this forum for a VERY long time, LOL!
Thanks, Davey!
Unfortunately, this is not a joke, and it is hurting them and the industry. A lot of audio manufacturers are small companies with an engineering bent. They do not know how to properly select dealers and distributors. Whereas they do a decent job in most instances, at least in the ability to understand and setup a product, there are many filthy, disgusting, rude hogs that treat their customers and potential customers like complete crap (in cases of distributors, both dealers and equipment purchasers are customers!).
Obviously, guys like Philip O., who contributes to this site gets it. He understands he is selling a luxury. So do MBL team, who always put on a great show. Yet many are so friggin clueless. These people should be studying how Hermes, fine jewelry stores, and other luxury brands are treating their customers. But, unfortunately, I don't see it changing in the near term.
One of the reason for the great sound in the Magico room, that I hope others can learn from, is the use of Real Traps Diffusor (Diffusor/ Absorber?) product. Although not the cheapest system, Magioc - D'Agostino - high quality DAC system may be a game over system for many, many audiophiles.
Very well executed!
Very well executed!
Bruce B
WBF Founding Member, Pro Audio Production Member
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