Wilson Sasha V or Alexia V Speakers

[Secretariat]

I am actually thinking which among these two speakers which to get for myself. Actually, I would like to get the the Alexia V speakers but I am not too sure if my room is big enough for them and that is why the Sasha V speakers would be the next option. Anyway, the dimensions of my room are L-18 Feet, W-15 feet and H-7 Feet. Given the dimensions of my room, which among the Sasha V or Alexia V speakers would you suggest that I get?
Thanks in advance.


PS. Also, For those of you out there who have heard or listened to both oof these speakers, how much better are the Alexia Vs than the Sasha Vs?
Thanks.

 

[tima]

A while back I had the original Sasha, the original Alexia and the Alexia 2. My room is L-20', W-15' 7", H-7' 7", so slightly larger. The Alexias worked fine and I was told by Wilson that the Alex V would also work. If you have them set up by Wilson, or use their set-up method, the Alexia could work well for you.

 

[Basile: Locrian Audio]

The Alexia V is an outstanding speaker system. Sensitive, balanced, lots of air, dynamics and immediacy to die for. Tested with lots of sources, amplification and cartridges. Clearly a class above the earlier Sasha models I am familiar with and my own WP7. Alexia V, is a model that I can live with and enjoy the music material I listen to (Jazz, blues, rock, ethnic, new age). The speakers have been tested with Ypsilon Phaethon integrated amplifier, CJ, and Accuphase. All produced fabulous sound with them. Currently, the speakers are powered by an Accuphase A-80 Class A amplifier. The A-80 is an excellent match and worth an audition with both together. Maybe a nearby Accuphase dealer can lend you one. If not, let me know.
Regarding the space, it should be OK. The ceiling height is my only concern, but use of some light treatment should compensate for potential shortcomings. However, my expertise in room treatment is a little thin and I go by trial and error. Therefore, some research on the matter is recommended. In my specific experience, the distance from the back wall was also critical, with a minimum of 4 ft required for optimal performance.

Finally, I was blown away by the Alexia when we connected a refurbished Studer R2R. Truly live. The speakers have my vote of confidence.

Good luck, Basile

 

[Lee]

I am actually thinking which among these two speakers which to get for myself. Actually, I would like to get the the Alexia V speakers but I am not too sure if my room is big enough for them and that is why the Sasha V speakers would be the next option. Anyway, the dimensions of my room are L-18 Feet, W-15 feet and H-7 Feet. Given the dimensions of my room, which among the Sasha V or Alexia V speakers would you suggest that I get?
Thanks in advance.


PS. Also, For those of you out there who have heard or listened to both oof these speakers, how much better are the Alexia Vs than the Sasha Vs?
Thanks.

I have Alexia Vs in a 15x20x10 room and they work great.