Would it even be worth auditioning the Level 3s? I have an HTD center and love it. I'd hate to have a mismatched set by getting the Ascends, but if there's really that much of a difference it's probably worth it.
Anybody for the HTDs? I'm really trying to give them a chance!
Yea it's definitely worth auditioning the HTD Level 3, especially since you already have an HTD center. I believe they offer a free return policy for first time buyers. Try them out...if they don't sound to your liking you can just return them.
I'm very happy with my Ascend CBM-170s, but I've heard great reports on the HDTs from credible sources. You're looking at two great options and I suspect you'll be happy with either.
Well, I just got my HTD L3s in today and I'm pleased but not very impressed...
They seem fairly muted in the mid to mid-high frequencies. I've never really experienced true speaker "break in" but will this effect change over time? Would the Ascends be better in this range?
Unfortunately if I go with the Ascends, I would also have to invest in a matching center.. *sigh*
As suspected the L3's are even more laid back than the L2's. I would break it in and keep listening to it for about 3 weeks. If you don't see any improvement return them, HTD should cover the return shipping for first time buyer.
I'm confident to say the Ascends will sound more neutral and more forward than the L3's. To me they sound a lot more natural than the L2's.
You can just buy 3 Ascends CBM-170 SE and use one of those as a center.
I got the Energy RC series (RC-70, RC-LCR, RC-10) and as reported, they're too laid-back, I call them "lazy".
I'm in the market for another set of speakers that has to be "brighter" than the RCs, and has been eyeing on the HTD L3.
Now, with those reports, I will cross the L3 off my list.
Thanks clanderson, SabreWulf
Well, thanks you (awesome) jerks. I think you've all just been the final gust of air needed to hurl me towards a set of Ascend CMT-340 SE's.
I figured they would be plenty for any size room I would place them into in the future while at the same time hoping they'd be much more dynamic than the HTD Level 3's. And the wifey even wants me to get them... It must be a dream.
Now the question is - are the Ascend CMT-340 SE's the best in the price range, or are there others I should consider?
Depending on your sonic characteristics and physical appearance tastes, all of those are high quality speakers.
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