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post #3211 of 19333
11/5/08 at 1:20pm
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Originally Posted by Neoguri View Post

Currently looking to buy a sub. Deciding between the Sub250 and the Martin Logan Dynamo or Abyss. System consists of Audience 42's all the way around. Any opinions on these subs?

I am using the ML Dynamo and a REL Stratta III for my HT . The Dynamo is fast, precise and articulate. It throws an incredible thunderous SPL inspite of its size and sealed type sub. Highly recommended.
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post #3212 of 19333
11/5/08 at 1:40pm
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Originally Posted by nalgene View Post

Thanks PRK...

They were on eBay and was wondering if it was worth it to match to the 110's, i read a few unfavorable reviews, and wanted to see if anyone had any experience with them on here. Looks like they aren't worth it.

Appreciate it.

nalgene,
The Sub20 and Sub30 were very good subs but lack the refinement of the current crop of Dynaudio subs. Your best bet to compliment the 110's is a Sub 250. The Sub 250 is a sealed enclusure with a 10 inch driver, incredibly fast transient response with absolutely no overhang, meaning no boomy uncontrolled bass. It is the perfect compliment to the 110's for a smaller room. There is a sub/sat input feature that allows you to cross over your 110's within the amp module of the sub if you don't have a crossover feature in your pre amp. There is also the usual LFE input as well.
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post #3213 of 19333
11/5/08 at 2:04pm
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Originally Posted by dynlunatic View Post

nalgene,
The Sub20 and Sub30 were very good subs but lack the refinement of the current crop of Dynaudio subs. Your best bet to compliment the 110's is a Sub 250. The Sub 250 is a sealed enclusure with a 10 inch driver, incredibly fast transient response with absolutely no overhang, meaning no boomy uncontrolled bass. It is the perfect compliment to the 110's for a smaller room. There is a sub/sat input feature that allows you to cross over your 110's within the amp module of the sub if you don't have a crossover feature in your pre amp. There is also the usual LFE input as well.

I can vouch that the Sub 500 is a very good sub. However, it is not very user friendly. The remote provided with the sub is a great help with setup, but.....not being able to know exactly what the final volume setting, phase, crossover, and bass extension setting you have selected is very frustrating.

Dynaudio should add a LED readout on the back of the sub that could toggle through the different settings and presets. The problem is that if you forget to write down the setttings as you make changes there is no way to set just one item back to the default, you have to reset all settings back to default and start over again.

Also, if you store things in multiple presets there is no way to start all over on just one preset because they all reset when you go back to defaults.

Having to count how many time you push the remote control button in 1 dB steps (and hope you don't get two at a time) to make sure you both of your subs set to the same volume is also a challenge. (I use L/R stereo subs, so the slave function help for this is no good for me).

Just my $0.02.

Mike
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post #3214 of 19333
11/5/08 at 2:37pm
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Originally Posted by CycloneMike View Post

I can vouch that the Sub 500 is a very good sub. However, it is not very user friendly. The remote provided with the sub is a great help with setup, but.....not being able to know exactly what the final volume setting, phase, crossover, and bass extension setting you have selected is very frustrating.

Dynaudio should add a LED readout on the back of the sub that could toggle through the different settings and presets. The problem is that if you forget to write down the setttings as you make changes there is no way to set just one item back to the default, you have to reset all settings back to default and start over again.

Also, if you store things in multiple presets there is no way to start all over on just one preset because they all reset when you go back to defaults.

Having to count how many time you push the remote control button in 1 dB steps (and hope you don't get two at a time) to make sure you both of your subs set to the same volume is also a challenge. (I use L/R stereo subs, so the slave function help for this is no good for me).

Just my $0.02.

Mike

Mike,
I agree with you wholeheartedly on the read out and pre-sets, they can be frustrating, these and a few other issues will be resolve on the next series of subs. The 250 does not have the same set of issues because it uses a different amp platform with no remote control but rather knobs and switches on the back. If you get past the annoying issues with the Sub 500 and 300 they are both tremendous subwoofers, I can guarantee that there is maybe one other brand of subs that has the quickness and accuracy to blend with a Dynaudio speaker.
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post #3215 of 19333
11/5/08 at 2:42pm
I was able to obtain a pair of Contour S1.4 recently. Though it sounds perfect, it is unfortunate that I received a pair that is mismatched in terms of the grain and that it does have several small dents on the sides. The dealer claimed that it was indeed in perfect condition, but obviously it is NOT. The dealer is fortunately nice enough to offer a full refund because they no longer carry Dynaudio Brand. Before requesting the refund as promised, are there better alternatives that I could look at? Again, I do not mind keeping the S1.4 if I could obtain a perfect pair as promised. Thank you.
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post #3216 of 19333
11/5/08 at 2:47pm
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Originally Posted by tuskinashi View Post

Again, I do not mind keeping the S1.4 if I could obtain a perfect pair as promised. Thank you.

Get your refund, and then go to an authorized Dynaudio dealer to buy your Contour S1.4. That is the only way you are guaranteed a perfect pair.
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post #3217 of 19333
11/5/08 at 4:15pm
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Originally Posted by CLS View Post

I am using the ML Dynamo and a REL Stratta III for my HT . The Dynamo is fast, precise and articulate. It throws an incredible thunderous SPL inspite of its size and sealed type sub. Highly recommended.

Thanks for your response. I would prefer to get the Sub250, but considering it's $400 more I'm not sure it's worth the difference. The Dynamo is looking like a better value.
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post #3218 of 19333
11/5/08 at 6:00pm
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Originally Posted by AudioArchitect View Post

That is the only way you are guaranteed a perfect pair.

How much fun we could all have with this response, but I will refrain....for now!
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post #3219 of 19333
11/5/08 at 10:24pm
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Originally Posted by CycloneMike View Post

How much fun we could all have with this response, but I will refrain....for now!

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post #3220 of 19333
11/6/08 at 9:15am
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Originally Posted by tuskinashi View Post

I was able to obtain a pair of Contour S1.4 recently. Though it sounds perfect, it is unfortunate that I received a pair that is mismatched in terms of the grain and that it does have several small dents on the sides. The dealer claimed that it was indeed in perfect condition, but obviously it is NOT. The dealer is fortunately nice enough to offer a full refund because they no longer carry Dynaudio Brand. Before requesting the refund as promised, are there better alternatives that I could look at? Again, I do not mind keeping the S1.4 if I could obtain a perfect pair as promised. Thank you.

Could you give me the serial number and name of the dealer? The serial number should be consecutive and if it is then they are a matched pair. It is highly unusual that they wouldn't be matched since we don't sell individual 1.4's and all of our speakers are matched pairs from the factory. It is possible however that a dealer had two pairs of 1.4's in the same finish and mixed them up prior to selling them. I would like to help you out and keep you in the Dynaudio family as I don't think you will find a better speaker for the price. Let me know if I can help.
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post #3221 of 19333
11/6/08 at 9:17am
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Originally Posted by CycloneMike View Post

How much fun we could all have with this response, but I will refrain....for now!


I have seen some perfect pairs!
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post #3222 of 19333
11/6/08 at 11:08am
I heard a lot of good things about Dynaudio speakers but haven't have a chance to listen to one yet. Anyone knows an authorized dealer in Toronto Canada that I can audition these speakers.
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post #3223 of 19333
11/6/08 at 11:19am
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Originally Posted by lostmytoy View Post

I heard a lot of good things about Dynaudio speakers but haven't have a chance to listen to one yet. Anyone knows an authorized dealer in Toronto Canada that I can audition these speakers.


Alternative Audio in Dundas(905-627-0899)

Brack Electronics in Toronto(416-366-3636)
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post #3224 of 19333
11/6/08 at 12:05pm
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I have seen some perfect pairs!

Do share!
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post #3225 of 19333
11/6/08 at 12:56pm
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Originally Posted by dynlunatic View Post

Alternative Audio in Dundas(905-627-0899)

Brack Electronics in Toronto(416-366-3636)

Thx.
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post #3226 of 19333
11/6/08 at 2:13pm
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Originally Posted by dynlunatic View Post

I have seen some perfect pairs!

Any pictures?

Bill
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post #3227 of 19333
11/6/08 at 2:30pm
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Originally Posted by Bill Mac View Post

Any pictures?

Bill

See attachment!
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post #3228 of 19333
11/6/08 at 3:08pm
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Originally Posted by CycloneMike View Post

See attachment!

Those look surgically enhanced to me.
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post #3229 of 19333
11/6/08 at 8:14pm
Mick, I notice on some other forums that Dynaudio and Plinius seem to be a very popular combination. Here most of the conversation seems to be about Sim. I am just curious on your thoughts about Plinius?
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post #3230 of 19333
11/6/08 at 9:18pm
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See attachment!

Very nice set for sure! Is that your set up? Nice to see someone else has a coffee table lurking in their HT room.

Bill
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post #3231 of 19333
11/7/08 at 4:52am
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See attachment!

Mike, thanks for the pics and the email. This looks more balanced from your previous configuration and it really looks good. I know it sounds wonderful as I had the same speaker configuration. The Confidence Center really rounds out the system. Plus you have dual subs, which is just awesome for a music-based system. Good job.
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post #3232 of 19333
11/7/08 at 9:31am
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Originally Posted by rydenfan View Post

Mick, I notice on some other forums that Dynaudio and Plinius seem to be a very popular combination. Here most of the conversation seems to be about Sim. I am just curious on your thoughts about Plinius?

Plinius isn't as well known in the states as Sim, but in my opinion an excellent alternative. Personally I think the Plinius integrated is absolutely amazing! Years ago(5-6 years) when I was in retail I was a Plinius dealer and the consensus was dollar for dollar Plinius was better than the Levinson products at the time.
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post #3233 of 19333
11/9/08 at 4:57am
BTB comparo between Plinius 9200 and Sim Audio i5.3 - I picked the Sim. I have heard a lot of good things but the 9200 sounded "off" to my ears. The Sim was clearer sounding, faster, like a veil was lifted when I did the BTB listening session. So much so that I think there must have been something wrong with the Plinius unit - not sure, but I was not in the market for a Plinius anyways. It was hooked up at the time and while the dealer was getting the Sim ready I listened to the Plinius.
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post #3234 of 19333
11/12/08 at 7:13am
how would the Dyn Audience 40's match up as rear surrounds with Focus 110's up front?
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post #3235 of 19333
11/12/08 at 11:20am
Hi guys. I'm new here, but not to the audio / video world.

I recently purchased a new HT speaker system consisting of Dyn. Contours s3.4; 1.4 for center; and SR's for surrounds......

I currently have a Rotel RSX1056 receiver, rated at 75watt/ch. into 8 ohms, and not recommended for use at less than 8 ohms. So, I am searching for a 2 channel amp for the 3.4's for now, and later either a 3 channel for the rest or a mono for the center and continue powering the SR's with the Rotel. Being that I have a very tight budget, I need big bang/buck but I don't want to short change my speakers on this. So, for 2-channel amps, I'm looking at the following:

Anthem Statement A2
Parasound Halo A21 or A23

Since my gear is on display (I have no choice), I want to go black, but that won't be a deciding factor if the Halo's are that much better. So, which should I look into, or are there others in a comparable price range that I'm missing. Thanks a bunch, and I'm glad I'm now a Dyn. owner.
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post #3236 of 19333
11/12/08 at 2:22pm
Jamhead,

I think you will find the Halo will be a better match than the Anthem amp. Do not buy something based on its looks.

You might also take a look at Bryston and SimAudio also.

Michael

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Originally Posted by jamhead View Post

Hi guys. I'm new here, but not to the audio / video world.

I recently purchased a new HT speaker system consisting of Dyn. Contours s3.4; 1.4 for center; and SR's for surrounds......

I currently have a Rotel RSX1056 receiver, rated at 75watt/ch. into 8 ohms, and not recommended for use at less than 8 ohms. So, I am searching for a 2 channel amp for the 3.4's for now, and later either a 3 channel for the rest or a mono for the center and continue powering the SR's with the Rotel. Being that I have a very tight budget, I need big bang/buck but I don't want to short change my speakers on this. So, for 2-channel amps, I'm looking at the following:

Anthem Statement A2
Parasound Halo A21 or A23

Since my gear is on display (I have no choice), I want to go black, but that won't be a deciding factor if the Halo's are that much better. So, which should I look into, or are there others in a comparable price range that I'm missing. Thanks a bunch, and I'm glad I'm now a Dyn. owner.
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post #3237 of 19333
11/13/08 at 5:51am
Thanks Anthem. Yeah, I was leaning towards the Halo series as I know they are a well designed amp. I have yet to buy anything based on looks, but silver gear just stands out soooo much. Something I'll have to deal with. If I could get SimAudio at a similar price, I'd be all over it.

By the way, very nice setup you have.
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post #3238 of 19333
11/15/08 at 5:44pm
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Originally Posted by jamhead View Post

Thanks Anthem. Yeah, I was leaning towards the Halo series as I know they are a well designed amp. I have yet to buy anything based on looks, but silver gear just stands out soooo much. Something I'll have to deal with. If I could get SimAudio at a similar price, I'd be all over it.

By the way, very nice setup you have.

With the latest currency movements, I would expect Sim prices to fall.
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post #3239 of 19333
11/15/08 at 7:04pm
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Originally Posted by jamhead View Post

Thanks Anthem. Yeah, I was leaning towards the Halo series as I know they are a well designed amp. I have yet to buy anything based on looks, but silver gear just stands out soooo much. Something I'll have to deal with. If I could get Sim Audio at a similar price, I'd be all over it.

By the way, very nice setup you have.

You could take a look at Audiogon if you are not pensive about the used market with Sim products. There is now a Titan on there in black for 5K and a silver W-8 for for a bit more. I know you were looking for a 2 channel amp, but the Titan does a very fine job for stereo output.

Silver was not one of my favorites either as I always purchased black faced components, but in time, you actually adjust to a silver componet. The Sim Silver faced stuff is not shiny and has a brushed appearance, so it's really not that bad. Unless you are really picky (you may be) silver was not a deal breaker in my selection of components. I actually have black, silver, champagene in the rack and it's easy on the eyes.

Much luck!
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post #3240 of 19333
11/15/08 at 7:59pm
Thread Starter 
Charles, where you been dude!

One of these days Im going to join the Sapphire club. Im kind of waiting to see if the blue thing happens.
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