The Official Salk Sound Owner's And Discussion Thread - Page 237

Hi lou99,

You might find this thread of interest:
http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=105564.0

I have Emotiva UPA-1 monoblocks - 200wpc at 8ohms. Jim posted that he didn't think these would be enough for the HT3s. He actually said that they wouldn't be a good match, but I took it to mean that they didn't have enough oomph. Keep in mind that watts per channel is not the only important variable in evaluating amps - enough current to handle peaks is important also.

I will mention that I can't compliment the ice power amps like D-Sonic or Wyred4Sound for providing ample and well controlled amp power - especially if you have large drivers such as the HT3's. SQ accuracy and power delivery is spectacular.

For the HT3's I would reccomend the 500w per ch module units.

Treat 'em like a two ohm speaker. Ya want an amp that can push ~1000w into 2 ohm, which would give an SPL gain of 30db.

At 10 feet the HT3s would be somewhere around 68db/w (maybe perceivably a bit more, depending on what's going on in your room). 68 + 30 = 98db at that distance; perhaps a bit more but not something I would bank on. The Crown XLS 2000 does meet this spec.

...Honestly, it seems to me the HT3 has been made obsolete by the SS8. >_>;

Thank you.

took the plunge and ordered a pair of Song Towers... the next few weeks are going to crawl by ... anxious to hear how they sound

I have some Aperion 6Ts currently on a Pioneer SC-35 Elite receiver.

Frank

The time will go quickly and you are in for a treat. I have not heard the 6Ts but from what I have read the are a great speaker. I will be interested in your thoughts on how the two speakers compare.

Bill

When you say you "can't compliment" the ICE power amps, did you mean to say you "can't compliment them enough"? Or are you saying they're inadequate?

The ss8 might have replaced the ht3, but there are several used ht3s floating around the Web at 40-60% off.

I chose the standard curly cherry w the red dye, but asked for it not so red
the standard dome tweeter really anxious to hear how they sound.

I thought about the ribbon but 700 was a bit steep for me...

I just took back a pair of B&W CM8s... they were ok, but really not better then the 6Ts i have... and cost twice as much.. the STs are cheaper

Nuance has it right.... My bad - posting from my phone...

Yes, the Wyred4Sound and D-Sonic with 500w ASP modules for each channel. They really do a nice job with the bass, better then most amps ive experienced and very clean throughout the rest of the range...

I'm very happy with them...

I don't think replaced is really the right word, since you can still order a new pair, and there are several major design differences between the two models, but your point is a very good one. I'm sure that several HT3 owners are feeling the bug to up grade to the SS8 (myself included). The bottom line is that the HT3s are amazing speakers, and they were the flagship that SalkSound built it's reputation on. If you think they will suit your needs and you can find a pair on the used market (at a substantial savings) then do not hesitate. They are still outstanding speakers, just not the "new hottness"

plus I am sure that Jim is busy with all the "tax time" orders so you wouldn't have to wait in line... I searched for "Salk HT3 For Sale 2012" and found two ads that are current. One walnut, one black.
Cheers

Seas W15 drivers are in short supply=at least another week's delay on my speakers. Major catastrophe!

Which color did you decide to dye the veneer?
The RAAL upgrade decision is tricky. But, based on what I read, (about the price and performance), it seems very attractive.
The $700 more goes directly into your drivers. So, the ratio of component cost to final price is really very attractive with the RAAL upgrade.
I'm also assuming that Jim is absorbing the amorphous core price.

Hehehe........I know the feeling. My HT2-TLs were delayed due to a delay in getting the RAAL tweeters.

Don't worry, once you get them the delay will be a distant memory.

You're right, but it's been 47 days (since I've made the deposit). I've visualized the layout, planned the setup process and measured where everything's going about 100 times. A man can only take so much!

^^^

hang in there... once you open that box and see them along with their birth certificate, it will really hammer home that they were made specifically for you, and before even playing any music, the wait will be forgotten...

besides... 47 days is nothing...

You think it's bad now, just wait until they ship and you're checking FEDEX tracking 500 times a day!

I hear that. Knowing the wait for shipping would be the worst part has actually made the wait for building much easier, if that makes any sense.

47 days!!!!!!!!!!!!

much saddness...

JS said 30-45 days... I am hoping for sooner.

I've only been waiting 12 days for my speakers and this thread is making me even more antsy. Must stop reading!!! :Eek:

47 days is rough!! I'm sorry to hear it's been so long!

basically like the photo, except the boss wanted a little less red in the cherry I think...

I was torn on the upgrade... I wondered just how much of a difference there was... anyone have experience between the two versions?
and 700 was gonna push the price to nearly 3k total... getting dangerously close to high Spousal Disapproval Factor

i am surprised that my ip address is not permanently banned by the fedex website... i'm surprised the system didn't crash i hit "refresh" so many times...


although i didn't wait as long as you, i did have an extended wait, and it didn't kill me (although i may have come close to expiring a few times along the way)...

as i noted in a previous post... someone is making something "from scratch" specifically for you... i know in todays "point, click and ship" world, you are used to instant gratification... if that's a key buying point, there are any number of speakers you can acquire...

however, if you want speakers that are made for you, you are gonna have to suck it up and deal with the delayed gratification...

fwiw, it's not like jim isn't upfront about wait times... and realistically, when you are a small business, there is the occasional delay that pops up that is beyond your control (in this example, a driver shortage)...

edit: the "you" being a prospective buyer, not nuance...

Relax guys you got it easy.... every last one of you...

I just ordered - lets say some addons for one of my other hobbies...

I'm going to be waiting for probably about a year before I get to bring them home.

I wrote the check, and its 2 months past now, Im pretty confident I won't see these items until next year... $2k worth of stuff, not waiting on them being built, just for the paperwork delays...

A few months is a piece of cake...

Jim quoted me 45 days. But I went with walnut veneer, which is has a deep grain that requires a bit of extra time to fill. Since each filling application takes 3 days of spraying, sanding and drying even a couple of extra layers can really add on the time. I understand there is art involved here, so I'm OK with waiting. I'd much rather Salk & co. take their time to do it right. My only (potential) regret thus far is whether or not I should have gone with the ebony veneer.

I was in the same situation as you. My thoughts were, "Sure the RAAL is better but is that something you'd really notice if you haven't heard them in an A/B?" I ended up going with not just supercharged SongTowers but a supercharged SongCenter as well because I know how I am. Based on past purchases I knew it'd nag at me if I didn't go with the upgraded version.

But still, I wonder if maybe I should have stuck with the standard version and paid for the veneer I really wanted (ebony). Because you grow accustomed to speakers, but a fine furniture finish is always nice to look at.