19-Jan-2021, 23:59
I think the answer to your question depends on which you prefer more, i.e. full extended range with a seemingly less detailed sound stage in light of the price difference. All very subjective factors.
I was not aware of LS50s, (if they were even available) when I got the golds, but the golds gave me what I think will be a lifelong memory while listening to the Dave Brubeck’s Quartet’s Take Five. I was working in the kitchen when I turned up the volume to a reasonable, but not loud, level. After a about 5 seconds of play, my four year old son who was playing in his bedroom came sprinting out and stood mesmerized between the speakers. I asked if he was ok and he just softly said yes and after a few more seconds he asked “what’s this?” I gave him a way too specific response but fortunately it didn’t lessen his enjoyment. Would the same thing have happened with the LS50s? Maybe, but given the price difference I like to think not. . To the extent I am right, I suspect my son’s interests was the result of the full and palpable range the golds offer.
I was not aware of LS50s, (if they were even available) when I got the golds, but the golds gave me what I think will be a lifelong memory while listening to the Dave Brubeck’s Quartet’s Take Five. I was working in the kitchen when I turned up the volume to a reasonable, but not loud, level. After a about 5 seconds of play, my four year old son who was playing in his bedroom came sprinting out and stood mesmerized between the speakers. I asked if he was ok and he just softly said yes and after a few more seconds he asked “what’s this?” I gave him a way too specific response but fortunately it didn’t lessen his enjoyment. Would the same thing have happened with the LS50s? Maybe, but given the price difference I like to think not. . To the extent I am right, I suspect my son’s interests was the result of the full and palpable range the golds offer.
