26-May-2017, 08:29
(26-May-2017, 04:33)apichetk Wrote: Sure, Alex.
Low listening Level: I think the Twenty5.26 performs well, but only if I drive them with high-powered amps. The sound quality, when listening at the low volume, is much better when I pair them with the 800 but not with the 200. Maybe it's my personal preference, I like to listen to them slightly louder for certain genres of music.
I have only tried the Olympica 2 and Sopra 2, but not 804 D3. This will be from my memory as I didn't have a chance to try them all in one place.
Sopra 2 driven by the 800 in a well-treated room: I've found the 25.26 to be more neutral while the Sopra 2 is sweeter (warmer?) on female vocal. The bass on the 25.26 is tighter probably due to the transmission-line design. Soundstage width and depth are similar. I can happily live with either of them.
Olympica 2 driven by McIntosh integrated amp: Compared to the 25.26, they sound more relaxing. I didn't get a chance to use my own test tracks though. Their sonic quality is closer to the Sopra 2 than the PMC. The room I was in when I listened to the Olympica 2 was much bigger so I felt that their soundstage was wider. Their appearance is the most gorgeous.
Thanks for the comprehensive reply!
I'll put th PMCs on my audition list.
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