10-Feb-2019, 02:52
(09-Feb-2019, 13:52)awkaplan Wrote:No, I didn’t audition the standmount models as I want floorstanders. The FS 407 and 409 are SAMed, but the .2 versions aren’t. I used the 407 SAM profile when I auditioned the 407.2 and it seemed to work fine, but I usually turn SAM off when I’m listening.(09-Feb-2019, 12:25)Axel Wrote:(08-Feb-2019, 16:13)awkaplan Wrote: Hope this hasn’t been covered in depth before, but I am currently looking to do a speaker upgrade and hope to find a SAM-ready set of speakers that perform exceptionally well at low volumes. I am currently running B&W 707s2 and run them at -30dB or lower quite often. While I’d like the best of both worlds, my condo association hasn’t been happy with me recently, and my neighbor is convinced I’m using a sub. The Expert 140 Pro combo is pleasant, but I am open to suggestions. Thanks!
The Elac FS 407.2 performs superbly at low levels. I recently auditioned a pair and am considering replacing my Sonus Faber Olympica 2s with them.
Did you audition the bookshelf model as well? You have me digging. Hoping they’re SAMed!
Give the Elacs a try. I think you’ll like them.
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