Originally Posted by
Horn Fanatic
Anyone who claims to have invented a loud speaker system that accurately reproduces a philharmonic orchestra, or a church pipe organ, probably has an ample supply of snake oil for sale also for the suckers who believe it. For example, I have heard a pair of Avalon Acoustics Sentinal speakers powered by Mac model 9's, and for $92,000 one would think those speakers would provide just a hint of the tactile feel one gets from listening to a large live string section, or horn section.
I have had conversations with associates who tell me this speaker or that sounds like the real thing. I usually shut them up with one question when I get them to admit they have never heard a live orchestra. I have yet to listen to a speaker system that can reproduce the chills I get from hearing a twelve piece horn section. It's all about exciting the air in the entire room, not just the sweet spot.