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  1. Thank you for comment Gerry. Did you mean that A400's should be placed as far apart in the room as possible whereas T1030 can be placed closer when you mentioned the boundaries? Also, should both pairs be toed in or just place front facing? Thanks
  2. Hi Gerry, Not threadjacking but it may be relevant here. I have a pair of A400's and T1030's and would like to get your opinion on how the A400 which was TOTL in A series compares against T1030 which was TOTL on T series. Thank you kindly. My experience is below: ************************************************************************************************************** Boston Acoustics T1030 vs A400 Comparison This is limited to moderate volume (not high) and in a small room. Results may be different at louder volume in larger room. T1030 (All Original, foam surrounds look good, no tears, not rotting but they may be softer due to age): Very smooth sounding speakers with great but soft bass thump. Mids/highs are very good except they sound little softer/smoother and slightly recessed when compared against A400. I can hear soft bass extension that doesn't end too abruptly. A400 (All mids and woofer foam surrounds re-foamed with genuine fillet foam surrounds few months ago): Almost exact sound characteristics as T1030 but little more dynamic, specially the highs/mids sound more open, brighter and louder. I hear more high frequency musical instruments with vocals while in T1030, some high music notes are not at the same level as vocals. That adds little more sizzles on A400's and sounds little forward. Bass is tighter in A400's and it ends earlier than T1030 so it feels like bass is punchier in A400's while softer in T1030. Overall, A400's feel like they have little more grunt/power on everything, highs/mids/lows. Strings sound brighter in A400's but not too bright. I'm guessing if I listen to speakers all day, T1030 may be better as it's slightly smoother and may not have ear fatigue over the long run. But if I have to pick one pair, it'll be A400's without hesitation. A400's just sound very free, open and like live music. T1030's are not far behind but feels little bit constrained on everything by slight margin except longer low extension. When listening to songs on A400's, it feels energetic while T1030's sound little relaxed. T1030's are on my top list along with A400 and L100T. ************************************************************************************************************** PS: If a new thread is better option, I'll do that. Thanks
  3. I see. Thanks for information. I read somewhere that the HO series had issues on the bass department (lacking) and some mentioned upgrading the crossover (or adding a resistor on the terminals externally) to fix that. Found that link from Pete B: http://www.classicsp...?showtopic=1243 The Hi-Res series supposedly had those issues fixed. It'd be interesting to compare 310HO with the AR9's. Hmmm...
  4. I'd like a comparison as well but there is no one I know that has original AR9's close by. These are Acoustic Research's version for home theater application; AR9's for fronts, AR2C, AR4C for center and AR15, AR17 for surrounds. So far, these are the best speakers I have for my fronts specially for watching action scenes.
  5. These are a different design from the early days. The Hi-Res series was the flagship line of Acoustic Research when AR and NHT were under the same roof. The parent company (Recoton) ran into financial problems and sold NHT to try an save them. They filed bankruptcy then AR was sold to Audiovox who took on all of AR's debt, the cable division was sold (GE) seperatly as well. Timeline around 1992-1998, I think. Can't find exact manufacturing date. These are supposed to be refined (mainly improvement on bass) version of 310 HO model. These models kinda got lost due to the problems with company acquisition and such and never got media attention as other AR's models did. Here is link to the product site... http://www.digital.c.../hi_res/ar9.htm --------------------- AR9 3-Way Tower SIMPLY STATED, THE HI-RES SERIES LOUDSPEAKERS ARE THE ULTIMATE IN SOUND REPRODUCTION, COMPETING WITH SPEAKERS TWICE THEIR PRICE Leave it to the company that forged the history of home audio to add a whole new element to the mix. Introducing the Hi-RES Series loudspeakers from Acoustic Research -- an unprecedented combination of classic looks, innovative features, and revolutionary metal alloy components. From plasma-transferred diamond hardened titanium dome tweeters, and our exclusive MagAlloy™ midranges, to Bob Carver/Sunfire high efficiency amplifiers in our powered tower and subwoofers. The result is solid sonic precision and unyielding tonal accuracy in any home theater or stereo configuration. This is the new standard for high-output, higher-fidelity performance. This is Hi-RES. Precision requires exacting standards. Given the demands of today's digital sources, there is simply no way to accurately reproduce the quality of these recordings without due consideration of the components that must sustain it. The new Hi-RES tower loudspeakers from Acoustic Research were conceived as a defining statement of sound reproduction and dynamic response. Each internal component has been specially designed and fitted together to faithfully reproduce all of the dynamics of the original oudio experience, consistently and on demand. And, thanks to side-firing low frequency drivers, these sleek, elegant towers fit perfectly into any room decor and complement any architectural taste. Dimensions (HxWxD): 37" x 9 5/16" x 17" Driver colement: Plasma Transferred Diamond Hardened 1" Titanium Dome Tweeter Dual 5 1/4" MagAlloy Monocoque Mid-Range 10" Side-firing High Excursion Woofer All transducers are Magnetically Shielded Frequency response: 32Hz-23KHz ±2dB Crossover frequency: 100Hz and 3.2KHz Sensitivity: 92dB @ 2.83 Volts/Meter System impedance: 8 Ohms Nominal Recommended amp. power: 20 Watts~250 Watts ----------------------------------------------
  6. Thanks for comment. I agree they do get loud and are very punchy. I'm powering them with Pioneer SA-1050 in stereo mode and sound very good. They have 10" woofers but more than enough for my room size.
  7. Just got a pair of used AR9 Hi-Res speakers. These look and sound good. Does anyone have these? Appreciate any comment. Thanks
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