Been on the list for several months waiting my turn to ship my 30SL back to Spectral for the SHHA2 upgrade as well...

rhodyavphile July 09, 2004 13:18

Thanks for your input. Yes, many of us are waiting anxiously for the release of the Spectral 4000s. I am also waiting for my SHHA2 module upgrade for my 30 SL preamp.

gp1 July 04, 2004 10:22

Gp1,

I have only heard the Eidolons in a demo room when I was building the system. They sounded beautiful, but a little more analytic than the Radian HCs. Given Spectral's sound characteristics, I have found the Radians add a little more musicality to the system, plus the price diff is huge. I got the Radians used when I was seperating my HT and Stereo systems...
Someday I'll change the speakers out, but I have other upgrades scheduled before that. New analog rig(any day now) and am anxiously waiting to compare the new Spectral CD Players to the 2000/3000 combo...

good listening

rhodyavphile July 03, 2004 22:47

Very nice setup and bet it sounds wonderful. I always liked the way the Avalons sounded. I am sure the Spectal front end is a great match. Thanks for sharing.

Cheers

Chris

the_kid July 03, 2004 09:34

Hi Rhodyavphile,

Have a similar set up as yours consisting of 30SL preamp, DMA 150 Series 2, SDR 2000 transport and 3000 DAC via Spectral link and MIT cables, MIT Z center and MIT stabiliser. Only missing piece is a speaker by Avalon. Currently using Von Schweikert Vr4Jr with extremely good results. Just a question, have you tried the newer offerings from Avalon like Opus and Eidolon? Wondering how it will fare compared to your Radian HC..

gp1 July 02, 2004 22:25

I use a Tag Mclaren phono stage...

rhodyavphile June 30, 2004 22:39

What do you use for a phono stage. . .Is the Spectral full-function?

tutordennis June 06, 2004 02:01

Thanks for info,my taste in music runs about the same,

raytheprinter May 15, 2004 00:52

The Richard Gray has been fantastic. opened up the sound quite a bit, also helped bring the lower end into more focus.... As to my musical choices, I have very eclectic tastes. It ranges from classical to hip hop. I have the opinion that every genre has some redeeming qualities, and it is a matter of seperating the wheat from the chaff...

rhodyavphile May 04, 2004 13:15

nice,how do you like the Richard Gray,also what kinds of music do you listen to,,

raytheprinter April 15, 2004 20:05

Haven't found much quality programming on the radio to warrant upgrading. Besides, it is pretty much only used for sporting events and Howard Stern in the morning.... I actually think the weakest link is the turntable which I am upgrading to the Debut Sig.

Thanks for the feedback....

rhodyavphile March 31, 2004 10:47

Nice system. If any critique at all I would advise upgrading the tuner. I have one, not bad for the money, but, certainly not in the same league as the rest of the components.

Happy Listening

2001impala March 30, 2004 22:09