The domestic models are all infinite baffle, and so a tight bass, but the cost of a tight bass is lesser bass extension for size of cabinet and/or reduced sensitivity compared to reflex designs. Having been an ATC customer for over twenty years of various standmounts… I can say the sound of any overhang or flabbiness is almost certainly down to poor stand matching or positioning, as would be the same with any undue leanness. The last words I would use to describe their speakers are “flabby and boring” I can only say that my 40As are far and away the finest speakers I have ever had and I cannot see myself replacing them, at least for now! You might find you’re unable to return them.
ATC SCM 12 TRIAL
I think a home audition would be essential as I suspect they will sound very different from your Hebrooks and I would make that trial long enough for your ears to become accustomed to their sound. But they won’t sugar coat a poor recording or hide a less-than-top quality source. Nor to my ears are they lean and bright, particularly the latest version with the new in-house tweeter. The last words I would use to describe their speakers are “flabby and boring” but I guess that just shows how different we all are in our tastes in SQ. Indeed, Woodman has talked about the problems (particularly rapid dynamic swings) challenging loudspeaker designers and inherent in reproducing piano sound. I could listen at the dealers but am seeking some thoughts from folks who have owned or currently own the ATC or Dynaudio.Īnyone here feels that the SCM19 or S40 are your final speakers that will stay till the end(in your system) founder and design guru Billy Woodman is a jazz pianist and ATC have always put faithful reproduction of piano as one of their main design goals. I would still keep the Harbeth though perhaps move it to another room. I’m thinking if I should just get the SCM19 and call it a day. However it’s limited in the bass department, lacks a bit refinement compared to Harbeth and sounds slightly lit(not exactly a neutral sound although fun).
ATC SCM 12 PLUS
The Super HL5 Plus sounds great but I think it is slightly too big for the room.įWIW I tried the Dali Mentor Menuet in the main system and it sounded rather good. Nevertheless I’m really looking to gain more airiness in the treble and a slightly brighter tone with piano, but not an overly lean or bright sound. I’m leaning toward the ATC in satin white but am afraid that they might sound to lean and bright since I’m so used to the sound of the Harbeth (going into the 12th year of ownership now). Initially I was looking at the Dynaudio S40 but after some investigation on the internet it appears that the SCM19 may have a more truthful sound and an all-round more balanced speaker.Īn airy extended treble and good tone especially with pianos (since I listen to a lot of piano these days) are some of the traits I’m looking for, apart from having the ability to play everything with aplomb. I’m looking for a high quality mid-sized bookshelf for a smallish room 3.2m x 7m.
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