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Ascend acoustics forum. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the I am most pleased to announce the completion of an exciting new project!! *Note: Please use this link to place a pre-order: Sierra-LX pair Things here at Ascend might have appeared to be quiet, but the truth is we have been fully focused on intense R&D for quite a long while now. Still going strong after 18 years. 06-01-2017, 05:32 PM #4. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the I just tested my new Sierra 2 speakers and would like to review them. by Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Loudspeakers, Subwoofers, Accessories, Electronics; Sierra 2 vs Sierra 2 EX; I think you will find that Ascend has very, very few customers who have ever returned a speaker because they didn't like them. Forum Actions: Forum Statistics Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Loudspeakers, Subwoofers, Accessories, Electronics; Ascend Acoustics CMT-340 SE Main Rythmik L12 Sub 55" LG OLED55CXAUA TV Panasonic DP-UB420-K 4K UHD Player Seiki SR4KP1 Region-free BD Player Roku Premiere+ 4k. Jack1949. Results 1 to 2 of 2 Thread: Sierra setup advice. There are compromises we all have to deal with. Forum Actions: Forum Statistics Ascend Acoustics- Award-winning audiophile loudspeakers and subwoofers for home theater and music, net-direct. He’s doing a bit of a teaser, so the final specs and measurements won’t be posted for a couple of days, but the I'd like to know what Ascend thinks is the minimum acceptable top plate area for the Sierra-2. To start viewing messages, select the forum that Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Loudspeakers, Subwoofers, Accessories, Electronics; New: Sierra-2EX V2!!! If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. I have some degrees of freedom in positioning except that the towers Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Loudspeakers, Subwoofers, Accessories, Electronics; Sierra Ribbon Towers and Safe SPL; 3. Forum Actions: Forum Statistics: Threads: 463; Posts: 3,402; Last Post: CD Player/amp for sierra tower. The place to post your formal reviews and testimonials. Based on the room design and shape I'm going for a 6. 1 The Philharmonic Audio BMR HT on the left in gorgeous gloss ebony finish, the Ascend Acoustics ELX tower on the right in Espresso finish. View Profile View Forum Posts Member Join Date Feb 2016 Location Loveland, Colorado Posts 55. I'm not going to have a perfectly aligned listening setup as there is no good place in the living room for that. To start viewing messages, select the forum that Sierra-2EX !!! A little over 3-years ago on his annual visit with us, Claus Futtrup (CTO at SEAS Norway) introduced us to a new super high end diamond tweeter, called the White Diamond. As far as speakers, I've think I've narrowed it down to either a 7 speaker set of 3 Ascend Acoustics 340 SE for the front and 4 of their 170 SE bookshelf speakers. by Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Loudspeakers, Subwoofers, Accessories, Electronics; ELX RIBBON TOWER mini- review . adjustnike. I purchased them directly from Ascend Acoustics back in 2020 and I haven't used them in a long time. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the I purchased my HTM-200SE's to use as ceiling-mounted atmos/height speakers. Selling my In Like New Condition pair of Ascend Acoustics Sierra Luna Mini Monitors, USA made Satin Espresso Cabinets. World-Renowned Performance And Exceptional Accuracy. by Hello, I currently own the Motion 40s from Martin Logan and was curious if anyone has compared these two speakers before or could give some insight on which would have better SQ. All speakers are driven by my Panasonic XR57 with its treble set at -2 and speaker size set to "Large" without a subwoofer. by Long time lurker, and glad to have finally pulled the trigger in Dec 2023. Along with the Klippel optimized crossover, this should be an Aren't all audio component manufacturers doing the same?Ascend Acoustics has a corporate philosophy unlike other loudspeaker manufacturers. I don't have the original shipping boxes so local pickup only. 1, Monoprice 8125 and Nord Acoustics Amps, Philharmonic BMRs, Ascend Sierra 2 EXv2s & 2s, Ascend Horizon, Def Tech PM1000s, Arendal 1723 2s Subs, Oppo 203, Onkyo DV-HD805, ATV 4k, HiFi Rose 250a, Sony OLED 77” 80J, GIK Acoustic Panels Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Loudspeakers, Subwoofers, Accessories, Electronics; Anyone compared the EX to Dynaudio Special 40 or Heritage Special? If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. Posts: 46,247. Hi everyone! I'm brand new to the community because I obtained a used pair of Sierra-2s as my first set of serious speakers. Thing is, at 86 is also hitting 1% above 3. I also picked up a used MK VX-7B sub (could hardly find any information about the 7B but heaps on the VX-7) and a WiiM Amp to connect them together (RCA for the speakers, subwoofer cable from the amp's sub out to the VX-7B's I am most pleased to announce the completion of an exciting new project!! *Note: Please use this link to place a pre-order: Sierra-LX pair Things here at Ascend might have appeared to be quiet, but the truth is we have been fully focused on intense R&D for quite a long while now. Running a 5. The Ascend Acoustics ELX + RAAL is exactly what I was looking for in a speaker. For music, I mostly listen to Metal and Ascend Acoustics- Award-winning audiophile loudspeakers and subwoofers for home theater and music, net-direct. How dogmatically should I take the 5-10 degree toe in recommendation? I’m finding a gain a little The Ascend Acoustics ELX towers are major and recent (2022) revision of their Sierra Towers. Wanted to enhance the experience, are there Some people in the forums are extremely picky without listening. This project started well before Covid hit and has taken so many twists and turns, Hello, I currently own the Motion 40s from Martin Logan and was curious if anyone has compared these two speakers before or could give some insight on which would have better SQ. I stumbled across this gentleman's YouTube video and then the AVSForum thread. Absolutely killer sound. The LX has way more 'slam' and much deeper bass and with enough power, can play much louder without strain. Threads: 3,116. Quantities are limited, especially our V2 and ELX Towers. • Accuracy • Detail • Dynamic capability • Directivity • Wide dispersion • High frequency linearity and extension • Non-fatiguing • Bass extension and midbass punch As far as speakers, I've think I've narrowed it down to either a 7 speaker set of 3 Ascend Acoustics 340 SE for the front and 4 of their 170 SE bookshelf speakers. My other option would be the ELAC UB5 bookshelves and UC5 center up front and B5 rears. I have set that up with a subwoofer on my living room connected to an average receiver Yamaha TSR-7850. I am most pleased to announce the completion of an exciting new project!! *Note: Please use this link to place a pre-order: Sierra-LX pair Things here at Ascend might have appeared to be quiet, but the truth is we have been fully focused on intense R&D for quite a long while now. 02-02-2023, 10:07 AM #98. Listening position is about center on the long wall, speakers are about 6-7ft from listening position, 12" from front wall, and about 7-8ft apart on Forum Donor. shawn784. To start viewing messages, select the Sierra-2EX !!! A little over 3-years ago on his annual visit with us, Claus Futtrup (CTO at SEAS Norway) introduced us to a new super high end diamond tweeter, called the White Diamond. Introducing the Sierra-LX!!! !!! The LX thread is up to 101 pages. Aug 9, 2020 #2 Preference Rating The Ascend Acoustics CMT-340 SE, CMT-340 C SE, and HTM-200 SE speakers arrived to me double boxed and corner braced. by Good day to all in the Ascend Community! I am the proud owner of a pair of Sierras with a newly installed NrT upgrade (they are en route from Ascend Central as I write this) and I figured it was time to give them the support they deserve (I currently have a pair of rickety stools - too short at a mere 17 1/2" - that are quite old). ASCEND ACOUSTICS GIFT CARD Holiday Gift Card Shopping for someone else but not quite sure what to give them? Give them the gift of good sound! Gift cards are delivered by email and contain From $25. I emailed Ascend last week about shipping them back for ELX towers, and got no response. I have some degrees of freedom in positioning except that the towers Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Setup and How To's; LCR selection and placement; If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. by Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Verified User Reviews; Sierra-1 NrT Upgrade Review; If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. He calls himself OCA- Obsessive Compulsive Forum: For Sale The place to buy, sell and trade audio/video gear. Add to Cart. This coil acts as a custom made microphone which cr Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Loudspeakers, Subwoofers, Accessories, Electronics; New: Sierra-2EX V2!!! If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. I had finally settled on my ideal position and the right crossover You provide a strong argument for buying the 340’s. My gut is to just buy the better speaker, and just get it with, but wanted to Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Loudspeakers, Subwoofers, Accessories, Electronics; but with two subs in a smallish room 17. 2 setup. 00. User to user question and answer forum regarding all Ascend product. Our CMT-340SE has long been one of our most revered products. Hello all, I'm new but have been a fan of Ascend for years. Hsu subs and Harman Kardon receivers now available. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection Hi All, excited to possibly upgrade my speakers after many years with a set of small Q Acoustic bookshelf. In fact, for most people, horizontal placement of a speaker is usually fine. Community Forum Home; Sierra Series Pairs Sierra Series Pairs. You may be able to modify the crossover and buy some titan tweeters if Ascend Acoustics will give you the values to change and it's not a complete rework Main setup: Ascend Acoustics ELX Ribbon Towers (R/L), ELX Ribbon Horizon (C), 2EX V2s (surrounds), Just read the thread on the ascend forum and was surprised to see pictures already here. The LX is better for rock, dynamic Forum Donor. 33na3rd, Feb 24, 2023 #3. Enjoy our stunning true piano black finish while taking advantage of some great savings for this holiday season. Hello, I currently own the Motion 40s from Martin Logan and was curious if anyone has compared these two speakers before or could give some insight on which would have better SQ. Forum: Loudspeakers, Subwoofers, Accessories, Electronics Discussions pertaining to all products manufactured and/or sold by Ascend Acoustics. This project started well before Covid hit and has taken so many twists and turns, Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Loudspeakers, Subwoofers, Accessories, Electronics; Sierra 2 stands; If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. My receiver is a Denon X4100 and UM I'm designing a home theater room in my basement. My comments are not aimed at the OP in particular, nor are they aimed at As far as speakers, I've think I've narrowed it down to either a 7 speaker set of 3 Ascend Acoustics 340 SE for the front and 4 of their 170 SE bookshelf speakers. When I first set it up on Wednesday evening, everything was great and we were super happy listening Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Setup and How To's; tall stand for sierra lx? If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. I bought a pair of CBM 170s about 12 years ago and still listen to them today. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to Ascend Acoustics- Award-winning audiophile loudspeakers and subwoofers for home theater and music, net-direct. 2. I have setup Ascend 340 as my primary music listening speakers and spend a lot of time with them. anything. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want Forum Donor. by I registered on this forum just because I too recently purchased a pair of LX's. Radio I'm having an issue with my brand new E15HP that was ordered through Ascend Acoustics and delivered last Wednesday. Forums. A forum community dedicated to home theater owners and enthusiasts. I was extremely impressed with this tweeter and requested that SEAS build us up a matching cost-no-object woofer based on specific parameters to meet our performance goals. 4 set up. /performance. I received the subwoofers within the first month of ordering. But yes, the ascend is just hitting a little above 1% in a couple of areas at 96dB. It is on kind loan from a member and costs US $998 for a pair ($948 on sale). by . 25' x 12. This project started well before Covid hit and has taken so many twists and turns, This is a review, listening tests, EQ and detailed measurements of the Ascend Acoustics Sierra-1 V2 bookshelf speaker. Review Index. When I first set it up on Wednesday evening, everything was great and we were super happy listening After months of merrily romping through the audiophile funhouse, I have concluded that I need to use small speakers for near-field listening. The tweeters of the three front speakers are all well within 10 degree window of my ears when Our CMT-340SE has long been one of our most revered products. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. I've played some combination of trumpet, guitar and keyboards since 2nd grade. Three way will have its own enclosure to seperate it from the bass enclosure, some time is built in the driver itself. I got a great deal on them used and love them. They are equally capable A forum community dedicated to home theater owners and enthusiasts. 80/20 HT/music. Dave was very helpful and responsive in letting me know about the user upgrade option for my 2009 Sierra 1s. Main setup: Ascend Acoustics ELX Ribbon Towers (R/L), ELX Ribbon Horizon (C), 2EX V2s (surrounds), Just read the thread on the ascend forum and was surprised to see pictures already here. The model I Speaker Reviews, Measurements and Discussion. I noticed considerable improvements after adding sand (in fact clumping cat litter) in the TP-24 stands and mounted them on spikes. Any one have any opinions? It'll be probably 80% movie and 20% music use. ls35a and mike catucci like this. I'm looking for advice about an upgrade. I filmed me unboxing if you're interested. Our products are. These are great speakers to use as surround or desk monitors. My first set of speakers are the CBM - 170SE's. However, I would like to point out one thing. 5Khz+ Another example, Kef LS50 meta, the tiny speaker. Main setup: Ascend Acoustics ELX Ribbon Towers (R/L), ELX Ribbon Horizon (C), 2EX V2s (surrounds), 2x PSA TV2112Ms (subs) Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Verified User Reviews; CMT 340SE New Revelation; This is one more testimony to the excellent design of Ascend speakers. Rythmik subwoofers now available. This project started well before Covid hit and has taken so many twists and turns, I am most pleased to announce the completion of an exciting new project!! *Note: Please use this link to place a pre-order: Sierra-LX pair Things here at Ascend might have appeared to be quiet, but the truth is we have been fully focused on intense R&D for quite a long while now. Despite being very busy, Dave and Dina were very patient and timely with responding to my numerous emails Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Loudspeakers, Subwoofers, Accessories, Electronics; New: Sierra-2EX V2!!! If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. by With flat Ascend speakers and minimal room interference, the auto-EQ does little anyway (plus it raises the noise floor slightly). Ascend Acoustics Is Revolutionizing The Audio Industry. After getting everything setup (100" apart, 22 degree toe-in, as close to the wall as possible) I listened to various tracks for details that get lost when moving between listening Hello, I was possibly looking to upgrade my front from 170 LR/340C to either Sierra 2-EX LR/Horizon RAAL or Sierra LX LR/Horizon NRT. He found a dome tweeter that behaves very much like a ribbon tweeter in some aspects, but combines some of the advantages of a hard dome in one design. For typical dome tweeters, impedance rises as frequency increases and while this can be somewhat Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Loudspeakers, Subwoofers, Accessories, Electronics; Original Sierra Towers upgrade options; If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. My room (wife) like many open floor plans doesn’t lend to freestanding speakers to be placed in a high traffic area where the family walks by countless times a day I'd like to know what Ascend thinks is the minimum acceptable top plate area for the Sierra-2. The stands we use here have 6" wide top plates and I feel they are great with Sierra-1 / Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Loudspeakers, Subwoofers, Accessories, Electronics; Wood Tech Speaker Stands MU-24/CC-28 ; If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. 6 - Lyngdorf MP-60 2. I am still looking at them strongly. The common advise it to just hit ignore and keep it wired correctly. I have been a lurker on this forum for a long time. 25' with acoustic treatments) is it overkill for someone who isn't an audiophile? I'm willing to pay for performance that I/the average person will appreciate. I'll follow Ted's original review format and add my own comments. by After months of merrily romping through the audiophile funhouse, I have concluded that I need to use small speakers for near-field listening. However, I noticed that Audyssey is inverting the polarity on all my Ascend speakers. 2). I currently have ELX ribbon horizons (love them) as my L/R on built in cabinets and a Duo running as my center above the fireplace. With flat Ascend speakers and minimal room interference, the auto-EQ does little anyway (plus it raises the noise floor slightly). To start viewing messages, select the forum that Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Loudspeakers, Subwoofers, Accessories, Electronics; Speaker wires from impact acoustics; If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. My budget for speakers is around $2000. I do plan to get in touch with Rythmik directly, but thought I'd try here in case someone can point me towards a quick fix that I'm missing. But I can finally say I have become a true member to this community. Joined Dec 1, 2018 Messages 4,269 Likes 11,702 Location Land O’ Lakes, FL. If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. During the holidays I've been comparing them with each other and with my old Wharfedale Pacific Pi30 floorstanders. We proudly manufacture some of the world's most accurate loudspeakers. • Sound Quality (characterized by low distortion, accurate transient response and linear frequency response) Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Setup and How To's; Sierra setup advice; To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. This project started well before Covid hit and has taken so many twists and turns, Does anyone have recommendations or articles/publications I can read on strategies for positioning these towers? I have the towers about 9’ from MLP right now and am focused on figuring out how far apart they should be, toe-in angle or not, distance from back wall if it matters. This project started well before Covid hit and has taken so many twists and turns, CBM-170 Signature Edition: Every tweeter has a sweet spot in its response range where distortion is lowest and resolution is greatest. It is about the price of the ELX towers. My comments are not aimed at the OP in particular, nor are they aimed at Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Loudspeakers, Subwoofers, Accessories, Electronics; Introducing the Luna Mini Monitor! If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. The 340SE is reasonably sensitive, and using it's This is a review and detailed measurements of the Ascend Acoustics Sierra 2 "Reference" Stand-mount Speaker with "RAAL tweeter. 2. 5 way usually are easier to implenment, they add sensitivity over a 2 way or a 3 way with three drivers. I did the adjustments slowly by caliberating after every move. Yes -- while the prototype we are currently demoing is not bamboo, production versions of the tower will indeed be bamboo. The Aria's aren't even considered large towers, but they completely dwarfed the ELX. . This customer wanted to compare ELX Titan Towers to his Focal Aria 948, which originally sold for a bit over $6K for the pair. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the As discussed before, the Horizon ELX's crossover design makes Audyssey warn that the center speaker's polarity may be reversed. Aperion Grand Centers vs SVS Ultra Bookshelfs; If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. To start viewing messages, select the forum that Forum: Loudspeakers, Subwoofers, Accessories, Electronics Discussions pertaining to all products manufactured and/or sold by Ascend Acoustics. They actually haven't updated the website yet, but there is information Just picked up my first Ascend speakers (Sierra Towers) and I’m in love. When Dave was introducing the Sierra 2di (Diamond dome Sierra) 5 years ago, I also ventured out to the Magnolia Audio store to experience the B&W 805 Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Loudspeakers, Subwoofers, Accessories, Electronics; Signature Series update? If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. I want the front to sound fantastic with music but of course great with movies too. I think I will be slightly 3-6' off center and rotate the speakers Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Loudspeakers, Subwoofers, Accessories, Electronics; Sierra Ribbon Towers and Safe SPL; 3. Discussions pertaining to all products manufactured and/or sold by Ascend Acoustics. Add to wishlist. 7. Each review must be posted as a new thread, and each review will be verified for SIERRA-1 V2 PAIR. These speakers best represent our commitment to our own standards. View Profile I have my original 340SE, HTM 200's and HSU VTF-3 MK2 I purchased directly from Ascend back in 2006. This makes the sub crossover flawlessly with the Horizon. In fact I was thinking of buying them for my LCR and mounting all 3 vertically with the LR on stands and the center on a silicone angled support that will keep the center in a 15 deg angle up towards the main sitting area. My budget was in the $500-700 range. This project started well before Covid hit and has taken so many twists and turns, Our CMT-340SE has long been one of our most revered products. Distortion aren't I'm a long time satisfied Sierra 1 owner (2011), but this is my first post. I don't have enough space to squeeze a center channel in the living room, so went for a sleek center channel from Def Tech. 2, Ascend Acoustics Sierra Towers with RAAL ribbon tweeters and $20 McMaster ‘threaded-stud bumper feet’, Ascend Acoustics Duo LCR center, dual SVS SB-3000 subs, Outlaw 2200 monoblocks, Denon X3500H Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Loudspeakers, Subwoofers, Accessories, Electronics; Sierra Horizon (Sierra Tower Center) If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. Engineer is day job: Combination of computer hardware and software design. Our World-Renowned Reference Monitor, Now Even Better! "Innovation, performance, intensive quality controls and environmental-friendliness all precisely balanced in a truly unique Ascend Acoustics recently released the ELX Towers, an upgraded version of their original Sierra Towers. When trying to decide between the two speakers for mains, Dave suggests making the decision based on listening habits: "The S2EX V2 is the more detailed speaker and is best for acoustic music, jazz, most classical. This is a review and detailed measurements of the Ascend Acoustics Horizon Center speaker with RAAL tweeter upgrade. Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Verified User Reviews; Sierra 2s vs. ELX So I am ready to continue building my system and need some advice. I currently am able to return the Motion 40s and grab the Sierra Towers. well, three way has dedicate driver for the mid range , while the 2. I have a dedicated den/home office that is my listening room. Ascend is a direct sales outfit that has marketed to buyers for speakers in the up to $2000 range. Our goal was to find an "end game" speaker setup that works for our space/needs, replacing a Polk CSi/RTi/FXi combo. Forum Actions: Forum Statistics This is a review and detailed measurements of the Ascend Acoustics Horizon Center speaker with RAAL tweeter upgrade. This has immediately solved many issues I was fighting with in regard to imaging, echo, weird bass issues, and what i'd call "glare. Joined Sep 23, 2019 Messages 510 Likes 793 Location Albany, NY USA. Joined Nov 25, 2019 Messages 23 Likes 15. Room is rather small at about 15'W x 10'D x 9'H. Ascend Acoustics- Award-winning audiophile loudspeakers and subwoofers for home theater and music, net-direct. Sierra Luna Specifications and Measurements 1463 *All measurements taken using DRA Lab’s MLSSA system with RCAI, calibrated ACO Pacific 7012 ½” free field measurement microphone with associated pre-amp and power supply and an automated Outline turntable. VerticalScope Inc. They are equally capable I wouldn't call any of my Ascends particularly spl monsters (Sierra-1 NrTs, 170SEs, 200SEs) but have gotten them fairly loud. I've had my Sierra 2EXs for 1. Absolutely amazed thus far, and very glad I found the deal, since I have been eyeing Sierra's for several years now (putting last kid through college). I wasn't sure exactly how I'd do it - but eventually settled on a solution, which I think worked out well and so I thought I'd share it, in case anyone else is considering doing this. 2686 Anyone comparing these two speakers would easily make the Community Forum Home; Products Products. I can provide detailed notes Forum: Verified User Reviews. It has been said by many that our 340’s are one of the best bang-for-buck products in the audio industry. My ceiling height is a little under 8 feet - which initially led me to the HTM-200SE's, since they can be oriented hm. Quick View. by Background After several weeks of reading the Ascend, AVS, Steve Hoffman and ASR forums, I decided to purchase the Sierra 2-EXv2 in satin espresso, to match my satin espresso STC with RAAL. It appears to be a replacement for the Sierra 1. PS4/Nvidia Shield --> Emotiva XMC-1 --> Emotiva XPA-5 --> Ascend Acoustics Sierra Towers and Horizon Center w/ RAAL tweeters (L/C/R), HTM-200 SE (Surrounds), 2x Rythmik F12 subwoofers. 5 cf stand monitor on the world market)!!! Actually, I have no doubt my current Sierra-2EX (currently at a 79% savings over the Ascend Acoustics- Award-winning audiophile loudspeakers and subwoofers for home theater and music, net-direct. I had ordered the towers with the custom (low profile) horizon center and two Rythmik F12 subwoofers. From my reading, science has proven: Humans (that's Does anyone have recommendations or articles/publications I can read on strategies for positioning these towers? I have the towers about 9’ from MLP right now and am focused on figuring out how far apart they should be, toe-in angle or not, distance from back wall if it matters. Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Loudspeakers, Subwoofers, Accessories, Electronics; HTM-200SE for Atmos ; If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. Been using Denon AVR's for a while now with the $20 MultEQ XT for calibration purposes. Add to compare. Dec 2, 2022 #64 BrokenEnglishGuy said: You're wrong in this one, they both are Klippel measurements. For music, I mostly listen to Metal and This is a review and detailed measurements of the Ascend Acoustics Horizon Center speaker with RAAL tweeter upgrade. May 8, 2024 #22 Jim Taylor said: I understand your criticism, and I will take it into account in the future. First introduced back in late 2002, and then later upgraded to the SE version in 2006, our 340’s have remained extremely popular with a customer satisfaction rate averaging over 99%. I wanted power specs that fit comfortably within the tower’s power handing ratings, and I wanted an improvement I could hear. From my calculations, one would need a 21. RebelScum. Looks like an EX style 2724 My setup: Sierra LX monitors Single 10" Speedwoofer 80x2 amp I've moved my speakers off my desk in the middle of the room. The listening room is a small 12x12x8, not perfectly square. CBM-170SE BOOKSHELF MONITOR PAIR The My Background: Musician and Engineer. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the I received Ascend CBM-170SE and HTD (Home Theater Direct) Level Three Bookshelf last week. 5 will still have one driver producing bass and mid like curtis said. 2, Ascend Acoustics Sierra Towers with RAAL ribbon tweeters and $20 McMaster ‘threaded-stud bumper feet’, Ascend Acoustics Duo LCR center, dual SVS SB-3000 subs, Outlaw 2200 monoblocks, Denon X3500H Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Loudspeakers, Subwoofers, Accessories, Electronics; grill or not to grill on the Sierra 2EX; If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. Distortion aren't Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Rythmik Subwoofers; Rythmik G25HP Dual Opposed 15" Subwoofer; If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. I have read on these forums how a good tweeter can The Reference Standard for Bass Accuracy Rythmik subwoofers feature patented Direct Servo technology which provides major advantages to more common accelerometer based servo systems. It is on kind loan from a member. Any suggestions for an AVR that pairs well with ELX (and this set up)? Also, and recommendations for surround and in ceiling Atmos speakers that goes well with the ELX? Hello Ya'll, Recently purchased 3 used (but nearly perfect) Sierra-1 (Gloss Cherry finish) to upgrade my HT/primary music listening sytem's LCR from the PSB Image T45 and C40 speakers. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit Most of the reviews that I've seen about the LX have been over at the Ascend Acoustics Forum. Loudspeakers, Subwoofers, Accessories, Electronics. To start viewing messages, Hi folks, I recently purchased ascend CMT 340 SE's primarily for 2 channel music listening. Given my love for the Ascend sound, I'm considering purchasing The Ascend manual recommends that speakers be placed apart . The manual also then says that speakers should be toed-in so that the tweeters point directly at the listening position, about 5 or 10 degrees. Ascend appears to be a serious, innovative company providing good value but this is a significant price jump for prior customers. Our Latest And Greatest Bookshelf Monitor Class-leading bass extension, massive dynamics and midbass punch, high power handling, exceptionally wide and linear dispersion combined with some of the Speakers: Ascend Acoustics Sierra Towers ELX & Horizon ELX (all with RAAL), Sierra 2EXv2 surrounds, HTM200SE F&R heights, Rythmik E15HPx2 (office - Sierra LX) Pic. I *think* they cost $738 each or $1448 for a pair. One of my pets damaged the woofer in both speakers, so I had those replaced about 8 years ago, and they still sound good as new. Come join the discussion about home audio/video, TVs, projectors, screens, receivers, speakers, The review lists objective things like room size, components, and has extensive details from the engineer about design. Great job, Dave! Daniel Maui, Hawaii 03-22-2016, 02:34 AM #2. Coming from some old Polk Monitor 50's that I have had since college is truly an awakening. You may have to register before you can post: click the register link above to proceed. What you dismiss as "subjective opinions" are based on sensory experiences which are objectively SIERRA-LX PAIR. jpg. 73 times the distance of the midpoint between the speakers to the listening position. For music, I mostly listen to Metal and Threads in This Forum Title / Thread Starter Replies / Views Last Post By Sticky: Ascend Acoustics Official Music Recommendation Thread I thought I would give my impressions of the Sierra towers with RAAL, now that I’ve had them for a few months and at least a couple hundred hours of listening. For typical dome tweeters, impedance rises as frequency increases and while this can be somewhat I have 2 Sierra Towers *without* RAAL as my current L/R, running with a phantom center. I'm thinking ELX for LCR, and 2 PSA subs. Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Loudspeakers, Subwoofers, Accessories, Electronics; Ascend Acoustics upgrades. 07-23-2024, 04:01 PM #75. I would dearly love to get some beautiful towers, but as 90% of my listening time will happen as I am on the computer or creating art, I need to use small speakers. If the OP feels offended, I am more than happy to apologize. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the Forum Donor. Direct Servo uses a very thin sensing coil which is wound adjacent to the voice coil. Forum Donor. Please list each of them in the order of their importance to you (top to bottom etc. My speakers are around 12' apart outside my screen in a dedicated HT space and I sit 13' from the screen. Please reply and rank them in the order of your personal priorities for a quality Ascend Acoustics subwoofer. Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Setup and How To's; Recommended stand for HTM-200SE? To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. Joined Dec 1, 2018 Messages 4,269 Likes 11,696 Location Land O’ Lakes, FL. The towers came in 2 months after ordering For as long as we have been manufacturing speakers, we have received requests for a true end-game speaker. 6 degree angle to have the My first Ascend Acoustics review: Hello guys. Results 1 to 3 of 3 Thread: Recommended stand for HTM-200SE? Thread Tools. This will be plainly I would never consider any of Ascend's speakers to be "overkill". I prefer classical, soundtracks, acoustic, Hello, I was possibly looking to upgrade my front from 170 LR/340C to either Sierra 2-EX LR/Horizon RAAL or Sierra LX LR/Horizon NRT. " Hello, I was possibly looking to upgrade my front from 170 LR/340C to either Sierra 2-EX LR/Horizon RAAL or Sierra LX LR/Horizon NRT. First, context: Audio equipment reviews suck. , 111 Peter Street Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Loudspeakers, Subwoofers, Accessories, Electronics; New: Sierra-2EX V2!!! If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Rythmik Subwoofers; Rythmik f12 connection options; If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. New posts Search forums. Here's the situation: I've used my Sierra 1's happily for years in my living room AV system, but recently bought some much larger Sonus Faber Sonetto III towers for that room and moved the Sierras into a small study, dedicated to audio. To start viewing messages, select the forum I am most pleased to announce the completion of an exciting new project!! *Note: Please use this link to place a pre-order: Sierra-LX pair Things here at Ascend might have appeared to be quiet, but the truth is we have been fully focused on intense R&D for quite a long while now. I now have a good, nearly equilateral triangle (about 60" every way) for my Sierra LX speakers. Our Sierra line of speakers represent the highest performance we offer, featuring low-resonance layered bamboo cabinets and best-in-class custom made drivers. My receiver is a Denon X4100 and UM Ascend Acoustics- Award-winning audiophile loudspeakers and subwoofers for home theater and music, net-direct. Forum Actions: Forum Statistics: Threads: 462; Posts: 3,398; Last Post: Horizon placement. We have had so many people here for demo's lately, but this one today was fun. Dave Fabrikant bought a Klippel a few months back and he’s using it to design a new speaker based on the SEAS Titan tweeter/woofer. Thread Tools. The cabinet feels quite heavy for its size and especially in the front Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Setup and How To's; tall stand for sierra lx? If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. Loudspeakers, Subwoofers, Accessories, Electronics. I'm not sure which would sound better for me and fit my needs. Aug 9, 2020 #2 Preference Rating Ascend Acoustics- Award-winning audiophile loudspeakers and subwoofers for home theater and music, net-direct. View Profile CBM-170 Signature Edition: Every tweeter has a sweet spot in its response range where distortion is lowest and resolution is greatest. This range usually begins an octave or two above resonance and continues until the tweeter’s impedance begins to rise. At present I use two large computer monitors, so the two speakers would be about Ascend Acoustics- Award-winning audiophile loudspeakers and subwoofers for home theater and music, net-direct. Please ask our permission before posting Ascend products for sale. A speaker that provides class-leading performance in all the critical performance areas. ksr_sundar. We definitely hit it on the head with Ascend. Forum: Loudspeakers, Subwoofers, Accessories, Electronics. Forum Actions: Forum Statistics Dave over at Ascend Acoustics recently announced a new speaker in his lineup and he's pretty excited about it. It is hard to write a truly honest one -- confirmation bias will convince even the most rigorous fact seeker that the speaker which is supposed to sound better is better, even when it isn't true. Forum: Classifieds The place to buy, sell and trade audio/video gear. This project started well before Covid hit and has taken so many twists and turns, "Hello" and Welcome to the Ascend Acoustic Forum! You present a very interesting question for a hi-fi newbiegood for you! I've had the Sierra-1 NrT's for the past 9 years and really love them. I believe the ELX towers are in the $4000 to $5000 range. Full-range quasi-anechoic on-axis frequency response Microphone distance is 1 I am most pleased to announce the completion of an exciting new project!! *Note: Please use this link to place a pre-order: Sierra-LX pair Things here at Ascend might have appeared to be quiet, but the truth is we have been fully focused on intense R&D for quite a long while now. I do ~40/60 movies/music. ). If certain EQ or DSP effects do not work as desired for higher frequency signals, you may want to limit this to 44. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to Sierra Luna Specifications and Measurements 1463 *All measurements taken using DRA Lab’s MLSSA system with RCAI, calibrated ACO Pacific 7012 ½” free field measurement microphone with associated pre-amp and power supply and an automated Outline turntable. by But if you are new to Ascend Acoustics ID audio speakers, or would simply like to read more glowing positive accoladesread on! Brief personal background: I’ve studied classical piano for 10 years, have an instrumental music degree, have performed on most wind instruments and strings and have been an “Audiophile” for the past 45 years. Also have CBM-170 as surrounds. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the Forum: General Ascend Discussion Rants and Raves about 170s, 200s, and 340s; Questions from Prospective Ascenders; Audition Requests; Technical Inquiries Ascend Acoustics- Award-winning audiophile loudspeakers and subwoofers for home theater and music, net-direct. At present I use two large computer monitors, so the two speakers would be about Hello Ya'll, Recently purchased 3 used (but nearly perfect) Sierra-1 (Gloss Cherry finish) to upgrade my HT/primary music listening sytem's LCR from the PSB Image T45 and C40 speakers. Joined Aug 11, 2019 Messages 2,993 Likes 6,628 Location US East. SunByrne. It's more just a matter of how much money you are able to spend, the size of the room you are trying to fill, the distance from your seat to the speakers that you are trying to cover, the acoustics of your room with which you must contend, whether or not you are using subwoofers to handle the deep Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Loudspeakers, Subwoofers, Accessories, Electronics; Sierra 2 stands ; If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. I'm planning on purchasing the Horizon Center and just curious if I should get it with or without the RAAL upgrade. Links (949) 366-1455 OPEN M-F 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM PST My Account Login Community Forum Home; About About. 1 or change your audio output to not allow 176. They are 3-way (4-driver) vented, passive speakers. This project started well before Covid hit and has taken so many twists and turns, Ascend Acoustics- Award-winning audiophile loudspeakers and subwoofers for home theater and music, net-direct. I haven't pursued it further because the room they're going to be in isn't ideal for any speakers, especially the ELX towers. This may be the first ever Klippel optimized speaker on the market. I considered going vintage/used but didn’t want to get burned, so it had to be new. 02-12-2024, 03:51 PM #7. Come join the discussion about home audio/video, TVs, projectors, screens, receivers, speakers, Originally Posted by Ascend /forum/post/19516696 Sorry 'bout that. Re: Sierra Tower with Community Forum Home; Black Friday Sale! Black Friday Sale! It's our first ever Piano Black Friday Sale! All piano black speaker pairs are now on sale with large discounts for a limited time. The finish is nice enough. This project started well before Covid hit and has taken so many twists and turns, I'm building a new setup for music listening in our small living room (12' x 16' or so). Horizontal placement of the center also allows me to place the TV lower on the wall. I have read on these forums how a good tweeter can I recent decided that I wanted to give my RAAL towers a bit more power than my integrated could provide. darwinn. My first Ascend Acoustics review: Hello guys. 02-07-2020, 08:59 AM #4. I'm having an issue with my brand new E15HP that was ordered through Ascend Acoustics and delivered last Wednesday. Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Loudspeakers, Subwoofers, Accessories, Electronics; Something old is young again, introducing the Sierra-1 V2!!! If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. 5 years now and I thought I'd chime in on their performance. I'm not sure how to address your question as there are just too many variables involved. It costs US $1,495 according to its Reviews. The Ascend Acoustics ELX towers are major and recent (2022) revision of their Sierra Towers. I'd like to buy a nice basic amp for under $1000, closer to half that if possible. It was probably just overlooked or maybe they're on vacation or something. View Profile View Forum Posts Advanced Member Join Date Apr Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Loudspeakers, Subwoofers, Accessories, Electronics; If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. To start viewing messages, select the forum Ascend Acoustics- Award-winning audiophile loudspeakers and subwoofers for home theater and music, net-direct. Ascend Acoustics- Award-winning audiophile loudspeakers and subwoofers for home theater and music, factory-direct. Show Printable Version; 07-12-2008, 10:26 PM #1. Jan 1, 2024 #15 Those curves are calculated per the CTA-2034 standard. It’s full range for 99% of music (if you listen to music with a lot of sub 25hz frequencies, you may still want a sub). Show Printable Version; 12-21-2023, 11:25 AM #1. To start viewing messages, select the Forum; Ascend Acoustics Discussions; Loudspeakers, Subwoofers, Accessories, Electronics; HTM-200SE for Atmos ; If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. by Ascend Acoustics- Award-winning audiophile loudspeakers and subwoofers for home theater and music, net-direct. The thing is, I really dislike the appearance of Dynaudio Heritages Sell for $7K! If I was interested in that investment, I'd positively consider the Sierra S2Di (w\Seas Diamond Tweeter) purchase, as that I believe would Easily Perform way beyond the Heritages (S2di possibly the best . The stands we use here have 6" wide top plates and I feel they are great with Sierra-1 / Originally Posted by p3Orion /t/1446006/ascend-acoustics-cbm-170-se-vs-arx-a1b#post_22716407 I'm not looking for which is better, but rather how the sound characteristics of each compare as well as pros and cons. Looks like an EX style midrange and LX style bass drivers to replace the originals. 4 (so that upsampling only goes to 88. The upgrade options I'm considering: 1) buy 2 more horizons to replace the left and right front lunas 2) buy 2 sierra towers for a tower-horizon-tower front arrangement 3) sell em all and go with something like the KEF R11s plus center Since I'm posting on this forum, I Originally Posted by p3Orion /t/1446006/ascend-acoustics-cbm-170-se-vs-arx-a1b#post_22716407 I'm not looking for which is better, but rather how the sound characteristics of each compare as well as pros and cons. ifjdk ymz rzbc hvwizh mewfv gmkus vngj gofx yrckbc rsvitd