Author Topic: mordaunt short speakers (Read 187499 times)

jao143 · « **Reply #1380 on:** Feb 19, 2011 at 09:57 PM »

Quote from: blurayhd on Feb 18, 2011 at 04:30 PM

I have the carnival 5.1 setup speakers for a year now. right now im recalibrating it again using auddesey eq to optimize the sound quality for movies.my AVR is a denon 1610 now find the calibration for the sub returns a -12 db which is a bit low. Does it mean that the Denon audessey finds the sub to load.

Can any recommend the proper way to calibrate these carnival speakers for optimization in audessey.

thanks in advance

Using an spl meter might help you calibrate your system

warmaster · « **Reply #1381 on:** Mar 01, 2011 at 10:25 PM »

ano ba characteristcs ng mordaunt short, bright or warm? ang astig kasi nung Aviano floorstandrs nila. does anybody know if they're available here and for how much?

Stagea · « **Reply #1382 on:** Mar 02, 2011 at 03:35 AM »

Neutral sila, with near-flat response for most of their speaks when toed properly.

Check out 5th avenue branches if you'd like to hear a demo.
I personally think that the Mezzo line is that much better for just a bit more.

warmaster · « **Reply #1383 on:** Mar 02, 2011 at 07:41 AM »

wow thanks. will check these out at 5th ave.

Stagea · « **Reply #1384 on:** Mar 02, 2011 at 12:52 PM »

Quote from: warmaster on Mar 02, 2011 at 07:41 AM

wow thanks. will check these out at 5th ave.

Are you planning to use them for HT, or for a dedicated audio setup?

warmaster · « **Reply #1385 on:** Mar 02, 2011 at 06:05 PM »

Quote from: Stagea on Mar 02, 2011 at 12:52 PM

Are you planning to use them for HT, or for a dedicated audio setup?

50/50 sana sir. i have a small 8' x 16' room and i don't really consider myself an audiophile. medyo madali naman ma please ang tenga ko

Stagea · « **Reply #1386 on:** Mar 03, 2011 at 02:33 AM »

The Aviano line might indeed work for you then. However, if you want that extra level of refinement, detail and depth --- then the Mezzo might be the answer (granted that your gear is upto the task).

I think the latter is an achievable entry point to hiqh-quality reproduction.

ottomoxx · « **Reply #1387 on:** Mar 05, 2011 at 03:00 AM »

Mordaunts are solid sounding speakers.

Yamaha RXV467
MS 906i
MS 905i
MS Carnival 9
MS Carnival 3

warmaster · « **Reply #1388 on:** Mar 05, 2011 at 08:49 PM »

Quote from: Stagea on Mar 03, 2011 at 02:33 AM

The Aviano line might indeed work for you then. However, if you want that extra level of refinement, detail and depth --- then the Mezzo might be the answer (granted that your gear is upto the task).

I think the latter is an achievable entry point to hiqh-quality reproduction.

why? are MS speakers hard to drive? kaya ba ng vsx 520 yung aviano?

Stagea · « **Reply #1389 on:** Mar 06, 2011 at 02:43 AM »

Quote from: warmaster on Mar 05, 2011 at 08:49 PM

why? are MS speakers hard to drive? kaya ba ng vsx 520 yung aviano?

The Mezzos are a bit more demanding with partnering gear, and will sound best with mid-level to higher-end receivers. They will still work with entry-level receivers, but you might not get their full potential.

The Avianos are less picky, and should work great with the VSX-520. Bring your receiver to 5th Ave. for an actual test, to see if you like the sound.

warmaster · « **Reply #1390 on:** Mar 06, 2011 at 09:11 AM »

^thanks. will check them out and hopefully it's within the allowed budget range by the CO

RadioPhono · « **Reply #1391 on:** Apr 07, 2011 at 03:03 PM »

ok po ba? mezzo 2 sa Marantz Pm 80 Thanks

pa3ck608 · « **Reply #1392 on:** Apr 07, 2011 at 09:54 PM »

i'm also curious how the mezzo 2 sounds with hk3490. anyone care to share?

beginner · « **Reply #1393 on:** Apr 07, 2011 at 10:10 PM »

Uy gising ka pa Patrick. Haven't heard the hk3490 yet but I know most of the HK amps are more beefed up on the low freqs. Though I read somewhere that this particular model has relatively better performance on the mid to high frequencies. The Mezzo 2 on the other hand sounds clean and crisp without much emphasis on low freq extension. The punch is just about right though and well-balanced. So my hypothesis is that the hk3490 and the Mezzo 2, when paired, would complement each other's strengths. Though, IMHO, the pairing won't be able to maximize the true potential of the Mezzo 2.

Of course, it's always best to audition if the sound is to your liking.

beginner · « **Reply #1394 on:** Apr 07, 2011 at 10:15 PM »

Quote from: Bellsam on Apr 07, 2011 at 03:03 PM

ok po ba? mezzo 2 sa Marantz Pm 80 Thanks

The newer Marantz amps pair well with MS speakers. Though I'm not really sure of the older Marantz amps as they sound a little bit on the warm side. Why don't you bring your PM80 to any 5th Ave branch and hook them up to the Mezzo 2. See (or hear) if you'll like the combination.

pa3ck608 · « **Reply #1395 on:** Apr 07, 2011 at 11:26 PM »

@beginner
good evening master raz,.its funny di kita inaabutan sa ym with masters ivan et. al during the afternoon, but only here during late nights. wala lang, im just toying with the idea about hk3490 being paired with mezzos. no intention to buy yet, but curious lang ako how the combo will sound because ivan has good things to say about the 3490. parang pwede na budget meal for pure audio listening.

too expensive kasi for me ang ca system

beginner · « **Reply #1396 on:** Apr 08, 2011 at 12:55 AM »

Naku Sir. No need for an expensive system as long as you like what you hear.

I'm usually online at night. Yang si Ivan kse vampira din yan... pero hinde natutulog kaya naaabutan nyo sa afternoon. Hehe!

Stagea · « **Reply #1397 on:** Apr 08, 2011 at 08:02 AM »

Quote from: pa3ck608 on Apr 07, 2011 at 11:26 PM

@beginner
good evening master raz,.its funny di kita inaabutan sa ym with masters ivan et. al during the afternoon, but only here during late nights. wala lang, im just toying with the idea about hk3490 being paired with mezzos. no intention to buy yet, but curious lang ako how the combo will sound because ivan has good things to say about the 3490. parang pwede na budget meal for pure audio listening. too expensive kasi for me ang ca system

I have not heard those with Mezzos as well, pero tingin ko pwede naman. Kung decided ka sa amp na yan, go for it. Tapos baunin mo look for speakers for it. Most decent gear pwede patunugin ng maayos basta mahanapan ng proper match, imho.

Baka interested ka sa Infinity Beta ni sir Mike.

Quote from: beginner on Apr 08, 2011 at 12:55 AM

Naku Sir. No need for an expensive system as long as you like what you hear.

Taaaamaaaa.

Quote from: beginner on Apr 08, 2011 at 12:55 AM

I'm usually online at night. Yang si Ivan kse vampira din yan...

Natutulog ata ang vampira sa daytime.

FrancisD · « **Reply #1398 on:** Apr 08, 2011 at 09:04 AM »

I think the Mezzos are at the point where you need to use good amps to maximize their potential - meaning audiophile amps not receivers. With receivers, clarity is much less than what these can give you.

These sound really good with audiophile stereo amps but needs some power. Synergy applies...

pa3ck608 · « **Reply #1399 on:** Apr 10, 2011 at 11:10 AM »

Quote from: beginner on Apr 08, 2011 at 12:55 AM

Naku Sir. No need for an expensive system as long as you like what you hear.

True master raz, but most of the time what people happen to like to hear are those from expensive systems.hehe that's why makiki-kinig na lang muna ako sa systems nyo ni master ivan;D

Stagea · « **Reply #1400 on:** Apr 10, 2011 at 01:14 PM »

Quote from: pa3ck608 on Apr 10, 2011 at 11:10 AM

True master raz, but most of the time what people happen to like to hear are those from expensive systems.hehe that's why makiki-kinig na lang muna ako sa systems nyo ni master ivan;D

Nyek, si Master Raz lang may expensive system. Nakalula yan.

CD-R King lang po gamit ko.

Conan · « **Reply #1401 on:** Apr 10, 2011 at 01:48 PM »

Quote from: Stagea on Apr 10, 2011 at 01:14 PM

Nyek, si Master Raz lang may expensive system. Nakalula yan.

CD-R King lang po gamit ko.

CDR-King with PSB Imagine floorstanders?

pa3ck608 · « **Reply #1402 on:** Apr 10, 2011 at 02:37 PM »

Quote from: Stagea on Apr 10, 2011 at 01:14 PM

Nyek, si Master Raz lang may expensive system. Nakalula yan.

CD-R King lang po gamit ko.

Quote from: Conan on Apr 10, 2011 at 01:48 PM

CDR-King with PSB Imagine floorstanders?

ayan, nabisto ka tuloy

Stagea · « **Reply #1403 on:** Apr 10, 2011 at 03:10 PM »

Quote from: Conan on Apr 10, 2011 at 01:48 PM

CDR-King with PSB Imagine floorstanders?

Why not? May 2-week replacement warranty pa!

Quote from: pa3ck608 on Apr 10, 2011 at 02:37 PM

ayan, nabisto ka tuloy

What PSB?

Back to topic... MS ang usapan dito.

parker · « **Reply #1404 on:** Apr 10, 2011 at 05:49 PM »

PBS hindi PSB

= PULSAR BOOMBOX SPEAKER (WITH REMOTE CONTROLLER)

Specifications:

Power: 5V
Speaker Output: 5W / 4©
Frequency response: 150Hz~20kHz
S/N Ratio: e 85dB
Power Supply: Built-in Li-Hi battery

lupit nito guru ivan

hi tech power supply at kaya 4 ohms

.. tube siguro eto.

Warranty Info
Warranty Period : 1 week
Replacement Period : day

good day

beginner · « **Reply #1405 on:** Apr 11, 2011 at 02:46 AM »

Quote from: pa3ck608 on Apr 10, 2011 at 11:10 AM

True master raz, but most of the time what people happen to like to hear are those from expensive systems.hehe that's why makiki-kinig na lang muna ako sa systems nyo ni master ivan;D

Haha! Somewhat true for some folks. But hey, if it sounds good... then go for it. One of the things I learned from Master Ivan is listen first before asking for the price. Which is kinda difficult to do.

stalkermania · « **Reply #1406 on:** Apr 11, 2011 at 06:37 AM »

Quote from: beginner on Apr 11, 2011 at 02:46 AM

Haha! Somewhat true for some folks. But hey, if it sounds good... then go for it. One of the things I learned from Master Ivan is listen first before asking for the price. Which is kinda difficult to do.

yan talaga 3-step rule sa atin ni master ivan...

listen...... ask price..... buy later.....

ako 2-step rule lang
listen..... ask price..

bagsak lagi ako sa 3rd step... hahahaha

Stagea · « **Reply #1407 on:** Apr 11, 2011 at 06:59 AM »

Quote from: parker on Apr 10, 2011 at 05:49 PM

PBS hindi PSB = PULSAR BOOMBOX SPEAKER (WITH REMOTE CONTROLLER)

Specifications:

Power: 5V
Speaker Output: 5W / 4©
Frequency response: 150Hz~20kHz
S/N Ratio: e 85dB
Power Supply: Built-in Li-Hi battery

lupit nito guru ivan hi tech power supply at kaya 4 ohms .. tube siguro eto.

Warranty Info
Warranty Period : 1 week
Replacement Period : day

good day

Yan talaga yun, Guru Joey.

I'm loving every minute with these PBSes, for all I know kasi baka it might be the last.

parker · « **Reply #1408 on:** Apr 11, 2011 at 12:45 PM »

got my carnivals 6s a pair of ecosse 2.3 mkIV speaker cable. good match. 2.5 meter pair = 1,800 pesos

mezzo 2s....silver speaker cable...the best

.

good day.

beginner · « **Reply #1409 on:** Apr 12, 2011 at 02:15 AM »

Quote from: parker on Apr 11, 2011 at 12:45 PM

got my carnivals 6s a pair of ecosse 2.3 mkIV speaker cable. good match. 2.5 meter pair = 1,800 pesos

mezzo 2s....silver speaker cable...the best .

good day.

Kainggit naman. I do hope I can wait a bit more for the walnut Mezzo 2s...