Heard a demo pair of Harbeth SHL-5 Plus with Naim separates, last week in LA.
Ganda combo ng PRAT and finesse!
The difference though between the old and the new model is not that significant (according to my ears only). I guess the new model has to be hyped in reviews/ads to generate sales.
Parang hindi sulit to take the huge hit in selling the old and buying new again.
I'd say audition is a must for owners of SHL-5 who are thinking to upgrade.
For the big spenders, well . . di na siguro kailangan - pride of ownership lang ay ok na
But a definite upgrade for owners of C7ES3s and M30.1s (a close call)