Mr. Ed

Online Store Buyer

April 15th, 2015

These speakers first came to my attention in a review on "Engadget". Despite having to order them from overseas, I was influenced by the very positive reviews, reasonable price and good design. I bought them along with the Kvart and Bølge bluetooth amplifier for focussed listening to classical, jazz and pop/rock music in an average sized room (3.5x5m). <br>The initial experience was marred by customs; who drilled a hole in the rear of one speaker and tore out some of the foam baffle whilst inspecting them. Despite this inauspicious start, I was then able to experience the very high level of customer service from Arved Deecke, who kindly offered to organise either return of the speakers or guide me remotely through effecting the necessary repairs (which I chose to accept, given my reluctance to part with them!).<br>It was all worth it: These speakers absolutely live up to the good reviews: they subtly caress your ears with voices, guitar and trumpets appearing to float in mid air with effortless stereo imaging. Subtle changes in intonation and breathing are clearly audible in vocal works without obvious colouration of the sound. Given the small physical size of the drivers, you may occasionally miss the physical sensation of bass, however each bass note is clear and details are played with authority - there is no muddied or resonant bass. There is sufficient attack on mid and treble notes to maintain enjoyment with dynamic musical works. <br>Despite having access to a range of decent speakers and Sennheiser headphones, I keep coming back to the Sound Sommeliers to re-discover my musical collection, with many details I had never noticed becoming apparent. Very pleased to have bought them.