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I did, however that doesn't solve the problem of having different X (freq) values for both datasets. All good, I had ChatGPT write a Python script that interpolates the impedance and phase data from either a .csv or a .txt file into one merged file that VCAD can read. I'll attach the code below...

I am not. Last time I did math was in college algebra 14 years ago. I did have ChatGPT write me a python script to try and extract all the data into text, but it would miss a bunch of the data points and end up with weird numbers.

Thanks for your help. I tried the Trace tool in VCAD but couldn't manage to figure it out unfortunately. First time messing with this stuff, I'm learning. I calibrated the axes for both datasets and traced phase and impedance separately (this time with different colors) and I am now seemingly...

I've managed to have it locate the data points of the impedance and phase curves, however I'm unsure how to get this data in the correct format needed (Hz, impedance, phase). Can anyone steer me in the right direction?

Apologies for a potentially stupid question - how do you download the speaker impedance into a text file to be imported to the program? I've downloaded VCAD and loaded the project provided but can't find any impedance data on spinorama.org to download. Or do you have to manually input everything...

That's an awesome lineup. Curious what you think of the ELXs, definitely report back with your findings. I've been tempted to buy the Sierra 1 V2s on numerous occasions. If you ever get tired of the F35/F36s I'd be happy to take them off your hands! As long as they're black...I love the white...

Ouch. I didn't know my ears could hurt just from looking at a graph.

I've been eyeing the F35s for my living room for a while now...why aren't the black ones on sale too...:( Good on you for not trying to justify the 226s into being better because they cost more. If they sound just as good to you in an unsighted comparison, keep the cheaper ones! If I recall...

Spot on. As an experiment, someone should build a very fancy looking, but absolutely horribly measuring amplifier, call it Exquisite Nirvana or something, advertise a $3999 price, send it out to those subjective reviewers and watch them praise it just to prove how untrustworthy their "golden"...

Watching movies in 2025 Step 1: turn up the volume because you can't hear anything anyone is saying Step 2: blow out your eardrums because of an explosion and immediately turn down the volume Step 3: repeat

There is an error in your interpretation of them. KEFs have a narrower directivity; however, it is more consistent across frequencies. This allows you to move off-axis and still hear the same sound. Most KEF coaxials actually benefit from a reflective room. If you've ever listened to a KEF...

Elac DF63s are a really good option especially if you're not planning to add a sub. They measure very well for the money and have good low-end extension. Leaves you $700 for an amp. I'd recommend a WiiM Amp Pro for the PEQ, but I'm guessing you need a phono stage. Factory refurbished A-S801 is...

I personally would. I have a pair of 305s also for DJ duties and they are great, but they won't fill up the room like the 308s will. Listening to rock and pop you'll appreciate having some more low-end extension. I haven't heard the 306s, but from reading their review those are a good buy also...

The JBL is a better speaker (more linear, extends lower) but the M-Audio seems to be a bit cheaper. I'd personally go for the JBL if you can afford it. I'd have to guess these are all outside OP's budget, even used. I agree coaxials would be good though hence why I recommended the Q150.

There is a couple of things to keep in mind. You said you want to fill the room with sound as much as possible. Speakers with wider directivity will do that, however, you will also have more (potentially nasty) reflections off the ceiling/floor/walls, which will negatively impact the sound. I'm...

Kef Q150 with a Fosi V3 (or similar) amp. Good constant directivity from the coaxial so you can move around freely and should sound good in a small room. You will definitely want a subwoofer at some point though, at which point you'll have to upgrade your amp again. It's always better to stretch...

This reminds me of the door handles in a BMW E9x. Anyone that had one of those in a hot climate will know what I'm talking about. After enough exposure to the heat, they became sticky rubber soup.

That's a no-brainer for the money. They cost $700 here in the US.

Since these DF63 measurements look good, would the DF53 also be a pretty safe bet? I'm in the market for some smaller towers and really can't decide between the DFR52 and DF53. The DBR62 bookshelves are some of my favorite speakers (and therefore I'm assuming the DFR52s will be just as good)...

Imagine if all of today's so-called audio "experts" would have to do blind tests of the speakers they review. Consumers would get a lot more useful buying advice... Infinity seems to have been ahead of their time back in the day. I never knew they made stuff this good until recently people...