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Could you elaborate on your experience with the LX?
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Ascend Sierra-1 V2 Speaker Review
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I second that.. looking to get the LX over these 1 V2's but don't see a lot of reviews
In case you hadn't seen it, 24 page LX thread here on ASR. Agreed though that there do not appear to be formal reviews of this one yet.
Ascend Acoustics Sierra LX Review
The LX's arrived yesterday and I have listened to them for a good 4 hours. Definitely not enough time to really bring out what these are capable of, but nonetheless, I am impressed. They are large for bookshelf speakers, each one is about 20 pounds and hasabout 14.25 inches of height. They...
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I'm going to venture a few educated guesses on the Sierra-1 V2 vs LX vs LS50 (either version) situation.
Just looking at the vertical dispersion graphs LS50 is best, Sierra-1 V2 next and LX third. This should not be surprising as coaxial designs generally have better vertical dispersion and a 5" mid woofer 2-way will be slightly better than a 6" design. Remember, many frequency response problems can be fixed, but dispersion is baked in.
The ascend speakers have about 2db lower sensitivity than the LS50's. However the LX has about 5 dB better power handling. It should be able to play 3 dB louder than the LS50 while the Sierra-1 V2 would be about the same. The LX should be less likely to be damaged if hooked up to a powerful amp.
The LX has a much better measured low frequency performance (extension and distortion) than the other two meaning a lot more people would be satisfied without the complication of a subwoofer.
As compared to KEF, Ascend speakers have a much flatter measured frequency response meaning they would probably be a more satisfying speaker for those who do not want to bother with EQ. While many or most ASR members use EQ, most audiophiles do not use EQ.
The LS50 has an odd cyclops look to it. Either you like it or you don't. Ascend speakers are more conventional in appearance.
I'm going to guess if I went from LS50's (non meta) with EQ and Subs in a room which is at the small end of medium to the LX, the main things I would notice are improved dynamic range, somewhat cleaner mid bass especially because I could lower the crossover from 100 Hz to 70 or 80 Hz, and a different appearance. With either the tweeters are close enough to ear level to mostly negate differences in vertical dispersion. I would also be about $1,600 poorer but could maybe get $500 for my old LS50's.
I believe those are the high points. Maybe I missed something important. If so, let's hear about it. Remember, these are guesses and not claims.
Just looking at the vertical dispersion graphs LS50 is best, Sierra-1 V2 next and LX third. This should not be surprising as coaxial designs generally have better vertical dispersion and a 5" mid woofer 2-way will be slightly better than a 6" design. Remember, many frequency response problems can be fixed, but dispersion is baked in.
The ascend speakers have about 2db lower sensitivity than the LS50's. However the LX has about 5 dB better power handling. It should be able to play 3 dB louder than the LS50 while the Sierra-1 V2 would be about the same. The LX should be less likely to be damaged if hooked up to a powerful amp.
The LX has a much better measured low frequency performance (extension and distortion) than the other two meaning a lot more people would be satisfied without the complication of a subwoofer.
As compared to KEF, Ascend speakers have a much flatter measured frequency response meaning they would probably be a more satisfying speaker for those who do not want to bother with EQ. While many or most ASR members use EQ, most audiophiles do not use EQ.
The LS50 has an odd cyclops look to it. Either you like it or you don't. Ascend speakers are more conventional in appearance.
I'm going to guess if I went from LS50's (non meta) with EQ and Subs in a room which is at the small end of medium to the LX, the main things I would notice are improved dynamic range, somewhat cleaner mid bass especially because I could lower the crossover from 100 Hz to 70 or 80 Hz, and a different appearance. With either the tweeters are close enough to ear level to mostly negate differences in vertical dispersion. I would also be about $1,600 poorer but could maybe get $500 for my old LS50's.
I believe those are the high points. Maybe I missed something important. If so, let's hear about it. Remember, these are guesses and not claims.
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@Labjr:I finally hooked the units up. Set up at the moment is: Spotify > Ifi Audio ZEN Streamer > Topping DAC DX7 Pro > Fosi v3 Mono power amps > Ascend Sierra-1 v2.
Sound is very nice. Bass is deeper than I expected, overall very transparant and balanced. A really good speaker, certainly for the money.
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Is there a trusted dealer for Ascend Acoustics speakers in Europe?
Also are these AA Sierra LX or Sierra 1 V2 speakers a nice upgrade from my wharefedale speakers?
Also are these AA Sierra LX or Sierra 1 V2 speakers a nice upgrade from my wharefedale speakers?
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From the UK, I had to buy direct from Ascend a couple of years ago. UPS, import taxes etc.
From Germany and same as @DavidEdwinAston. Bought the Sierra 1 V2 and now I wanna try the LX haha
It's that good huh?
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Take the price difference and add a sub (same tweeter).
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Which tweeter is best for near listening?
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How near?
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1m or 40 inch.
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Why not a point source speaker in that case? Loudspeaker with coax or full-range/broadband elements.
Perhaps one of Genelec's or KEF's coaxials?
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Looks like people are wanting that LX review amir 
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I didn't make it clear. I bought the LX. And am loving them.
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These 3 speakers have the same cabinet size so they should all fit on my desktop.
I am still not sure if the Sierra 1 V2 speaker would be an upgrade for my wharefedale diamond 12.1 speakers since they also have a 5" woofer.
I am still not sure if the Sierra 1 V2 speaker would be an upgrade for my wharefedale diamond 12.1 speakers since they also have a 5" woofer.
- SIERRA-1 V2 PAIR - 5,25" woofer
- SIERRA-2EX V2 - 6" woofer
- SIERRA-LX - 6" woofer
What would you be looking to achieve/improve by switching? I daresay that woofer size is of less importance in a desktop situation vs more conventional setups, though loud volume is still loud volume if you are looking for that.
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I want the voices to sound better with more emotion. I'm not sure if this is possible
. I've already listened to the Evoke 10 and AE500 speakers and they sounded better. But i cannot test the Sierra speakers here in Europe.Similar threads
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