VAF Research DC-X Floorstanding Speakers
VAF Research DC-X Floorstanding Speakers
USER REVIEWS
[Apr 20, 1998]
Timothy OConnor
an Audio Enthusiast
These Large floor standing Australian Kit speakers are amazing value at $1400 Aus. With a very high sensitivity of 96db, they are capable of pumping out very high sound levels from modest HT amps. |
[Oct 22, 1998]
Gary Dowling
an Audio Enthusiast
We originally purchased these units to go with a Yamaha RXV-692 sorround sound amplifier and they worked very well, Lots of bass and a nice clean sound.We recently purchased a Unison Research simply two valve amp (approx 12 watts/channell). Initially we thought they were a little too bright but once we fitted decent interconnects from the CD player (AMC CD-8a) and Bi-wired the speakers they sounded superb and had excellent sound staging. Teamed up with the right equipement these speakers are really good value, especially if you build them youself. |
[Feb 25, 2000]
bruce lamb
Audio Enthusiast
Strength:
Very sentisive,94db/watt. No crossover colouration.
Weakness:
They are such good value I got another pair for rear duties on DVD and possible DVD Audio! I started the Vafs on Arcam Alfa 8 amp(50W)and heard a really big sound,clipping only on 3/4 voloume with big orchestral work. As my equipment improved the DC-X were more than up to producing the sound-stage and imaging required.Krell 300i with Arcam Alfa 8SE HDCD CD player was STUNNING!! But it was only when i conected the Audible Illusions Modulus 3 Pre-Amp That the claritiy of valves through the DC-X really excelled. I run Martin Login Monolith 3 through the Modulus with a Carver 760-AX driving them.The DC-X supply 120 Hz and below.This is no mean feat keeping up with electrostatics!!As a full range speaker they are the closest to the transperency of electrostatic speakers i have ever heard.If you want excellent speakers that give $5000.00 speakers a run for there money ,this is them. |
[Jun 08, 2000]
Graham Hodgson
Audio Enthusiast
Strength:
Price,sound,built really well.
Weakness:
ERMM?? Because VAF only sell from their showroom in Adelaide its pretty hard to demo them. But interstate Aussies should think about spending a weekend here and have a demo at the same time.You'll save money on other brands AND get a holiday! These speakers are without a doubt exceptional value for money ($Aus 1300 as a kit with cabinets).VAF do not retail through stores so, it seems that they can be more than competetive with their pricing. Similar Products Used: Demo'ed heaps of gear but after hearing these, the choice was pretty simple really. |