Thanks to Chris Bell: and who says Allaes don't do bass?

Posted by: bec143 on 29 December 2003

First of all- much thanks to Chris Bell for allowing Seattle Naimophiles to enjoy his generous hospitality. In addition to his terrific system, Chris also has a top-notch music collection, as well as a superb listening room.

Although Chris is in between speakers, he had some loaner Allaes set up. Anyone who thinks that these speakers lack bass have not heard Gerry Mulligan meet Ben Webster courtesy of Chris' CDS3-552-500.

Bruce
Posted on: 29 December 2003 by yaman
As the new proud owner of a pair of Allaes I have to add Allaes have the deepest and cleanest bass I have ever heard (ok I never had a top notch system but the long road lies ahead). The point is, the bass of the Allae depends very much on the recording. If it is in the recording just sit back and enjoy (even with CD5/112/150).

Another point is the clarity and the neutrality. The guitars are coming out of the guitar amp, not from the Allaes. Once you get used to this any box in the same price range seems to add coloration. I just wonder where to go to in the next upgrade (dunno yet but most probably SL2)

Yaman
Posted on: 29 December 2003 by Steve Toy
Allæs are a wonderfully transparent speaker from top to bottom. Naim really surpassed themselves with this one. Only 2k too - a steal! Smile



Regards,

Steve.
Posted on: 29 December 2003 by bec143
Well, you do need to stand in the right spot, but it's a very good spot! Wink
Posted on: 29 December 2003 by ET
Yes, I have to agree a very nice evening and a very nice sound. thanks again Chris.
Posted on: 01 January 2004 by connon price
Sorry, Hock,
no pictures were taken that night. But maybe Chris can post a picture of his system now that his DBLs are back in place. Chris?

C