Compactdisco said:
Has anyone had the chance to compare both speakers? There are several reviews out there praising the LS50 but not many reviews on the MA Silver 2. The latter has a 203mm woofer and much bigger in size while ~$400 - $500 cheaper than the LS50 in the US. I wonder if it comes down to different flavors as opposed to an overwhelming sonic superiority (LS50 over the MA Silver 2).
Thanks.
Tricky one to answer directly. It'll boil down to a couple of crucial aspects: Firstly, it'll depend what amp you'll be powering the speakers with. The LS50s need really good amplification IMHO. I would say Roksan Kandy or Creek Evo as an absolute minimum. Secondly, I would suggest the LS50s would be closer to the MA Gold range.
I had a quick dem of the LS50s alongside MA GX100. The MAs were better at rock music but the LS50s were a better all-rounder.
More recently I had a home dem of the LS50s to compare with my PMCs. The LS50 were better in smaller rooms but the PMC IMHO were better compromise.
Hope this helps.