Altec Lansing vs. Cornwall

[tromprof]

Any experience/opinions on Altec Lansing stuff? I might have the chance to buy a pair of 9846-8A studio monitors (pro version of the Barcelona). I have only heard a pair of VOTT once but not in ideal circumstances. They seem from what I have read elsewhere to be somewhat similar to Cornwalls, but of course on the Altec forums much, much better. They are a couple of hours from my house and would like some feedback before taking the trip.

Thanks

[Coytee]

They seem from what I have read elsewhere to be somewhat similar to Cornwalls, but of course on the Altec forums much, much better

You mean the nice folks on the Altec forum are biased?

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I've never heard them so I can't make an intelligent comment. (though I can bash on them for being biased!) [<)] [*-)]

If the price is good, you could always grab them and give them a whirl in your home. If you love them, keep 'em and if you don't, sell 'em.

I'm originally from Hamilton.

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[tromprof]

The seller now wants $1500 for them! I think I will look for a nice pair of Cornwalls instead []

[jason str]

In general the Altecs will have better mid range and the Cornwall will produce more bass.

Both have their own qualities, if you get a chance to hear them both your choice will be easy, pick the ones that sound best to you.

[DanO55]

Nothing wrong with owning both. Both have outstanding qualities.