AKBman Posted August 27, 2013 Share Posted August 27, 2013 Just a quick writeup on my perceived differences between the original Al crossover in my La Scalas, and the refurbished AL-3s that are on loan. The mids and highs are much more vibrant and pronounced now, whereas with the AL type, the bass seemed to be very prominent, now the speakers are well balanced. The clarity and precision of sound reproduction is incredible, these speakers are better than when they were new in 1989. I have played everything from country to jazz, pop to hard rock, classical to bagpipes, it has vastly improved my listening experience! I look forward to trying the Super AAs on for size. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marvel Posted August 27, 2013 Share Posted August 27, 2013 with the AL type, the bass seemed to be very prominent... On LaScalas, right? Just kidding, really, but hardly anyone thinks LaScalas have prominent bass. I though the bass was very weak on mine when using ALs. Glad the ones on loan are working out, and I'm sure you will love the Super AAs. Bruce Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AKBman Posted August 27, 2013 Author Share Posted August 27, 2013 Bruce, I think the mids and highs presence with the ALs was so weak, it made it seem like the bass was more prominent. Not being a subwoofer kind of fellow, I'm really digging the sound now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marvel Posted August 27, 2013 Share Posted August 27, 2013 I don't use a subwoofer either, and with my newer crossovers, thought the mids were a little too prominent. I changed taps and brought down the mids a little and the balance seems very good to me now. For me there is plenty of bass but certainly not overwhelming. Bruce Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AKBman Posted August 27, 2013 Author Share Posted August 27, 2013 These sound great, such an improvement. I can see why people upgrade their tweeters, it was hard for me to imagine any better sound, but I'm a believer now. I have used other speakers, but I am so glad I never let these go, I have always come back to the La Scalas for their sound quality. I will be looking into the tweeter upgrade after I take the crossover plunge, and then the saving will proceed towards a tube amp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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