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Hi-Fi Audiophile Bookshelf Speaker: X-LS Encore, Rated 5-star from audiofi.net
TSfx20
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Jan 8 2015, 07:22 PM
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QUOTE(killdavid @ Jan 8 2015, 05:57 PM) Thanks for the tip. I am a beginner who is trying to move from active speakers. What gauge of speaker cables do you recommend to use with Encore ? Any good speaker cable will do the job. Make sure you get at least 14awg, high purity copper cable. If possible, get the highest number of strands and get the one which has the silicone in the middle.
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hng
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Feb 6 2015, 02:27 AM
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I got the XLS Encore from Acoustique System after some audition done, but I was told that the X-CS is not available. Is that possible to make that happened? It is kind of dissapointing really knowing I have to pay the extra charges for shipping which the single center speaker cost almost as much as a pair of XLS encore, without even have the chance to try it out.
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TSfx20
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Feb 6 2015, 10:51 AM
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QUOTE(hng @ Feb 6 2015, 02:27 AM) I got the XLS Encore from Acoustique System after some audition done, but I was told that the X-CS is not available. Is that possible to make that happened? It is kind of dissapointing really knowing I have to pay the extra charges for shipping which the single center speaker cost almost as much as a pair of XLS encore, without even have the chance to try it out. Hi there, first, we would like to thank you for your interest in our products. Secondly, we apologize for the disappointment you had have. Since last December, we worked out with Acoustuque System to minimize the shipping cost only for XLS Encore. However, we have not concluded anything on X-CS at the moment and I will try my best here to make it happened. Thanks.
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foon85sam
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Feb 27 2015, 02:30 AM
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Getting Started
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QUOTE(fx20 @ Dec 2 2014, 04:22 PM) BTW, we are working on a really good amp in USA right now, it is 200w each channel, with optional bluetooth streaming and 5-band equalizer. Preliminary test was mind blowing. It is a perfect match for Encore. Priced around USD500-600. this one got price already??
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TSfx20
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Apr 27 2015, 12:56 PM
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Another XLS Encore Review from a pal at Audio Circle who paired this great speaker with First Watt amp. https://www.newrecordday.com/first-watt-f6-power-amplifier/The video is here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pdw7esZBbXEThis post has been edited by fx20: Apr 27 2015, 12:57 PM
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TSfx20
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Apr 27 2015, 01:11 PM
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Another owner from Audio Circle, "In anticipation of adding ceiling mounted surround speakers when I add a Dolby Atmos/DTS X enabled processor to my home theater, I had Ruben of Out of the Woods build 4 GR Research XLS Encore speakers. Originally, I ordered the kits, including no-rez and tube connectors from Danny, and planned to build them myself. After some 'false starts', I realized that they were not going to turn out satisfactorily if I built them, so I had Ruben build them in satin black. Of course, he did an excellent job, and I'm much happier with the results compared to what I could have done myself. Plus he is near me. So after receiving them, I swapped them in place of my LS9s, temporarily mounted on cardboard boxes at approximate ear height. I guess my initial reaction was total shock in how good these 'little' XLS speakers sound!"
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hushymushy
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Apr 28 2015, 09:50 PM
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mine might be coming soon....hehehehe
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TSfx20
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Apr 29 2015, 10:51 AM
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QUOTE(hushymushy @ Apr 28 2015, 09:50 PM) mine might be coming soon....hehehehe You want the XCS bundle?
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hushymushy
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Apr 29 2015, 11:12 AM
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now you are just being a poisonous....
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TSfx20
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Apr 29 2015, 07:50 PM
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QUOTE(hushymushy @ Apr 29 2015, 11:12 AM) now you are just being a poisonous.... There are a few customers bought XCS recently and they told me there are not many sealed 6.5" MTM around (especially center speaker), and the XCS is by far worth its value with is superb acoustics. I ve never thought about this before as most of the customers bought a pair for LR. Not being poisonous, just share what I have discovered though.
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silentsunami
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May 21 2015, 06:29 PM
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QUOTE(fx20 @ Jan 7 2015, 12:36 PM) At the moment, only ash black/matte black. Other finishes you need to add in at least RM300. I got a limited piano black/white. If you want, I can spare 1 pair for you. Friend, we are very transparent on price, no hidden cost. We don't do interconnects. If you want a good value ones, I strongly recommend you www.monoprice.com. Bro, you know how to get Monoprice speaker in Malaysia? Other than shipping from US
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TSfx20
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May 22 2015, 05:15 AM
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QUOTE(silentsunami @ May 21 2015, 06:29 PM) Bro, you know how to get Monoprice speaker in Malaysia? Other than shipping from US Besides shipping, you can visit Grand Canyon and bring them alone while fly back. Those speaker's quality are on par with the speaker you found in "HT in a box". It is a good value speaker if you just want something louder than your TV. If you are really serious into this hobby, I suggest you to look in audiophile grade ones which can prove too last much longer with pleasant experience.
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-kytz-
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Oct 12 2015, 08:00 PM
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How does this compare to the Hivi/Swan M200 Mk 2/3 ?
To be honest, I don't have much listening experience with bookshelf speakers but I bloody love the quality of it. Kinda blown away by the Hivi speaker...
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Sop.qiqi
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Oct 12 2015, 08:49 PM
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Hello I am looking to jump from headfi to hifi and X-LS looks very promising. How does it sound if I use it as a desktop speaker? OP mentioned the speaker should be placed at least 1 feet away from the wall but my desk is kinda small. I am currently using Tiny Tube DAC which only have a pre-amp out and I dont have any amps. Do you think I'll be fine with X-LS?
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TSfx20
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Oct 12 2015, 09:32 PM
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QUOTE(-kytz- @ Oct 12 2015, 08:00 PM) How does this compare to the Hivi/Swan M200 Mk 2/3 ? To be honest, I don't have much listening experience with bookshelf speakers but I bloody love the quality of it. Kinda blown away by the Hivi speaker... We have never compared to M200 on par. But we did compare to kef q300, monitor audio's, usher 520, and you will never regret with Danny's XLS encore. This post has been edited by fx20: Oct 12 2015, 09:37 PM
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TSfx20
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Oct 12 2015, 09:36 PM
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QUOTE(Sop.qiqi @ Oct 12 2015, 08:49 PM) Hello I am looking to jump from headfi to hifi and X-LS looks very promising. How does it sound if I use it as a desktop speaker? OP mentioned the speaker should be placed at least 1 feet away from the wall but my desk is kinda small. I am currently using Tiny Tube DAC which only have a pre-amp out and I dont have any amps. Do you think I'll be fine with X-LS? You can use Encore as desktop speaker if you have big table, but I think it is kind of bulky as these speaker is not small. As these speeker is rear ported, so you need at least 1 feet clearance to the wall so the the bass is not boomy. With preamp, you definitely need an power amp to drive the speaker. But you can get a TP60 which sound really good with the speaker.
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TSfx20
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Oct 12 2015, 09:40 PM
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Some updates. XLS Encore vs Usher S-520
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cosmicmeadow
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Oct 12 2015, 10:12 PM
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Getting Started
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I have been using a pair of XLS-Encore with TP-60 amp for the past few months. I highly recommend the same for anyone looking for a bookshelf setup. The bass is excellent... if you close your eyes, you'd think there's a sub-woofer there somewhere. I play audio and HD movies. Down sampled HD audio sounds very good, if the source is of good quality (high bitrate).
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TSfx20
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Oct 12 2015, 10:48 PM
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QUOTE(cosmicmeadow @ Oct 12 2015, 10:12 PM) I have been using a pair of XLS-Encore with TP-60 amp for the past few months. I highly recommend the same for anyone looking for a bookshelf setup. The bass is excellent... if you close your eyes, you'd think there's a sub-woofer there somewhere. I play audio and HD movies. Down sampled HD audio sounds very good, if the source is of good quality (high bitrate). I am glad you like the setup, it is indeed of the best speaker I ever owned. The XLS Encore really performs beyond price and brand, yet it is so affordable that some still doubt about it, hahaha.
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-kytz-
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Oct 12 2015, 10:58 PM
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I don't have a fairly good DAC to pair with it. Only a lousy Xonar U1 lol.
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