Merritt's SoundScape 8's in black satin

jsalk · « **on:** 3 Sep 2012, 06:49 pm »

Merritt wanted a pair of SoundScape 8's in black satin. This finish is somewhat unusual for us.
Most people ordering SoundScape 8's want them in exotic veneers and often them more exotic the better.

So I thought it might nice to show what a pair of these look like in black. Here is a picture...

And a close-up...

Happy listening Merritt!

- Jim

Austin08 · « **Reply #1 on:** 3 Sep 2012, 08:46 pm »

There is nothing wrong with this black satin ss8. I would not mind to own them. Congratulation Merritt.

Tone Depth · « **Reply #2 on:** 3 Sep 2012, 08:53 pm »

The piano finish would look great with a classic grand piano!

Nuance · « **Reply #3 on:** 3 Sep 2012, 11:15 pm »

Black in style!

The SS8's look great in black. Congrats, Merritt, and welcome to the Salk family.

pardales · « **Reply #4 on:** 4 Sep 2012, 03:20 pm »

I like how they look in black.

ratso · « **Reply #5 on:** 4 Sep 2012, 06:31 pm »

me too.

PSB Guy · « **Reply #6 on:** 4 Sep 2012, 06:40 pm »

I love the look of black speakers, that's why I got my SongBirds dyed the way they are (but mine have an open oak grain). Just gorgeous.

Cornelis

PETE6737 · « **Reply #7 on:** 7 Sep 2012, 05:47 am »

That's right up my alley. I am seriously loving those..I just was turned on to Salk speakers yesterday. I never heard of them before then. I spent hours in this forum and the Salk site....Jim, you may get a call soon, drool....

Nuance · « **Reply #8 on:** 7 Sep 2012, 02:23 pm »

Quote from: PETE6737 on 7 Sep 2012, 05:47 am

That's right up my alley. I am seriously loving those..I just was turned on to Salk speakers yesterday. I never heard of them before then. I spent hours in this forum and the Salk site....Jim, you may get a call soon, drool....

Welcome, Pete! Just let us know if we can assist you with anything.

fishinbob · « **Reply #9 on:** 10 Sep 2012, 03:46 pm »

There they are...... (sigh), my dream set. I like most how the appearance of the SS8's drivers become de-emphasized and of course black goes with just about anything.

Congrats Merritt on a great choice all around.

Kwebb · « **Reply #10 on:** 12 Sep 2012, 03:32 am »

I like the black look! Can't go wrong with black. Enjoy them immensely!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Kyle

(W)KRP · « **Reply #11 on:** 14 Oct 2012, 05:48 am »

I kind of want black to match my TV. My current mini-speakers (main speakers) are charcoal and go very well with the TV. Going with a custom finish though, why not if you have the chance.

PETE6737 · « **Reply #12 on:** 14 Oct 2012, 07:27 am »

I can't wait to hear these in Florida this month. I pasted this picture of the black SS8s on my desktop so I can be reminded of what I am working OT to save up money for.....Satin black SS8s................................... ................oops I was just daydreaming about them...Pete

PETE6737 · « **Reply #13 on:** 28 Oct 2012, 04:07 am »

I finally got my chance to hear the SS8s in person and immediately fell in love. I ordered a pair in black just as the pic above. They are awesome! My speaker search is over.

Kwebb · « **Reply #14 on:** 28 Oct 2012, 05:21 am »

Great choice, your a lucky dog!

bogiedr · « **Reply #15 on:** 28 Oct 2012, 08:30 pm »

I am really going to be upset now!! The wife and I took the convertible out of the garage and headed to Palm Harbour yesterday. We met Dr. Hsu and enjoyed a great demo with the subwoofers on display as well as his "bookshelf" speakers which sounded awesome. We then went to the Angel City Audio room and truly enjoyed the Melody tube amp. Their speakers sounded terrific. We then walked into the Epson room and were impressed with the sounds produced by "Battleship". We started it all walking into the Emotiva room and enjoying "Prometheus". I saw the Salk trailer, but did not see the exhibit ...

where was it??? I would have loved to have a listen and maybe blow some cash!! Oh well,maybe next time?

PETE6737 · « **Reply #16 on:** 29 Oct 2012, 12:22 am »

Sorry you missed the room. It was on the first floor, kinda tucked away in the back. I enjoyed the Angel City room as well, and man, what a bargain for those speakers..I was looking to upgrade my 15 year old B&W 803's. I found the Salk SS8s and fell head over heels for them. Maybe you'll be able to hear them if they go to Axpona in 2013. Pete

JerryLove · « **Reply #17 on:** 4 Nov 2012, 11:43 pm »

EMP really stood out for value HT (they had a surround set <$1500); but from the people I spoke with (and IMO), the Salk setup stole the show for sound. Most of Saturday had people (myself included) spending hours just listening.

I was my first chance to hear the Salk speakers. I was very impressed (to the extent that I bought the STSCs)

Austin08 · « **Reply #18 on:** 5 Nov 2012, 11:01 pm »

Quote from: JerryLove on 4 Nov 2012, 11:43 pm

EMP really stood out for value HT (they had a surround set <$1500); but from the people I spoke with (and IMO), the Salk setup stole the show for sound. Most of Saturday had people (myself included) spending hours just listening.

I was my first chance to hear the Salk speakers. I was very impressed (to the extent that I bought the STSCs)

Congratulation Jerry, you are in for a real treat.

ricardojoa · « **Reply #19 on:** 6 Nov 2012, 12:08 am »

Whats so great about the SS8 that people talk about? Can those who listened comment and what drew yoh over and what material you were listening?
Thank you.