Demo speakers marked down

Danny Richie · « **on:** 22 Nov 2005, 05:50 pm »

I have this set of Criterion's using the G-2si tweeter.

I'll take $600. for the pair.

I also have a pair of them in Maple using the G-2 tweeter.

I'll take $700. for this pair.

I also have a this pair of A/V-2's in a dark Maple.

The enclosures are not without flaws, but still look good. These have Sonicap, are lined with Blackhole 5 etc.

I'll take $550. for the pair.

I also have this pair of A/V-2's in Oak.

This pair is in great condition and also has all the available upgrade options as well. I'll take $600. for the pair. I also have a set of matching stands that I'll throw in for another $150. The stands are normally $249. a pair.

I have a single A/V-2 in Maple that can be used as a center channel (one was lost in shipping).

This one has all upgrades and is in great condition. I'll take $300. for it.

audiojerry · « **Reply #1 on:** 28 Nov 2005, 05:55 pm »

What is the difference between the G2 and G2si?
That Criterion was one sweet speaker

Danny Richie · « **Reply #2 on:** 28 Nov 2005, 07:12 pm »

The G-2si is a lower cost to produce version. The transformer is smaller and less costly to build. Also the element is 10mm shorter on the G-2si version. This actually improves vertical off axis response. This makes it 60mm tall instead of 70mm tall. The standard G-2 has slightly higher sensitivity, so with the G-2si a slightly smaller L-pad could be used. They sound identical.

LFE · « **Reply #3 on:** 28 Nov 2005, 07:15 pm »

What pair has the greatest low freq responce?

Danny Richie · « **Reply #4 on:** 28 Nov 2005, 07:38 pm »

All of these are pretty close in regards to low end response. -3db is in the 55Hz range, but in a typical room you may get something more like mid to upper 40's.

jcoat007 · « **Reply #5 on:** 28 Nov 2005, 08:25 pm »

I posted elsewhere that my father-in-law is looking for a true bookshelf speaker. Something that would actually be placed on a bookshelf. If there is the possibility of a matching center channel, that would be a plus.

How do you think the Criterions would work on a bookshelf?

Any other suggestions?

Danny Richie · « **Reply #6 on:** 28 Nov 2005, 08:59 pm »

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How do you think the Criterions would work on a bookshelf?

They may work just fine if you can get them about 6 to 8" out from the back wall and if they are not closed in on the sides. Otherwise you may have to play with some damping material in the ports.

audiojerry · « **Reply #7 on:** 28 Nov 2005, 09:05 pm »

Quote from: jcoat007

I posted elsewhere that my father-in-law is looking for a true bookshelf speaker. Something that would actually be placed on a bookshelf. If there is the possibility of a matching center channel, that would be a plus.

How do you think the Criterions would work on a bookshelf?

Any other suggestions?

They are ideal bookshelf size, but they are very high-rez and too good for a bookshelf; they deserve quality stands, imho. The Criterions are on a par with ProAc Tablette or Red Rose $1500 - $2100 range.

Danny Richie · « **Reply #8 on:** 30 Nov 2005, 05:11 pm »

Hey Jcoat007,

Another speaker to consider for your application is our A/V-3S. It was designed for just such applications.

http://www.gr-research.com/kits/av3s.htm