Name this open baffle speaker

Nuance · « **Reply #100 on:** 5 May 2008, 12:41 am »

Quote from: Big Red Machine on 4 May 2008, 11:09 pm

They were not in the same room as the HT3 for direct comparison, but Jim says these new ones do not go as deep or have the upper extension of the HT3. But it appeared as if no one cared because a vast majority of folks said the room was the best sounding room at AKFest and really liked the sound of these new speakers. I am hoping for a ribbon tweeter version.

Thanks pal! Hmm, A ribbon version would be amazing! aa

Quote from: nature boy on 4 May 2008, 10:22 pm

Jim,

Here are a few names for possible consideration. BTW, the new
open baffle speakers are just BEAUTIFUL.

Boundless
Nuance
Open Range

NB

Nuance? LOL! Well, for obvious reasons I give that one two thumbs up!

robinje · « **Reply #101 on:** 5 May 2008, 01:44 pm »

How about "Missle" or "Orbiter"???

groovybassist · « **Reply #102 on:** 5 May 2008, 02:00 pm »

How about the "Triomphe"? The shape is similar (though not exact) to the Arc de Triomphe in Paris. Nice speaker!

-Mike

groovybassist · « **Reply #103 on:** 5 May 2008, 02:13 pm »

Since it's shaped like a Gothic Arch, how about "Gothic" or "Notre Dame"?

-Mike

groovybassist · « **Reply #104 on:** 5 May 2008, 02:21 pm »

Or how about "Nonparaille" which is the Medieval form of "nonpareil" (means 'without equal') and was used during the Gothic period?

-Mike

groovybassist · « **Reply #105 on:** 5 May 2008, 02:22 pm »

BrianM: I think we're splitting hairs here. technically they were pointed, but the shape is pretty darn close.

-Mike

groovybassist · « **Reply #106 on:** 5 May 2008, 02:57 pm »

BrianM: Gee and I thought we were asked to put forth ideas - my mistake. I'm glad we all have someone here who can get us back in line.

-Mike

mcullinan · « **Reply #107 on:** 5 May 2008, 03:03 pm »

They make people argue speakers!

Big Red Machine · « **Reply #108 on:** 5 May 2008, 03:03 pm »

We need something that conveys the end. As in you'll not need another pair of speakers because your journey has ended. What's a good word for that, maybe in a gothic or "cathedral-esque" tone???

If you heard them you'd know what I mean.

Nuance · « **Reply #109 on:** 5 May 2008, 03:17 pm »

Quote from: Big Red Machine on 5 May 2008, 03:03 pm

We need something that conveys the end. As in you'll not need another pair of speakers because your journey has ended. What's a good word for that, maybe in a gothic or "cathedral-esque" tone???

If you heard them you'd know what I mean.

A good word for the "end" in a gothic tone would be "death."

Seriously though, if the speakers are that good (which I'm sure they are) then we do need something catchy, perhaps something that pertains to a religious end...like Heaven, Paradise, Ecstasy or Enlightenment.

bpape · « **Reply #110 on:** 5 May 2008, 03:20 pm »

Given the smooth shape, the blending of color on the veneer, and the way (wonderful) it sounded at the show - I'd suggest "Aura"

Bryan

Nuance · « **Reply #111 on:** 5 May 2008, 03:21 pm »

Quote from: chainsdb on 4 May 2008, 10:14 am

How about the Clarity. We already have Veracity.

From Wikipedia: Clarity is the property of being clear or transparent.

Clarity can refer to one's ability to clearly visualize an object or concept, as in thought, understanding, and the "mind's eye", as well as the traditional notion of visual perception, that is, with the actual eyes. Clarity may also refer more broadly to 'perspicacity', the Zen concept of 'no mind', or other terms denoting general clear and unperplexed cognition.

As a technical term of photography and imaging, clarity refers to sharpness and image resolution.

As a technical term of some other fields, such as gemology and brewing, clarity refers to the property of transmitting light with minimal scattering.

I like it!

AliG · « **Reply #112 on:** 5 May 2008, 03:34 pm »

Salk Maldives.... it reminds me of:

Sadly, these islands were severely damaged by Tsunami..

rydenfan · « **Reply #113 on:** 5 May 2008, 03:34 pm »

Quote from: bpape on 5 May 2008, 03:20 pm

Given the smooth shape, the blending of color on the veneer, and the way (wonderful) it sounded at the show - I'd suggest "Aura"

Bryan

I have liked Portal, but I must say Aura is quite nice as well.

Big Red Machine · « **Reply #114 on:** 5 May 2008, 03:37 pm »

How about Tsunami then. That will bring an end to things!

Hard to say: Salk Tsunami is a tongue-twister. Beats a purple herbie though.

godawgs5 · « **Reply #115 on:** 5 May 2008, 05:56 pm »

Here's a list of the names mentioned so far (sorry if missed any, maybe we should bold our suggestions so they stand out). There are some real contendors out there right now! Explanations of the names have been ommitted for simplicity.

Mitre
Bishop
The Waimea
Wave-rider
Cathedrals
Open Cathedrals
Rocchetta
Arche
Arcus
Sonic Markers
Bell Towers
TRIOB
Air
WindSong
WindChime
Spire
Summit
Meridian
Twin Spires
Salk Portals
A93's
Airche
Parabola
Leonora
Horus
Aten
Song Monuments or Music Monuments
Salk Sanctum
Salk Aperto's
Salk Harbinger's
Salk Zypher's
Salk AirWaves
Salk Enclave
OpenAir
Westminster" or "Canterbury"
Songbursts
Kaleo
SoundBoard
Open Portal
Betty
Hang Ten's
Salk Bullit
Temptress
Prodigal
Ambrosial
Salk Chevalier
Music Marker, The Musical Mark, The Scepter of Sound"
The Warrior. Athena.The Chief
Tombstone
Mathias
The Pipelines
North Shore
Stargate's
Spry 1, EZ Drivers, Radiance
Viper Clone
Caliber
The MOB or OMB-1
The Obbie
Clarity
Boundless
Nuance
Open Range
Missle" or "Orbiter
Triomphe
Salk OB Portals
Nonparaille
Aura
Salk Maldives

Nuance · « **Reply #116 on:** 5 May 2008, 06:14 pm »

Quote from: bpape on 5 May 2008, 03:20 pm

Given the smooth shape, the blending of color on the veneer, and the way (wonderful) it sounded at the show - I'd suggest "Aura"

Bryan

Very nice!

I vote for:

Bishop
Portal's
Clarity
Aura

Thanks for making the list, godawgs.

SwedeSound · « **Reply #117 on:** 5 May 2008, 06:49 pm »

"Abierto" -- which means "open" in Spanish.

Or "Sesame" -- as in "open sesame"

groovybassist · « **Reply #118 on:** 5 May 2008, 06:52 pm »

Or "Complet", which is French for "complete".

godawgs5 · « **Reply #119 on:** 5 May 2008, 07:59 pm »

Quote from: Nuance on 5 May 2008, 06:14 pm

Quote from: bpape on 5 May 2008, 03:20 pm
Given the smooth shape, the blending of color on the veneer, and the way (wonderful) it sounded at the show - I'd suggest "Aura"

Bryan
Very nice!

I vote for:

Bishop
Portal's
Clarity
Aura

Thanks for making the list, godawgs.

No problem, someone had to make it at some point, I just happen to be bored at work today which is really rare.