RSII's vs Kappa 7's

[Sundance49er]

I had a pair of RS II's back in the day and they were the best speakers I've ever owned. I've been looking to pick up another pair and have also been looking at a pair of Kappa 7's. Anyone have experience with both that can offer a comparison? If so, which would you choose and why?

 

[StimpyWan]

I heard the Kapa 7's, years ago, when originally released. At the time, I compared them to the Kappa 6's and 8's. Of the 3 Kappa models, I liked the 6's and 8's, but not the 7's. The 12" woofers in the 7's, did not blend as well, into the midrange, as those other speakers. Too thick and heavy. Slower sounding, not as quick in tone, poorer transient response. While not having heard the RS II's, I've heard similar planar magnetic speakers, and would definitely prefer those to the Kappa 7's (IMO).

Good luck.

 

[bruhl001]

I found the Infinity Crescendo series (CS3007=K7)to be just as good as the Kappa Series without the headaches and premium $.