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I've been the owner of a pair of Boston Acoustics CR-8s for a number of years. I am a newbie to this hobby, so during all that time, I keep trying out and even purchasing other speakers in the same price range just to get that tiny bit of improvement in performance. NHT SuperOnes, Paradigm Mini MK III and Mini-Monitors, JBL HLS-610, Tannoy M1 and M2, B&W 601, 602, and 302, Infinity RS2000.3, Energy C-2, Klipsch SB-2, etc...they all came and went. In the end, it was the Boston CR-8s that gave me the best sound for my money.

These speakers are excellent buy for $350.00. The mids/highs are smooth and extended, while seamlessly crossing over to the upper bass. Hard to describe the sound, but very transparent. Despite being a rear-ported speaker, the CR-8s' bass is quick and tight....unlike the Paradigm Mini-Monitors I tried in my room. Imaging is excellent; try Dire Strait's "Brothers In Arms", especially the imported remastered version, and you will be blown away by this speaker's performance. On some recordings, the CR-8s may sound a touch on the bright side, but I don't know yet whether it's my electronics or the recording. Originally I was thinking of adding a powered subwoofer, but in my small room, the CR-8s are quite enough.

I am currently in the process of replacing all my electronics, so the Bostons may actually improve upon its already impressive performance. I purchased mine new-in-box for $230.00/pair, but even at $350.00/pair, the Boston CR-8s are definitely a Best Buy.


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Topic - REVIEW: Boston Acoustics CR8 Speakers Review by Soundboy at Audio Asylum - Soundboy 01:10:46 05/22/00 ( 0)