Speaker review ! Poor man's Buchardt S400 & Dynaudio Special 40

[@Jayiyagi]

for more info on our Reviewer info, patreon, and personal interest in our reviews: nbtsmedia.com/about-us/ Missions QX-2 (In Canadian $, but you can still purchase): funallaudio.com/canadian-store-new-beta#!/Mission-QX-2-Bookshelf-Speakers/p/224961286/category=51636361 Contact for USD (or other currency) conversion or questions: [e-mail] Tekton Lore review: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r3Ssm2CdbZuInqc Triangle BRO3 review: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJi8ZY2JnNCfhtk Dynaudio Special 40 review: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sHSyl3qjismboNE Buchardt S400 review: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j5_Fq6JteZmnask

[@lextr3110]

nice can you test a pair of mission qxc center on top of 2 smallest rel subwoofer? :) should be a step up maybe also wonder with qx1

[@acmuscravageur3627]

Excellent review!!!! I was ready to invest on Dynaudio or b&w 706s2 and happened to demo the Mission…….oh hhhh my what a hidden gem!!!! What a built!!!! What a price!!!!!…….i used them with Rotel Ra 1520,Hegel h95 and Cambridge audio ca x81 and the sound was way over their price! Unbelievable!! So spot on review!!! I never thought about mission and i was totally wrong! Thanks

[@acmuscravageur3627]

Ps……That bass…..Sooooo low how they do it!?!?!

[@DougMen1]

Mission is owned by IAG, which also owns Wharfedale, Quad, Audiolab, and Castle, and their director of engineering is legendary speaker designer Peter Comeau, designer of many iconic speakers over the last several decades. One of his latest projects, after the great success of modern versions of the legendary Wharfedale Denton and Linton, is to do the same with the legendary Mission 770, and create a new modern version of that speaker.

[@warfam_clan6933]

I'm from the UK and over the years have owned various Mission speakers. Up until a few years ago, Mission was on its A-Game but of recent somethi9ng has not been quite right. The QX-2 shows that they are back. Let me tell you one thing about Mission. When they make a really good speaker like the QX-2, they absolutely knock it out of the park. It will be head and shoulders above all contenders in its price category and above. I really hope that this is the case because I do like the Mission speaker philosophy and they should be right up there with KEF, Tannoy, and Monitor Audio as truly great British speaker manufacturers. Excellent review by the way!

[@aworminmybook8234]

back in the day, missions were well known in the u.s. they had a very good reputation.

[@unklsnappy]

Will never get rid of my Mission 780 Mk2 Argonauts

[@fhester44]

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[@earlismarks7108]

You are exactly right Mission was appreciated back then...

[@gratmatassa5432]

@@unklsnappy agree your speakers the Renaissance's & the Freedom's excellent product line from Mission.

[@snowrang3r657]

You mention that it doesn't really get good until you put some volume into it. Would love to see a video on your favorite speakers for low level listen.

[@Paris-gi9un]

Ι'm really very excited that you review this Mission speaker! I just bought last month the tower version of the series, the QX-4 at the same exact color! I was searching about 6 months to find my best choice. I listened to many tower speakers like Triangle BRO 7-8, KEF Q550, Klipsch, Audio Physic, Audio Vector, ELAC , FOCAL, S&B, all inside a budged of 800-1500eu (new and used or demo). All of them really great speakers but finally I ended up choosing the QX-4. There were no review in the youtube and I was very eager to find one and now I'm very happy that this comes especially from you. I said to myself let's see what Jay has to say . Were the things I listen to and choose the speaker for "true" or it was just a first impression of a rookie. And yes you just described what I listened too. Mid range clear, emotional with articulation, top end detailed, refined and a little smooth that makes the speaker forgiving to poor recordings and more musical. The soundstage is large and behind the speakers. Build quality is excellent! Let me add one more thing about the budget speaker issue that you said. The dealer told me that Mission's strategy to gain a higher market sear led the company to price this range of speaker lower than it's real price. In the near future they will raise the price (of the new series) to the normal standards for the quality.

[@sivagurupathamvadivelu680]

Mission has always had a strong presence in the budget speaker segment in the UK and in Malaysia. They are good speakers. A lot of us started our hi-fi journey on Missions. They also produced a great little integrated amp called Cyrus shaped like a shoe box.

[@clk25120]

Cyrus and Mission are now split up. I have both from the 90s and still have them till now.

[@gratmatassa5432]

i had a pair of 760i & Cyrus 2 (toggle) good little all rounder & the imaging was superb it was a Mission trait even then, good memories

[@ProjectOverseer]

I'm from the UK 🇬🇧 I remember mission as a true British company. Back in the 1980 my first real HiFi speakers were Mission 770's ... Amazing at the time, and even now would give a good few so called high end speakers a run for their money. It's good to hear/see that mission are still cutting it with quality sound and value. Great review 👍

[@057Spy]

I have had Mission Speakers for nearly 15 years, I started with the MV range on an Onkyo TX SR309, it was my first home theatre system and it really blew peoples socks off despite being just over £1,000. Now I have two Mission and Audiolab combos: QX3s on an Audiolab 6000A, and QX5s on the MDAC Plus and 8300XP; I could not be happier! Mission and Audiolab play very well together. I absolutely agree that they need some volume and power to get going, but they sound phenomenal once they do. Despite being a home theatre enthusiast for ages and only making the switch to Hi-Fi last year, I am constantly impressed by these combos. They give me pretty much everything I want for both music and movies. If you are interested in the QX2 go for it, you won't be disappointed, but I absolutely recommend the floor standers.

[@PGHJR002]

Jay, you have become the reviewer for non-technicians, consumer friendly, not science(analytics) obsessed.

[@RennieAsh]

I like the science :) It can tell quite a bit about the speaker imo. But most people aren't really that way inclined.

[@chrisvinicombe9947]

£279 in the uk. Mission always heavily discounted in the home market (dispite being Chinese made these days). The QX5 in particular intrests me.

[@057Spy]

I have the QX3 and the QX5, they are both amazing. As long as you can give the QX5 at least 75 to 100 Watts of good power you won't be disappointed.

[@markhughes4164]

I purchased some from Peter tyson at 275 brand new, I was thinking of changing them for the kef ls50 but there is not enough difference so sticking with me missions 👍

[@RogerMillerInVA]

This is the first time I’ve seen your stuff ... You’re very, very good! I don’t know if I’ve ever heard descriptions as clear and coherent as yours.

[@milagroscaviglia5034]

Great review!!!Wharfedale,Mission and Quad are fabulous speakers!!!cheers from Argentina!!

[@ramin3080]

Thank you for this video. As someone who has known this brand for years and always remembers it well, I request you to review other models of the QX series.

[@avro66]

My first proper hifi speaker was a mission designe, back in 1989, I've had many since then all have been excellent value for money and quality build and sound.

[@milesdufourny4813]

I've owned various Mission speakers since the early 80's always loved their sound. My first was the LE 700 one of the greatest "bookshelf" speakers ever made, a little more forward than the classic British sound but very coherent and dynamic.

[@gratmatassa5432]

late to the party lol i'm from UK are you referring to the 700 Leading Edge? round about that time i had a Cyrus 1 with KEF Coda lll, I'd seen the Missions at my local dealer & asked if they'd be a good match for my amp which seemed a logical question, so he kindly offered me a pair to try out for the weekend , all i can say is by Monday lunch time i'd part exchanged the KEF's for a pair.

[@michaelmityok1001]

IMHO you might consider discussing crossover design and parts quality when reviewing higher end speakers, and how those factors impact sound signature. Special 40s have 1st order crossovers and high quality components, including bespoke drivers, and you can tell with complex music because they time exceedingly well and remain phase coherent. I have heard Special 40s in many systems, and they are in another league from other bookshelf speakers under 5K because of these factors IF you listen to demanding genres of music and have a resolving system. These Missions must be fantastically good for you to compare them with the Special 40s!

[@parisstromatias637]

All British speakers are wonderful nobody can beat the British in speakers at any price

[@parisstromatias637]

I have the mission m33i with a Creek evolution 2 great sound

[@johnshore3095]

Michael, I have a pair of *original* Acoustic Solutions Eights with 1st order xover on both drivers from Morel. Magical!

[@brydon10]

Shouldn't you put Mission QX-2 somewhere in the title of the video? Thanks for the review. I'm glad to see Mission getting some more acknowledgement on youtube, they've been around for a very long time. The budget LX-2 also received many great reviews a few years ago (5 stars on What-Hifi)

[@damianzaninovich4900]

Those look cool, I would buy them. I have a pair of Mission 753 floorstanders in rosewood made in England from the 80’s. They were a hot item back then but they needed to be close to the wall. I bet these are much better in every way except maximum loudness. Great review.

[@ltsw06]

Bravo! more reviews like this of internationally available products (not just products limited to US/Canada)

[@oluhamilton2121]

Once again, an excellent review.

[@alphaniner3770]

My first speakers were Missions - that was in 1989-90. They were great little budget speakers. In fact, my brother still uses them hooked to a computer.

[@bluerev]

How is the mkII version of this speaker compare to the older one?

[@SuperDaddyruss]

Same design lead as warfedale. The Soundstage on the diamond 12.2 also places the singer behind the stage . I love the trick it plays on your mind so used to hearing singer locked dead center and forward

[@Audiophilesdoteu]

QX-2 is a fine speaker in the pricepoint!

[@eugenebd]

I've had these speakers for around six months and they are Brilliant, i paid £225 in a sale, partnered with an Audiolab 6000a. Jay, you are spot on with the low volume performance for the detail they present which only gets better with volume and vocals are way above price point. They really embarrass a lot of speakers for sound, build quality and looks. Mission really don't get enough attention, i was thinking about getting the QX5 but they haven't got enough review which is annoying as if they sound anything like the QX2 they should be very good. seems like Sound United are really pushing Wharfdale over the sister Mission products. To compare i have a set of DIY Troels Gravesen SB-761 which i made recently which are way above in price and are using SB Acoustics Satori high end drivers and although not quite as good, are for the money really quite some bargain. Well done Jay.

[@vegguerilla]

Running the qx2 mk2s with a rotel a11 tribute..pairs to my ears beautifully..warm,spacious and detailed and controlling low end perfectly...mission are back with a bang without doubt!!!

[@057Spy]

I have the QX3 and QX5 running on a 6000A and MDAC Plus with 8300XP respectively. They sound phenomenal to my ears and absolutely embarrass their rivals.

[@darpanbhuyan1909]

Have both the QX-2 mk-i and QX Mk-ii for my residences. Punch way way above their weight and truly represent the best VFM I have ever come across for a pair of speakers at any price point. They go toe to toe or better my KEF Q350 ad Klipsch RP600M on SQ while having much better build quality! Hats off to Mission!

[@Km15DJ]

I got this speaker a few days ago to match my MF m2si for my small room. Oh my.. what a setup this is..

[@khoi83]

Mission has produced many of the bookshelfs with the woofer on top for a very long time. They call it: Inverted Driver Geometry (IDG)

[@ledgema7686]

Mission used to be well known back in the 80's and could be found in more home audio stores. Some of the older models were manufactured in Canada. I've always liked Mission and have enjoyed their 700 line for my home theatre.

[@bigjay1970]

All I know is I'm getting fed up with a lot of quote" audio system reviewers! But the key here is that I feel the opposite towards you! Keep plugging along I can see your stats are getting better and better!🤗😇

[@hometechadventure4462]

Years ago I had the Mission/Cyrus 780. It had the same woofer on top design but only a 5.25" woofer. It DEFINITELY produced sound way out of its price range. I may look into buying a set in the near future.

[@gratmatassa5432]

were they the one's based on the Mission 760i but with a deeper cabinet? stunning sound with a Cyrus 2/PSX combo.

[@jan-uwehilger8073]

The sonic signature with the deep soundstage, speaker totally disappearing, astonishing deep and tight bass for the size sounds just lile my 80’s mission 780s. This has very much the family resemblance, but seems to be improved lightyears in technology. Just look at the tweeter, the aluminium, ...

[@nuzzy1b]

Finally you have reviewed the qx2, I saw the missions in one's of your videos I think when you did a tour or something and really wanted to know what you thought of the qx2. I have qx2 in rosewood vinyl finish using the audiolab 6000a, I'm enjoying them. There's not many KZbin review videos on this speaker and they can be bought quiet cheap in the UK now.

[@fatihcetin44]

Hallo I have the audiolab 6000a and I want the qx-3, is this a good Match?

[@rob_66]

I had the Mission QX-2 for about 6 months but they didn't "wow me" at all. Ended up selling them and got the Triangle Bro3's instead. Much better, at least in my home...

[@Jayiyagi]

Awesome ! Triangles are great speakers if you like the more fuller sound. Glad you found something you like

[@yogiwp_]

I assume it's lacking excitement in the highs?

[@rob_66]

@@yogiwp_ Yes, but they could sound rolled off and shouty at the same time. It was strange....

[@matsudakodo]

@@rob_66 That suggests the treble response is uneven

[@rob_66]

@@matsudakodo I didn't like the sound of that "budget ringdome" tweeter. Jay mentions that this speaker is coherent. I heard the total opposite, sound was all over the place. I was starting to wonder why they got rave reviews.... Maybe i got a pair that wasn't a 100%? A QC issue?

[@garyizzard839]

These were quite well reviewed in the UK but seem to have disappeared in people's audition lists.

[@garyizzard839]

I can get a set for just 275 gbp.

[@rianredfield5252]

An excellent option from Mission is the lower Lx2 or Lx3 bookshelves. I have both, and like the Qx, they scale well with better gear. Impressive price/performance ratio!

[@siliconnubian3622]

I used to own a Mission Cyrus amplifier and friends owned Older Misprision speakers. Top shelf stuff that's been in production for a long time.

[@lebeltoottoot9212]

Bought these based on your review and it must say I love them your review was spot-on. But why are you the only reviewer that checked these speakers out?

[@gerard3797]

It looks much more like the PSB alpha P5 instead of the Buchardt S400. Speakers that look exactly like the Buchardt are the Amphion Argon speakers, which are also similar priced.

[@DJJASProductions]

Can you comment more on how it compares to the Triangle BRO? I was about to pull the trigger on the Triangle, but now, you have me thinking again.

[@MrRambee]

I went and listened to the Br03 myself right next to the 3030i and bnw 606s2. honestly after watching so many rave reviews I was not impressed with it bro3. It lacked bass, had no texture, the treble wasn't exciting either..which I guess is why people described it as a neutral sound. It just lacked depth. The 606 was the most well rounded overall to me. I've not heard the QX-2 and am deciding between these two.

[@geoffreyvanhouwaert8677]

Hello Jay, you really should get a pair of Isoacoustics Aperta's! I have two pairs and can't live without it anymore...

[@DougMen1]

This line of Mission speakers uses a ring radiator tweeter, like the Polk R series, and is either sourced from Sanspeak/Vifa, or is based on their ring radiator tweeter designs.

[@matejmajzlan7066]

Just bought the mission qx-5's few days ago.....can't wait to listen to them.Never heard them before so that's gonna be a surprise.Hope a good one :)

[@shaunyweavey2470]

The Mission Qx1 is an addictive listen for smaller rooms, £150 .

[@umitahmet4112]

I have the QX1 in a small room and paid 149£ for them Stupidly low price for what you get I power them audiolab 6000a I feel like i need a bit more detail and clarity i will try some DAC and see what happens

[@j-rod6420]

Have fun finding any.

[@thujankrishnakumar3873]

The man of the people!

[@jeronunkoffunk9437]

Hey, sir another awesome review on a good reasonable speaker. Enjoyed this thanx again. I've had a few experiences with earlier mission speakers I found second hand. I do remember seeing them around a bit more back in the day and were very respected. Good to see them still at it! Good work again 🙏🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@CaptainJamesTKirk-en4kt]

I heard they are doing something like Buchardt S400II, they are coming out with the QX-2 MKII, I can't find any of these for sale anywhere here in the US...I believe the new QX-2 MKII are coming soon...

[@SleekBlack82]

Will a Marantz PM5005 Amplifier be able to drive the QX-2?

[@andrewbrazier9664]

Yes if PM5005 is also specified for 4ohm I have the QX2 Mk 2 with Marantz PM6006 45wpc

[@abhs1141]

mission is back after they decided the R&D of mission speakers relocated to the UK instead of china . Now mission re hired the UK engineers to produce the speakers , but the production i still made in china

[@sabarisks]

What about the comparison with Dali Spector 1and Dali zensor 1 ??

[@troyporter287]

Awsome video buddy . Glad you get Mission some praise. Haven't heard many of their speakers . I did hear their bookshelf about 20 years ago at dealer ( might have been Leachmear - probably spelled wrong...They were fantastic !!! 😊 Loved highs and midrange and especially mid-base . Would have been Awsome run of subwoofer with crossover sending 80 or 100 Hz to sub. They had special sound right now don't have descriptive words to explain was probably 20 years ago or more. I loved the sound !!!

[@user-hv5jn5jz8t]

is it better than the kef ls50?

[@EC-ut4dy]

Have you tried them with your Willsenton R8 yet? Thanks for the good review.

[@kjbiz]

Thanks for the heads up on this speaker!

[@Manu-yv1jt]

Can you do a followup to the new Mission QX-2 mkii? Would love to know your opinion on the refreshed version!

[@jackychou3288]

How about the mission QX-5 mk2? Can you give us a review about it?

[@JL-di8rv]

Thanks for the review !

[@andrewtamblyn2191]

Great review Jay, Would the Powernode 2i be a good match for these to make a little all in one system ? Thanks JB

[@Jayiyagi]

Oh hell yea ! Neat little system right there

[@andrewtamblyn2191]

@@Jayiyagi Hey Jay, I was wondering if I could pick your brains I was pretty set on buying the Powernode 2i to match with the mission QX2, Then I stumbled across the Iota VX SA3 and I'm thinking would the SA3 and Node 2i be better for an extra £100 ? The iota is 45 watts and Powernode is 60 watts is class AB more powerful then Class D ? I guess what I'm asking is , If I spend the extra £100 for the separates will I get much better sound quality if any? Or is the Powernode 2i the better choice. Thanks JB

[@peterminartz4992]

Very nice review, another very fun speaker to review is the Tannoy Gold 5 active studio monitors, wich dont look bad and are offcourse active designs. And the best, dual concentric, and very cheap.

[@tomchan2559]

Poor man's Dyna Special 40.... ? You have my attention ! Mission is very well known long long time ago. Probably not for young people in North America.

[@bimmerboy011]

Hi Jay thank you for the excellent review of the Mission QX-2! I bought a store demo pair in the okanagan and it is paired with a YBA Integre DT, the dac is a vintage "microdac" from micromega, and an onkyo 7030 cd player as transport. Is sounding good! and some day a better dac. Cheers!

[@denniszolton]

The Mission 770 was an extremely popular speaker worldwide in, I believe the 80’s.

[@AromaFrank]

How is the Mission vs Evo 4.1 ?

[@MrRambee]

Hi Jay, would vista audio spark 2 work ok with these for near field listening ? I plan to use it at my desktop. Thank you

[@gandoreme]

Following this

[@milagroscaviglia5034]

Hi Jay!Do you have in mind to review some Quad speakers??S1,S2 or Z1,Z2?? thanks

[@ahmadhusaini8420]

Heard this in a demo room at my local audio shop. I have br03 on my own, not sure due to the room or chain setup, my br03 sounds better. Dynamically and clarity.

[@jumpsuite]

misson are the best bang for the bucks i speak from owning older ones there great.

[@davidnewboult6887]

Nice review again, although you have thrown me a curve ball. I had almost decided to purchase the Paradigm Atom se, but would this be a better option, bearing in mind I will be using a Topping PA3 at least for now. My problem is I cannot listen to many speakers here, (Cambodia) although I did manage a listen of the Klipsch rp500m which I liked, but my room is fairly bare and was worried about the treble response with that. It does mean I have to pay quite a bit extra for shipping and taxes so I did not want to make a mistake. The Kef Q150 was another under consideration.

[@khoi83]

I have had some pairs of Mission Speakers... Always like their sound, especially the bookshelfs with their woofer above the tweeter, which is very typical for Mission. Their older (Entry level) floorstanders are less ,,wow,,

[@alexejnemov]

How about reviewing the Gold Planar GL850 AMT driver headphones jusst released in China?

[@DistroUser]

I heard "this loudspeaker" so many times I wasn't sure you were talking about Mission! Otherwise, a great review!

[@dragonstone6594]

Hey Jay, In one of your recent videos (2024) you said this is the best spreaker under $1K. But from my research I'm leaning towards the Bowers & Wilkins 606 S3, that seems to be the best, under $1K. In your opinion should I get the Mission QX-2 Mk II or is it worth paying 200€ more for the B&W?

[@khoi83]

Ask Thomas to review Them too ... :P

[@williamlim8866]

Thanks, Jay. Sound wise, how do they compare with preceding models such as the early 700 series? Any semblance?

[@bennychill7228]

I might just be very wrong, but nothing beat vintage speakers,I went thru endless brands and constantly buying more speakers, vintage speakers are made better when materials arent a a problem,whereas corporates greeds nowadays have everything slapped together as long as they looked good they sell,take them on high gears like when you listen to heavy metals,like when you drive your car on los angeles freeway over 140 per hour,that's when you find out who is the real king, vintage my friends

[@andreheppelthwaite660]

Thanks Jay great review! Are they suited to simpler emotional vocals or dynamic complex orchestral or both, what music do they sound best at? And can they drive the Wilsenton tubes and are they a great match? Or do they require more power from AB or A amps? Thanks 😃

[@geoffreycurrieIII]

these any good with a record player?

[@matsudakodo]

Great review. Wouldn't this be closer to the ELAC DBR62 than the Buchardt S400?

[@brucey8036]

Hello can you do a review on the fluance signature series loudspeakers would be cool thanks

[@TheFrugalAudiophile]

Looks a lot like a PSB alpha speaker to me. Jay, would you say that they are similar in design performance?

[@faisal_sama9763]

The micca rb42 z reviews said its like the buchardt s100 and you need to review q acoustic 3030i

[@Jayiyagi]

you mean s400? I heard the micca rb42 and while it sounded great in it's own way, it sounded nothing like the s400 in any way or fashion but that's just my opinion. And I definitely did not listen to it long enough in a "review setting." I also don't have like 200k subs so what do I know !

[@faisal_sama9763]

@@Jayiyagi no he means if there was an s100 it well be like it

[@Jayiyagi]

@@faisal_sama9763 oh... Well I can't speak to that since there is no s100. Q acoustics is also in my listening list for sure

[@MrWslindsay]

The rb 42's have killer bass and great build quality for their size but the top end is a little too bright. I see where Z went with that comment but the Bucharts aren't anywhere near as bright to my knowledge (at least the s300's for sure).

[@tomlocke7628]

Hi Jay, how do the towers in this series sound? Have you heard the QX 5?

[@stevenswall]

Curious if the measurements would show it being similar to the s400 or if its more of the visual appearance that makes it seem that way.

[@Jayiyagi]

well more so in the bass right. I also thought it had resemblance from upper mids and highs especially with the dynaudio special 40 but there is no resemblance there.

[@stevenswall]

@@Jayiyagi Glad they paid attention to the bass... I don't have much patience for bass light speakers these days, even small ones, after hearing the Phantom Reactor and seeing measurements of the DINAS.

[@matsudakodo]

My guess is the frequency response isn't nearly as smooth but still respectable for the price

[@PraveenPraveen-wt9rn]

What about mission zx-5 towers?

[@shiraz1736]

Just went on the mission site and it says the whole QX line has been discontinued.

[@Morden97]

Hey man.. what do you think about edifier speakers? They're one of the few audio companies that seem worth it that sell their products in my country.

[@LenSaPrinz]

Hi jay I am the beginner I need yr advice or recommendations I looking for barget Dac I am thinking to buy Power Node 2i if not wrong the power node 2i don’t have stereo or if I buy the power note 2i which speaker is suitable for node can I use the mission QX-22 way bookshelf speaker. Or may be I buy the cambridge Audio Azur 851N can I use the mission QX -2 2 way speaker this for yr help,

[@yuuyuutm5041]

If its possible please review these speakers ELAC LK 4000 I have them and cant find a review to see if its worth buying stuff for it (it has not been used for about 30 years).

[@Raymondey]

What about tow in? Whitch position you found the best?

[@Jayiyagi]

slight tow in - for the most part

[@yiasemi]

Sorry guys, it's toe-in (noun) or toe in (verb). I apologise for the school mam in me but I guess Jay needs to know this stuff for future success. Used to own the classic Cyrus 2 shoebox amp and my brother had great Missions that were a lot of speaker for the money, the 707 I think with the woofer on top.

[@jtl2268]

Dear Jay, Just like to say Thank-You as I’ve just bought the Mission QX2, partly due to your recommendation and mostly it’s affordable. I got it for S$560 (US$418), including shipping cost. Agree with you on the low level listening, it sound great. I connect it to SMSL SA300 and it’s very enjoyable.

[@charlieliu007]

How do you find it, compared to Wharfedale Diamond 12.2 or Evo 4.1?

[@dannytantri4413]

How does this compare to the tekton lore that also got a glowing review?

[@citycafe291267]

hi , this speakers are above or under kef q350 and ls50 ? thanks

[@matthewy100]

Enjoyed the review thanks! One question: Is the finish vinyl wrap or wood veneer?

[@Jayiyagi]

I would be very surprised if these were a wrap. Id say veneer

[@epi2045]

Hmmmm $682 USD. A lot of speakers from $400-600 and it’s $82 above the sweet spot of budget speakers.

[@ROLHG]

Hey Jay, a quick question. What kind of amplifier would you recommend for the QX2? I have one myself but my Yamaha A-S501 doesn't sound as good as my SMSL SA300 for some reason. the SMSL has that a little bit more oomph on the bass and the sound seems livelier. I'm looking to get another amp that would be a good match with QX2. Thx in advance!

[@onibon1990]

The Marantz PM 6007 is highly recommended!

[@andrewbrazier9664]

@@onibon1990 Agree I have the QX2 Mk 2 with the previous Marantz PM6006 👍

[@indignato4711]

Hi, would they be fine to listen to rock? Thanks

[@yogiwp_]

Very interesting! Thanks for the review. Do these work placed close to a wall? The S400s seem to work somewhat.

[@Jayiyagi]

I did forget to mention placement but these speakers are not placement sensitive at all. Obviously they are back ported so you want like a bit of distance but these work well fairly close to the wall as well without sounding boomy or out of control

[@petebakke6167]

@@Jayiyagi Hey J great review.. SOMEDAY could you please consider review on the Canadian Bryston A2 s ......Floor standing Speakers..... Amazing!!! Thanks J

[@yogiwp_]

@@Jayiyagi that's excellent! I was thinking to get the S400 for my small room but worried that it might be overwhelming. But then I'd love to have the big sound the S400 seem to project. Nevertheless these go in my shortlist now.