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Old 23rd February 2006   #3
kevk
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Hello...

I have one of each; I like them both. I'm using them for acoustic instruments; some Blumlein and some M/S. No vocals or OH. I find I use the XL-II more often, as it sounds a bit more accurate to me, but this is all based on my room and how it sounds. The high end on the XL-II isn't like a tremendous high end boost or overly bright brittleness; it's more of a liveliness or prescence. Again, I like them both. If possible, try to get one of each in your room and see which one works best with your room.

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