Conclusion

Ultimately, this speaker is about power: the power of one, the power of many. You expect Starker’s Bach Suites to be big and bold, rich of body, fluid and authoritative. But the Indra’s realisation of the changing weight in his bowing, his accents, even his breathing, make this a far more expressive, a far more human experience. At the other end of the Mercury scale, Dorati’s Birds demonstrates the sheer musical energy and dramatic dynamic swings of a full orchestra, well-marshalled. The Avalons transit from the fluttering delicacy of solo instruments to the imposing swell of a full orchestral crescendo with disarming ease – disarming that is until you realise just how loud that crescendo is. Such seamless musical poise and versatility are what make the Indra a speaker to aspire to. For once the promise of excellence really has translated to a lower price point; for once that price point makes this dream almost attainable…