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Quad 12L vs Quad 12L: Three different versions. What are the differences sonically?

As far as I can tell, there are three different iterations of the Quad 12L speakers:

1) http://www.audiounion.jp/stock_images/83783_big.jpg

2) https://i.ytimg.com/vi/J7cC9Ysskvc/maxresdefault.jpg

3) https://homemedialimited.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/12L-Cherry.jpg

The differences cosmetically are obviously the tweeter baffle surround shape. But what are the differences in terms of sound? Has anyone heard the different versions?

I'm looking for a small monitor speaker to replace my Spendor Preludes. I like a very warm and natural sound a la Quad ESL 57 and Harbeth Monitor 30. Also considering Wharfedale Diamond 10.2 and Wharfedale Diamond 220, but I'm having a hard time getting over the snob factor of the Wharfedale brand name being associated with cheap speakers. Quad, on the other hand, is a name that I love. It all comes down to sound, though. Thanks!


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Topic - Quad 12L vs Quad 12L: Three different versions. What are the differences sonically? - Mr Blue Sky 21:19:19 04/1/16 (4)

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