*Picture for attention. This is not how they’re set up*
I started with the Klipsch R-15PM + 10SW, and I thought they were the best thing since sliced bread. Then, years later I found my beloved Yamaha NS-1000 Monitors. These were different, raw, natural, and I finally understood “image” and “soundstage”. Yes, it took years, but I discovered it, I think. I know that the NS 1000 Ms are unique in that their purpose was specific for creating music (I’ve read), but I like them and the raw feel, A LOT. So, at this point, I feel like they’re so good I’m not sure how something can be better. I can kinda imagine, but some of it must be in our own head, right?
I know “good” and “better” is subjective, but they’re almost 50 years old now, and if other speakers are selling for $80k then, for sure they’re that much better? I know there’s a difference between ported, sealed, and rear opened speakers too.
I love my speakers and I listen to them almost daily. I just don’t know what direction I would take if I had the opportunity.
Thanks for your input!
Infinity Primus 360 - part of my first 5.1 set, more than 20 years ago, was pretty good. Walking through Best Buy, what surprised me with detail and d clarity was Martin Logan Motion 40. I ended up getting Martin Logan electrostatic speakers later and I think that its uniquely low distortion due to its diaphragm and the way sound is reproduced from it. IMHO, absence of passive crossover circuit above 250Hz may also have something to do with low distortion.