It's open for debate, but I take "critical listening" to mean paying attention to only the music. No reading, wandering about, chatting with friends etc.Sometimes I dream about “better” speakers and I am currently able to afford something quite a bit more expensive than my PSB T2’s. Maybe those ML stats Imused to lust after. Then I listen and wonder how much better it would be. BTW, I think ”critical listening” is for critics. I might do this for a few minutes after installing a new component or repairing something. Other than that, I listen for enjoyment, not criticizing.
I guess the audio world can redefine words. Everyone else does.It's open for debate, but I take "critical listening" to mean paying attention to only the music. No reading, wandering about, chatting with friends etc.
I guess the audio world can redefine words. Everyone else does.
I suppose "serious listening" might have been a more appropriate title, since few of us here will be using our speakers to mix or master.
Looks very interesting, in a recent talk on audioholics about spacial audio, speaker placement etc. they were also given high praise.My cost no object dream speakers would be in the same vein. Ideally the room would be purpose built with an acoustically transparent wall to hide the massive and not terribly attractive speakers... and could come in handy for double blind tests as well.
I have heard the Meyer Sound Blue Horns a few times and they are truly stunning.
How would you describe them?My cost no object dream speakers would be in the same vein. Ideally the room would be purpose built with an acoustically transparent wall to hide the massive and not terribly attractive speakers... and could come in handy for double blind tests as well.
I have heard the Meyer Sound Blue Horns a few times and they are truly stunning.
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In a living environment, I think I would go for MBL or vintage JBL Everest DD55000. Critical listening solo isn’t much fun. Focused music listening is more fun with friends, and the sweet spot widening capabilities of MBL omnipolars and JBL asymmetrical horns are genuinely a more satisfying experience than the ultra resolution of a single seat (imho).