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The NHT I auditioned were more of a classic but muffled/warm sound at higher volumes. Some PSB Image series again were classic and warm, but not as clean and clear as the M22's, V100, QS8's that Jakewash let me listen to. All were good speakers, but my preferences were the Axiom, followed by PSB, NHT then Klipsch in that order. Just my tastes.



My current setup could be categorized as warm and classic also....but not when I first got them! They were incredibly clear and crisp but that was 15 years ago and the sound/speakers have fatigued since. My hope is that newer ones won't suffer the same fate with new technology and materials!?

I was going to look at some Totem's but the price is outrageous! Perhaps I'll still audition them, just the same. I've read you should listen to some "high end" stuff just for comparison to other "cheaper" products. That way you'll know what a good speaker is supposed to sound like and be better able to pick a good compromise!