Some interesting points have been brought up here as to 'what' is the 'correct' sound, this is probably why it's hard for people to audition speakers because they are not necessarily sure what to compare them to, except other speakers. Using Stevie Nicks as an example once again, are we wanting to reproduce her "live" performance as if she were playing in a properly setup concert hall or are we looking for the type of sound as if she were singing, standing in front of you with no amplification/electronics?


Half of communication is listening. You can't listen with your mouth.