jake: a few months ago, Alan gave a good description on one of these threads of what is happening. Maybe someone can give the specific link.

If I recall correctly, he said that some of the source material is "adjusted" in the mid ranges to compensate for the boom boxes and other "cheap" speakers that are commonly used by many. Thus, when this material is played through "good" speakers which are neutral/ flat response, it seems that they are "bright."

I don't know that you can do much about that situation.


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