Jack,
I understand and agree 100%. Perception vs. reality is........well that's another thread!!! I also understand about DBT to really get the actual measurements of differences if any. Truth is when I put down $1000 for audio equipment or whatever, I hope, want, expect, will get some difference. No doubt. How much of that is perception--who knows?? What I do know is this----I enjoy this Emotiva setup much more than the Yammie I have (which alone doesn't mean it's any "better") and the SQ is much more to my liking!!! how's that?? Didn't even have to use the word "better"........Although there may be some bloody noses, etc. because of this thread, I have learned a good deal about SQ or at least the opinions and variables of such. Thanks.