I agree 200% , the monicker fits your remarks-music should be enjoyed, not necessarily scrutinized(particularly at the "mid-fi" level).

Since the kind folks at AXIOM did suggest the ohm resistors as a remedy for the "brightness" phenomenon, it appears they aknowledge it exists. Alan@axiom stated he used them in a post... M60 EAR FATIGUE, I believe. They also replied that Ian is apposed to tuning his speakers, it'll be interesting what improvements are made to future products.

In reply to Gem, I'll post thoughts after installation of the resistors, bummer about your gear.

On the subject of sound quality, though beit on an entirely different product-any thoughts on POWER CONDITIONERS?