To my ear, Silverline's are very engaging, mate well with many different amps, and image surprisingly well even when close to the wall. Joseph's are a little drier, but authoritative. Haven't heard the Tyler's or the Merlin's. Audio Note monitors and full-range alike are perfect...and boring. Just my opinion, FWIW. According to my dogs, my opinion is worth about two feedings a day, thank you very little.
Anyone heard the Audio Note AX2 signature?
I am looking for a mini-monitor, width dimension not to exceed 9", to place close to the wall, one in a corner, in a small office set-up, with high-end resolution and mid-range warmth at low volumes the criteria, to be driven by either a Bel Canto SEi40 or Jadis OR (40 WPC). I am considering Joseph, Silverline, Tyler and Merlin TSM and the Audio Note. While there is lots written about the first 4, I cant find any reviews on the Audio Note, so opinions are sought, please.