Describe the sound of point source loudspeakers?


I have not heard any but I’m going to audition some in the near future. Can you provide any pointers or things I should be listening for? My current loudspeakers are von Schweikert db99se and they are definitely not point source. Thanks for your input.
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I just bought Tannoy Turnberrys. I may not be much help here as my room is what I consider merely adequate for dedicated listening.

But what I noticed is that there is only a small noticeable difference. Like a subtle cohesiveness from top to bottom. I think a good design is a good design otherwise everyone would be using this concept. 

The woofer cone is shaped like a horn rather than a typical woofer. I think this is a key difference from other designs. The tweeter uses this cone to create a nice, big presentation.

The woofer cone/horn is always in dynamic movement...this may be a compromise from typical static horn systems. But still, the concept sounds great. Very open sounding. 

The bass is very good at low levels. This I didn't expect but was a pleasant surprise. 
Crossover is a low 1.3k hz but seamless from top to bottom.

Has a very modern sound for a retro looking speaker.