Ears hurt when listening after changing speakers


For years I had multiple models of Maggies and Martin Logan speakers. I could play them very loud with no problems with my ears. A few months ago I purchased the Rockport Aviors and now when I listen at moderate to high levels my ears start to hurt.  Anyone one else experience this when changing speakers and would like thoughts on how to resolve other than turning the volume down.  I do love the Rockport.
lourdes

Showing 1 response by richopp

Hard to pin down as many have posted.  Since your ROOM is the most important element of any listening situation, maybe get it measured for frequency response vs all those speakers.  Maggies typically do not cause any listening fatigue unless you are using poor electronics, which it does not seem you are, so that is what I would suggest to any customer.

Also, I would wonder why they switched out of Maggies.  Maybe bigger Maggies or a subwoofer or two if you are missing the pounding bass from either modern or orchestral music?  Just a thought.  Seems like you have a good dealer, so keep at it and you will figure it out. 

Personally, I see little gain in ANY variable from switching out of Maggies, but that is just me, I guess--and the other people who keep them forever like I do.  Just can' find anything better IN MY ROOM, of course!

Cheers!