That depends on why the amplifier takes on the stage that it does. Warm bold forward sound turns me off as does a lazy laid back tone. However I'm happy with either dynamic & sparkly or a neutral 'just the facts' presentation.
In point so long as the midrange doesn't overpower the other bands I'd declare a slight preference for forward.
In point so long as the midrange doesn't overpower the other bands I'd declare a slight preference for forward.