Over seven decades, I've owned both horn and direct radiating speakers. The way each presents its sound is akin to what I experienced in Vienna several years ago. I was fortunate to hear the VPO play in both the Staatsoper and the Musikverein. Same orchestra - - but playing in two clearly differing sonic venues.
IMO, the playing in the Staatsoper was akin to direct radiation/cone speakers, while the playing in the Musikverein was more "in your face" like I had experienced with my horns.
I enjoyed them both, although each presented the music as different audible (and emotional) experiences. I guess it's a choice as to which approach you prefer as a constant diet over the weeks, months and years.
IMO, the playing in the Staatsoper was akin to direct radiation/cone speakers, while the playing in the Musikverein was more "in your face" like I had experienced with my horns.
I enjoyed them both, although each presented the music as different audible (and emotional) experiences. I guess it's a choice as to which approach you prefer as a constant diet over the weeks, months and years.