I converted my classic speakers over time to active speakers being run by four (4) Crown 1502 Class D amps . . . and they are far from dry, lifeless, or warmth. This is all subjective . . . and arguing is purely a waste of time. We like what we like, and if you don't . . . DO NOT BUY IT! To argue to become King of the Mountain and win -- WHAT goes beyond my rationale, because I have had people over to listen . . . and what I get from them is the live presence, the detail, and the lack of distortion -- not to mention the sound staging and the lack of fatigue in listening at any level. I did spend time in revamping my system and choosing new drivers to upgrade the speakers . . . it is all purely subjective, but people have respected my accuracy of hearing and good taste in adjusting my sound to what I would consider “close to live”.
I had B&K Momonblock amps . . . and they were no match for what I have now because I have complete control over everything with regard to tweeking and refining my sound . . . and since I paid for it and it is my ears and listening satisfaction that matter to me, I may ask for a critique, but bottom line . . . I listen to it and it is me who has to be satisfied with my sound . . . not professional reviewers, nor outside know it alls . . . people have got to learn to think, listen, and respond as an individual and stop this SINGULARITY mentality . . . or be divided to the point of blows just to make a point -- opinions are just that . . . and everyone is entitled -- despite the current trends. I would suggest a THICKER SKIN!