Modern B&W 800 series speakers have tended to be brighter than the earlier generations. Lots of people love them, however. As one recent review in a commented (I paraphrase), this is a deliberated design choice on the part of B&W and not a lack of competence on the part of its engineers. Not a choice I endorse, personally.
Is it me or new audio gear is too perfect and give ear fatigue?
Since getting back into the hobby during covid I’ve really enjoyed listening to music vs. bluetooth low quality speakers. Since listening to my Nautilus 803 speakers with old Yamaha Amps (MX1, MX1000) they’ve been sweet sounding and warm.
A lot of people have said the new equipment is near perfect chasing specs, sounding bright and causing ear fatigue.
Curious if people feel the same?