@uberwaltz touched on this but I didn't see it discussed in any of the previous posts (although I could have missed it). It sounds like you heard the McIntosh/Martin Logan setup in the store - not in the same room as the BAT/Wilson system. Could the problem be your room?
Musician vs. audiophile
We need direction here. My wife, a musician and says my Sophia 3s, powered by BAT 3VK IX tube pre amp and 250w solid state amp sounds flat compared to a freaking Best Buy box store
McIntosh/Martin Logan setup... I can't honestly disagree, specifically when our rig is at low volume. It lacks color and punch, even with 2ea. JL 12" subs... Help me with your recommendation, please!!!