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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!!!      
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inna
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What an interesting situation. But first, what is the source ?
She might prefer the sound of panel or hybrid speakers as many women do, but something is wrong with the BAT/Wilson set-up. Also, the power amp is solid state not tube, this might contribute. In addition, wall current may be bad.
A lot of work to do.
inna
7,196 posts
 
The source hasn't still been mentioned by the OP and I wonder why.
With wrong source and cabling nothing will sound acceptable.
inna
7,196 posts
 
From my limited conversations with musicians, they prefer the sound that doesn't annoy them too much. It doesn't have to be a great sound. This means that the sound should be natural enough with low level of distortion, especially in the midrange.
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