Well I took the plunge and bought a pair for a third system, and no regrets. Bass is full (of course) but biggest surprise to me is the quality of the mid and tweeter sounds, plus the ability to image. Running them with a 40/50 watt tubed amp, a nice pre with a vintage (1990) Proceed CD player, the original one. Was in the closet for so very long, but still functions and sounds, well, pretty great to me. Brings me much pleasure. Similar reaction as mike_f above. Not harsh, full. Still breaking in, but I love them.
