I’m pleased to share my opinion in an effort to be helpful but as we know, it’s only an opinion; it’s subjective...based upon my equipment (Arcam), my room (home office, about 12’x15’), my musical preferences and my ears. I’ve owned Klipsch, KEF and B&W bookshelf speakers and while all of them I found satisfying, of course each had their own sonic signature. Klipsch I found bold, forward and fast...great dynamics too, but I wouldn’t consider them “warm” or highly detailed. Great for rock and jazz; less satisfying with classical.
KEF, while a touch more laid back and less dynamic than Klipsch, had more detail and texture...with a deeper soundstage. Upper midrange was excellent, and vocals were clearer and more precise than the Klipsch.
Finally, while also less dynamic and forward than Klipsch, B&W for me had the best overall balance and a greater sense of realism. The overall presentation seemed more ‘right’ for a small speaker..with the widest and deepest soundstage, better and more clearly defined spatial imaging, and fluidity between the lower and upper frequencies. And yes, of the three of them I feel B&W has the most “warmth”.
i hope this is helpful. Enjoy the process, and I trust you’ll make the right decision...and love the decision you make.
KEF, while a touch more laid back and less dynamic than Klipsch, had more detail and texture...with a deeper soundstage. Upper midrange was excellent, and vocals were clearer and more precise than the Klipsch.
Finally, while also less dynamic and forward than Klipsch, B&W for me had the best overall balance and a greater sense of realism. The overall presentation seemed more ‘right’ for a small speaker..with the widest and deepest soundstage, better and more clearly defined spatial imaging, and fluidity between the lower and upper frequencies. And yes, of the three of them I feel B&W has the most “warmth”.
i hope this is helpful. Enjoy the process, and I trust you’ll make the right decision...and love the decision you make.