Question about Dynaudio 1.3SE and the new S 1.4??

I have listened to the S1.4 in a system (Bryston/ARC/Arcam/Tara) that previously had the 1.3SE in it, and the sound was definitely improved with the newer speaker. The S1.4 was reportedly the replacement for the 1.3SE, and the system seemed more refined, more dynamic and more natural. I would never say it was bright nor fatigued, though they also seem more revealing so perhaps something in a recording or in the system was being shown? Anyway, if you think the 1.4 is good - listen to the C1!Its amazing that small speakers can sound so good.

Matt will anybody's experiences with the two of these convince your tympanics of what they hear and enjoy? "sound great, however, I did notice a little brightness and listening fatigue" You call that great? Well you could always listen to your rig for 30 minutes at a time. Keep listening and you'll gain confidence in what you hear. If you listen to the 1.3SE and cannot make out a difference: you're in the wrong hobby. Play the tunes you know and love when you audition, and let your ears take it from there. peace, warren

I have experienced the top end brightness with the Dyn 1.4s both times I've auditioned them. Associated equipment was McIntosh MA 6900 and ML Integrated which IMO, are not bright in their presentation. Digital front and was the top line Rega and can't recall the other but it was on the pricey side.

The 1.3SEs have a smoother top end plus I didn't experience the mid-range magic of the SEs with the 1.4s.

Jet