I defintely would say that the Salks aren't forward sounding, they just simply pass more detail and better clarity than most other speakers.
When measured in room via TacT 2.2x I can see that they are basically flat to about 28 or 29Hz and extend beyond 20k Hz without significant roll-off.
If you hear the Salks sound hot or forward, look at the rest of your gear - not the speakers.
In terms of what other speakers sound like them...I don't know any (not kidding or being a smart ass). The only set of speakers I would take over them (with the caveat being that I have heard them) would be the Vandy 5A's.
George
When measured in room via TacT 2.2x I can see that they are basically flat to about 28 or 29Hz and extend beyond 20k Hz without significant roll-off.
If you hear the Salks sound hot or forward, look at the rest of your gear - not the speakers.
In terms of what other speakers sound like them...I don't know any (not kidding or being a smart ass). The only set of speakers I would take over them (with the caveat being that I have heard them) would be the Vandy 5A's.
George