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Speakers that are very accurate sounding but don't produce an emotional connection.

I have listened to a few speakers over the years that impressed me with their accuracy and presentation of the music, but just did not create an emotional response or connection. I have often wondered what that quality is in some speakers that produce an emotional connection with the listener. This quality has been identified by audiophiles, as "magical", "engaging"  "just right"  "euphonic"  "natural"  "true to life". " "satisfying"  "musical"....  I am sure there are at least 50  other  adjectives that could describe this "quality" of  sound . 

Considering the various aspects  of achieving  good and accurate sound by component synergy, is there a way to explain this so-called magical element that often eludes so many of us??.  I don't think such a feeling is temporal, conditioned by personal moods, or the phases of the moon or sun.  

Like to hear from members who have given some thought to the same issue.    Thanks,  Jim   

BTW, I know the thread is a bit out there, but  I don't think the topic is pointlessly pursuing the genie in the bottle. 


sunnyjim

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charles1dad
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Sunnyjim,
No this topic isn't "out there" but is very relevant IMO.
The two most important  criteria for me when judging audio components are natural tonality and emotional communication and engagement. It these qualities are lacking no other  attributes can make  up for this  critical  deficiency. We listen to music  for ènjoyment. Without emotional  involvement how can we expect to  enjoy our music? Okay, back to  ĺistening to Dexter Gordon, he's  definitely  communicating 😃😃
Charles,
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charles1dad
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Ivan,
Good thoughts and perspective.
One man's accurate and neutral is another man's sterile  and dry.
One man's natural  and holistic  is another man's too warm and colored.
Charles,
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