Two systems in the same room

Here is a thought. First I assume you can afford speakers which will accomodate both types equally well.

Just set up a second set of electronics for the same speakers - one tube based for vocals, soul, and jazz, the other SS based for rock, etc. Have two runs of cables to the speakers with banana plugs so you can connect either system in about 5 seconds.

Works for me (I actually have three different set ups and one set of speakers.)

We've had to do this for some of our dealers. There are definitely tricks to help, one is a tapestry that can be hung out in front of the system not in use, but there are other things in terms of directing sound energy that can reduce the interaction between the two.

Save your money on 2 systems and make one good system. Its the quality of the rock recordings that have you thinking that you need 2 systems. Spend quality money on one and you will never think twice. Add a sub to the system and adjust it when you need the extra kick for the rock recordings. The accuracy is what turns you off about the rock recordings but also clicks for the classical,jazz and vocals. Alcohol helps too.

Well... I've done this for a couple of years now and I don't feel I've had any big down sides. I just throw a blanket over the speakers I'm not using and that seems to solve the problem. At various points I've had just the Maggie's in the room and I didn't notice any difference. Although I do have the room optimized to work best for the Maggie’s. And as for the Meadowlarks I listen in the near field so room interactions have not been a big issue. I suppose at some point I will lose the second system and upgrade my electronics but for right now it works. Just my 2 cents...

We did this for a while, and it worked great. SET amps with horns for one system, and a hybrid integrated with box speakers for the second system. Both ran from a single source that had two sets of outputs. There are very few systems IMO that can effectively cover the entire musical spectrum while at the same time remaining true to the sound you prefer. Most are compromises, one way or another. Maybe a system sounds full enough for rock, but is not quite intimate enough for jazz. Maybe it sounds seductive on chamber orchestra, but gets compressed when the music becomes more complex. If two systems allows you to eliminate the compromise, why not? On the other hand, if you opt for a pair of speakers that can cover it all to your liking, then just swap amps depending upon your mood. So...what's yer budget???