What does the term "Speed" mean in a speaker?


I often hear people say "That speaker has great speed". What do they mean? I know the music isn't playing at a different pitch. Could it possibly be related to efficiency?
koestner

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When a speaker has "speed" it's approaching the sound of real, life like, sound. At times it can be so convincing, that it makes you forget about the other shortcomings it may have, like the actual soundstage, imaging, etc.

You'll notice it at first with a particular instrument or vocalist. Then you'll listen for other cues and with other recordings to see if it can be replicated.

It may not be done in an across the board accounting but at least you'll know what your speakers are capable of, given the right recording.

All the best,
Nonoise