A simple thought experiment is the question, "Would I expect a violinist, a pianist, or even a vocalist to sound good from that position? The answer is NO.
And another one, "Would any knowledgeable recording engineer ever record such instruments/performers in that location? The answer is NO.
So why would we expect loudspeakers to be at their very best in a corner or against the front wall?
And another one, "Would any knowledgeable recording engineer ever record such instruments/performers in that location? The answer is NO.
So why would we expect loudspeakers to be at their very best in a corner or against the front wall?