Widely differing opinions - well, it’s complicated

I think the reason we all don't agree is that we are all looking for a different kind of sound. You have guys that want a rock concert in their living room, guys that want to duplicate a plane crash, string quartet lovers, and other types of sound all presented in different ways. 

I seek a very natural, 3D image but with a taste of forward projection and a tad more bass than is truly accurate. A pair of Cerwin Vegas isn't going to scratch my itch. But there are times I would be happy to rock out a song on that type of speaker. That's why we can't all agree. Everybody wants something different than what others want. 

I agree with that russ69.

Some prioritize image others prefer toe-tapping.

two distinct camps: pleasure seeking flavorizers and, accurate to source. Since ya have to have witnessed the “ source “, the latter camp is microscopic…. Lots in the former w many sects..typically chasing the distortion they prefer. Very astute emotional awareness demonstrated by @russ69 :-) When i choose a microphone or even the placement of said, my goal seeking is on aural display….

Carry on !
Jim

Not understand this causes most of the arguments on this forum.

@russ69 

Absolutely, another factor in the myriad.

A milieu of myriads ... good point OP 

Precisely why I have two systems.  A set your hair on fire basement/garage system and then a much different main system in the Music room.  Depends on what  feel like listening to.

I recall many years ago reading somewhere  that Barbara Streisand owned a large piece of property that had four completely different houses on it and not in sight of each other. I guess when you're an egomaniac and have major dollars you can indulge your fantasies.  Just sayin'.

Regards,

barts