You are there vs. They are there

So what is the difference? Do I have it right?

You are there: the vocal and soundstage starts at the plane of the speakers

and recess backward behind the speakers plane.

They are there: The soundstage is forward into the room with the vocal

reproduction in your room.

Which would you prefer?

andy208-16-2025 4:38pm

andy2 OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,589 posts 08-16-2025 at 06:09pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The shouting at you forward projection of vocals is not something I would like or would be generally accepted as a good thing under almost any circumstances. Can you have the best of both worlds - forward but not shouting at you. I personally prefer "They are there". It creates a palpable presence that makes music more interesting.