Merlin VSM SE Speakers - Opinions


I am looking at the possibility of upgrading my Speakers. The Merlins keep on catching my eye but not my ears; there is no local dealer. Reviews are great and they seem to possess all that one can ask for in a 2-way. I have reservations in the fact that there are so many of them for sale in Audiogon - WHY? If anyone out there can tell me more about these speakers and other matching components other than the Joule Electronics they seem to have a synergistic match with, I would be greatful. These speakers almost sound too good to be true, what's the scoop?
tubegroover

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Gts87 My room size is 13'2" wide X 19'long x 12'-8' high Cathedral Ceiling. I currently run ARC D115 Mk2 with SP-8 harmonic tech cables. The speakers will have to be on the long wall spaced approximately 7.5' apart and about 9' from the listening seat. The room size doesn't appear to be too much of a problem. Current speakers are quite good in the bass department but not as ultimately refined in the mids and high's as I would like. Will play in the high 90 spl's in my room with no problem. Will this work in my room?
Glide3 did you notice the same shortcomings in the bass department in your room? One major consideration for me is that I want a speaker that doesn't "specialize" in one type of music over the other to answer Gts87 question as to the type of music I like. I like jazz, rock, Classical vocals, even a little opera on occasion so I want a speaker that plays it ALL well. My benchmark is always full scale orchestral recordings to determine what a system does best and what area it has shortcomings. The Merlins must pass this test with flying colors for their price. Can they play Beethoven's 9th without compressing at reasonably loud levels in my room? Thank you both with your insight and advice it is much appreciated and helpful.