I have to disagree with the ear adaptation idea as the cause. Speakers, however need more break-in than one day of playing, so sonic changes of further break-in and adaptation are likely to have some effect. Experimenting with speaker placement could also improve your situation. That said I find Paradigms to be boxy sounding, like the sound idles around the cabinet. I have not heard your reference, the Polks, though. You do not need to spend more for better speakers, imo. I am not sure what your dealer's return policy is, but I would keep them to the last day, breaking them in & altering placement, then take them back if you are not satisfied. There are other, really good speakers out there. Good luck
Thoughts on Paradigm Studio 60's?
Just took delivery on a new pair of Paradigm Studio 60's. I liked them very much in the store, where I was comparing them to a pair of KEF Q7's. At home, however, they don't sound as good to me as my 20 year-old Polk RTA12 C's. The Paradigm'ss sound seems comparatively muted and boxy, while the Polk's sound is more transparent and open, particularly in the high end. I think the Paradigm's are broken in (ran them all day) and everything is hooked up correctly. I've always loved the sound of my Polk's but was looking for something a bit smaller and nicer looking. Do I need to move further up the cost curve to do better than my old Polks? Thoughts appreciated. BTW, power = NAD C370.