Great topic, though the tenor of some is off.
I agree with the OP. Confusion.
I recently sent my Focal SM9's to a new home after enjoying them for many years. They sounded fantastic! A revelation of the music! As a 2 way near field set up they were extraordinary! Is that enough exclamation marks?
Oh well, they're gone now.
Replacing them are JBL 4367. I have posted about my experience with different amps in "How do I establish a Reference Level?"
There is a new amp in the mix now Look there.