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?
I agree with @sns, one can have both You are there vs They are there. I also have time aligned horns that are actively Bi-amped and project a 3D image with real life scale. It’s somewhat recording and system dependent. My system plays on the slightly cool side of neutral with gusto and passion. For in the what it’s worth category, the equipment, room, and recording all play their part in the 3D illusion of sound reproduction. @spenav +2 Mike
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Yes on @spenav. We'd have to be at the recording venue and or mix down of recordings in order to arrive at some objectively determined presentation of sound stage. And then we have to consider the system recording was mixed down with, it may have entirely different presentation than our home system. There are NO means for us end users to objectively define what is the 'true' sound staging for any particular recording. |
@spenav + 1 Even if one made one's own recordings, hardly practical in most cases unless recording yourself or people you know, would the mic be a foot away? 10 feet away? At the back of the room? Totally different sound from each place. And would you be listening back in that same room? |
There are at least as many variables in recording as there are in playback. Making your own recordings gives you reference that is difficult to achieve any other way. |
