Although re-visiting music that I haven’t connected with the first (or second or third) time around almost never yields a different reaction, a recent exception to this pattern is K. Jarrett’s Koln Concert. What used to sound monotonous due what I perceived to be an overemphasis on rhythm to the detriment of melody has lately become a much more nuanced, enjoyable listen.
Recently, I discovered the height of my speakers was off. If I raised myself up from my chair, sonics noticeably improved. The easiest solution would be to buy shorter speaker stands for my monitors but this is impossible, due to obstructing furniture. Nor is my listening chair adjustable for height. My solution: ordering a 7" thick high density foam cushion for my chair. It looks ridiculous but SQ is better in every respect.
For one thing, piano now sounds much more convincing. Piano is one of my favorite instruments in any genre, so this is a big deal. I can’t say to what degree my changed experience of Koln has been a result of the cushion. It could be I’m growing a bit more patient at 70. At any rate, I’ve been listening to Koln every day.
