Yes, tonal balance involves, the relative levels of all parts of the spectrum. If bass, particularly upper bass is down relative to the rest of the spectrum, the speaker will sound thin, or some would say, bright. Because bass can obscure other parts of the music, some perceive thinner bass as having greater “clarity” or “detail.” The words used often have to do with whether someone likes the sound or not—if I like the speaker, it has clarity, speed and is detailed; if I don’t like it, it is thin, bright and harsh.
Help me clarify, is there a difference between 'forward' and 'bright'?
Previously I posted about my Acoustic Energy AE500s that had a loose connection, now all taken care of and sounding fabulous. I was, at one point, considering selling due purely to sudden financial surprises, but as of now hope to keep enjoying and keep them. Purveying a few reviews out of curiosity, I read some that note a slight ’forward’ quality, others elsewhere observe a ’warm and musical’ presentation. (Funny how different reviewers can hear opposing sonic qualities). Others heard a touch of brightness due to extended high frequencies. Got me thinking where is the line between ’bright’ and ’forward’? aren’t splashy 1980s JBL L100s both forward, as in immediate in the presence range, but also ’hot’ or bright with snare and cymbals? Are there forward speakers that are rather warm or rolled off? Just trying to understand a bit better. Anyone care to opine?
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