Quad L vs. L2 series

My friends have the 22L (series 1). It is a great speaker for the money. It is light in the bass (recommended to use with a sub), but they are VERY transparent for a dynamic speaker. Makes sense, given that they come from Quad.

At this price point there are going to be comprimises... They are not the most macro-dynamic capable speakers out there, but if you're looking for transparency and musicality, they are a great pick.

I just got a pair of 22L2 also. I can't speak for the first series, but the L2 is not even remotely "light in the bass;" it is tight and authoritative, even pulling on a 50-watt Jolida tube amp. I am still breaking mine in, but so far I must second the comment about the harsh top, although only at high volume. The mids are great, female voices are consistently astounding, but turn it up, at least with my underpowered amp, and the treble starts to wear you out pretty quick. Hopefully they will mellow like cellared Bordeaux, but quicker...

Hello Phook - It's been a while since your reply on this posting and I was wondering if the harsh top lingered on past the run-in or breaking in of the 22L2s ...