The Revel pull off with their wave guide a very big balanced spread.
No sane priced Loudspeaker can be the best at everything and many things are system dependant. I found the 208 had great balance.
In under 10k there are not that many great floor stand speakers ,go up to $15k Now that is another level ,the 208 is not in that league.
I have SVS subwoofers that are excellent.if you want true full range .Great stands make a big difference in imaging ,and Bass articulation .the Core designstands I bought Are excellent !! The Carbon 7 SE uses far better drivers, then the 208 and A very simple 1st order Xover with far better internal parts which =
A much more focused and natural presentation .without any BS or build up
It is Excellent it will go down to just below double Bass level at 40 hz
If you want lights out Rock&Roll over a constant 95 DB level then put on a quality Subwoofer. For the majority of music in a room 16x12 these will be just fine ,good stands & blue tac . For the record these just don't just play
Music ,they do this with realism and refinement. If you are In
North east from NY,to New Hampshire I am in Ma. I invite any Audiophile
Who wants to make the effort. You will not be dissapointed !!