Of course, Huff makes his money on camera reviews, not audio reviews (and is very open about this). To equate him with Uncle Kevvy at Upscale is a bit much! I would say Steve is giving his honest impressions - you can choose whether those impressions match up well with your tastes.
I've heard the Special 40s - these are clearly speakers voiced for a bit of fun - I can see why Huff likes them as he also has some Klipsch Heresy's. Both have a fun sound. The Heritage Specials are much more of an audiophile speaker and on a whole different level the S40s...speed of great drivers and first-order crossovers with great parts. So much to like!
I've heard the Special 40s - these are clearly speakers voiced for a bit of fun - I can see why Huff likes them as he also has some Klipsch Heresy's. Both have a fun sound. The Heritage Specials are much more of an audiophile speaker and on a whole different level the S40s...speed of great drivers and first-order crossovers with great parts. So much to like!