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I had a few drinks and bought some speakers, I've now sobered up

Ok, so I purchased some Sopra 2's two weeks back and was throughly excited to own them. They came in a few days ago and look just beautiful. The problem is, I don't feel like sonically they are that much "better" than my 1028's. Visually I'd take the Sopra's any day. Sonically they sound good but:

 Sopra 2's sound (too) laid back compared to the 1028. I'm honestly perfering the 1028's as they have snap and feel a little more in your face. The higher mid bass frequencies feel better blended with the upper frequencies. 

The upper frequencies did feel harsh at first but settle down and some placement helped satisfy that. But it still it doesn't feel blended. The top frequencies are more clear and the mid bass is more pronounced and clear, but not as blended. 

I'm listening to punk, classic rock and experiential music and feel the 1028 is the better performer. I feel wrong for saying it, but it's true. Any help or advice or are these to be put up for sale as I'm expecting?

(Gear: PL Dialogue Premium pre/power, Clearaudio Concept Wood, Hana EH, Musical Surroundings Nova III, nice cables. 13x9 small bedroom with first reflection treatment)
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j-wall OP
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@karl_desch I definitely know what you meant. I for once got to call alternative music high fidelity so I just wanted to capitalize on the situation! I should probably try familiar music from here on out. 

I have Rocket 88 on loan right now and the Robin Hood's on order. There isn't much info on the Robin Hood in the forum, Rocket 88 and William Tell have decent info on them, but the WT were too expensive so I'm taking a leap of faith with the RH. 


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karl_desch
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And I'm happy that there are audionerds like you and me that listen to interesting music, not just the typical hifi demo discs. 

They are similar speaker cables.  I use William Tells and have listened to the Robin Hoods too.  Both are probably better than AQ's older and more expensive speaker cables!
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I have never actually heard a "typical" hifi demo disc. I've been to a dealer out here that asked really odd/off-putting questions about what I'm looking for. So I've decided to go on my journey on my own without the local dealer. Would rather do this myself without the turtleneck type. 

And good to know about the Rocket. I should have them in a week and I'll definitely be giving my (amateur) thoughts to help the forum. 
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redlenses03
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I wouldn't jump to conclusions until you have done your due diligence with spkr placement.  Although there are similarities with the 1028/38, I would bet placement may be different from previous spkrs.  Placement is absolutely critical if you want to get the best out of a spkr. 

They may end up not to be to your liking, which is totally fine and or these may not play well in your room (which is probably the one of the most significant influences in the entire rig).  Have a few more drinks and find something else :)
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