Revel 226be vs. 228be

okay well that pretty much settles it then...looks like the overwhelming advice is to take the 228s and deal with any potential "this thing might be a little too big" problems.

@tvflem--I appreciate your POV.  Saying you love the 208s kinda sealed the deal.  If I'm going to drop this kind of $$$, I want something that is better than good.  Side Q: how would you rate the integration between drivers on each model?  I would think the mid-range will have a harder time integrating with the bass on the 228s given the larger woofer size. 

@dweller,  @roxy54,  @cd318: thanks for your input as well!

I love my f226be speakers.  I have not heard the f228s, however.

I have only heard the 328be but they have very seamless integration between the mids/highs and bass. I can’t think of a better integrated box speaker off the top of my head. 
The 228be is probably bordering on super speaker performance at a good price. I 328be is there best speaker I have heard under $20k. Almost no flaw, the 228be should be great. I might buy a pair myself but I plan to run subs as I do with all speakers. 

Go big or go home. If you can't run with the big dogs, then get off the track. 😉

I'll agree with James633 - They are really well integrated.