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Speakers sound too bright.

I just bought a new pair of Martin Logan 60xti speakers.  They are too bright and fatiguing.  I would like to avoid returning them.  I've tried toeing them in and out.  I cant get them further than 1ft away from the wall (back of speaker to wall).  I have a about 1-2 hrs of play time on them.  Not sure if break in will help settle the upper frequencies down. Any suggestions...?

rwalsh07
rwalsh07 OP
34 posts
 

Guys, any suggestions on what other speakers I should try out.  Budget is $2k.  Room is large.  So far, I've had the Martin Logan 60xti and Kef R3 Meta.  I dont want any fatigue and would like a big sound stage with good dispersion as well as output.  I have two Schiit TYR amps, plenty of power.  Appreciate any suggestions.

gano
750 posts
 

2K is a sweet budget, if you are willing to buy used, lot's of choices for even 3-way speakers, a list here

rwalsh07 OP
34 posts
 

Thx, I'm staying away from used.

gano
750 posts
 

that list is for new

erik_squires
16,845 posts
 

I forgot to mention how to diagnose your problem a little better. Sit as close to the speakers as you can and set the volume to a comfortable listening position for your test seat.   If the balance changes significantly for the better it's your room. 

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