Magico S5 vs Tannoy Westminster Royal SE

You can like what you (think) you like, but it has already been proven that in a control environment, tested blind, most people prefer a better engineered loudspeaker (see Floyd Toole work). The reason audio is a “subjective” experience has nothing to do with sound and a lot to do with Psychology (see the example of the Subaru vs. Porsche).

'If Bill feels strongly about Lenehan audio speakers and wants to promote them, why is that seen as a problem?'

In the past I used to do that, but am much more circumspect these days because I now understand its more complex than what I like, but also it does annoy others which is not my intent.

That said its not what I did here. I have been very careful to point out its quite variable what people enjoy. That's its point and relevance to this thread which is about Tannoy and Magico.

Both the Tannoy and the Magico are very good speakers, the choice of which must be made by listening to them.

As I mentioned a number of posts ago I prefer the Tannoy - but that means nothing - its not my ears in my system that will be listening to them.

Thanks
Bill

The Subaru -Porsche analogy doesn't hold up at all. Audio components are judged by their sound quality to a given listener and nothing else. Brand prestige, cost, snob appeal etc don't matter, listening does.For some listeners a good DIY amplifier would be considered sonically superior to a Vitus or what other amplifier you may wish to compare. Conversely some will prefer the sound presented by the Vitus, just simply listen and what sounds preferable to your ears. That's what I like about audio, the merit is in actually listening, not marketing or creation of a perceived status. Condescending insults towards those who hear differently doesn't change that fact.
Charles

Charles, I respectfully disagree with you. Step into a Subaru, it's just a Subaru. Step into a Porsche and the level of quality, engineering and ultimate performance are just so far ahead it's not funny. And i've driven both. If you look at the level of CAD design, innovation, design talent, obsession with perfection & quality assurance of Magico, i'm sorry but no name brands like Lenehan don't hold up. That's not to say Lenehan aren't good speakers. I mean Subaru is a good car, but in my books there are differences you can both see AND hear with Magico if your accompanying gear and setup are up to scratch. I do agree however with your comment that in the end it's horses for courses. Re: your last comment; in my books a slap in face earns a condescending insult. All the best.

People have test driven(heard) the Magico and were not impressed.They don't impress me, but so what, just my opinion. I totally get the point that you and usermanual find the Magico to be your Porsche standard, others simply do not. It doesn't matter, the Magico S5 suits your needs and desires so other's opinions have no bearing on your satisfaction. I say congratulations to you for finding a sucessful speaker for your system. I hope you enjoy them for a very long time. I feel the same toward those who've gone in another direction as well. Tannoy for instance. In truth, just be happy with your choices and ignore the criticism of others.
Charles,