Two systems in the same room

You will get some interactions between the speakers in use and the ones not in use (sympathetic vibration). it is also difficult in terms of room acoustics.

Here is a thought. First I assume you can afford speakers which will accomodate both types equally well.

Just set up a second set of electronics for the same speakers - one tube based for vocals, soul, and jazz, the other SS based for rock, etc. Have two runs of cables to the speakers with banana plugs so you can connect either system in about 5 seconds.

Works for me (I actually have three different set ups and one set of speakers.)

We've had to do this for some of our dealers. There are definitely tricks to help, one is a tapestry that can be hung out in front of the system not in use, but there are other things in terms of directing sound energy that can reduce the interaction between the two.

Save your money on 2 systems and make one good system. Its the quality of the rock recordings that have you thinking that you need 2 systems. Spend quality money on one and you will never think twice. Add a sub to the system and adjust it when you need the extra kick for the rock recordings. The accuracy is what turns you off about the rock recordings but also clicks for the classical,jazz and vocals. Alcohol helps too.

Well... I've done this for a couple of years now and I don't feel I've had any big down sides. I just throw a blanket over the speakers I'm not using and that seems to solve the problem. At various points I've had just the Maggie's in the room and I didn't notice any difference. Although I do have the room optimized to work best for the Maggie’s. And as for the Meadowlarks I listen in the near field so room interactions have not been a big issue. I suppose at some point I will lose the second system and upgrade my electronics but for right now it works. Just my 2 cents...