
Measurements vs. Ears: What is correct?
This is one of the most debated topics on internet audio forums, probably a close second behind cable arguments. The topic comes up again and again and usually goes something like this. The objectivist “spec guy” claims flat response is the end-all-be-all for judging a speaker. The subjectivist “Golden Ear Guy” claims that all you should trust is your ear and there are flat speakers that sound terrible. What is the right approach? In my opinion, both are wrong and I’ll explai