Hello -- I know this is an old thread, but I'm trying to choose between the Wharf 10.2 and the 10.5 models. I'm upgrading from old Bose 301's that most folks now say is pretty lame compared to most (and im really starting to agree after a few auditions). In fact one joke i read said, i could throw a stone at random, and wherever it lands -- i'd likely find a speaker set better than the Bose -- geez.
Anyway, I know the two models are very different -- the bookshelves more for HT and the floorstanders for music (at least that's the general idea). That said - while i watch movies more than listen to music -- i still do both and wouldnt want to compromise. If i get the 10.5 -- am i giving up something, or is it the other way around.
They say the Wharf's in general are too laid back though. Good "umph" (warm) -- but perhaps lacking clarity? I've also auditioned the Polk RTiA3's -- which while on the pricy side -- some find too bright. To give you an idea -- my staple music is rock, but i do listen to new age, jazz fusion, and the like. So i listen to Motley Crue, to Narada, to Acoustic Alchemy, and even some classical music when I'm in the mood. For movies, i like active movies --so my BD collection has Dark Knight, Sherlock Holmes, 5th element, and the like. What would be a well rounded speaker set that would suit my tastes?
Advise is most welcome -- and thank you all in advance!
