An important discussion / evaluation on recent blind shootout.

[davef]

I think we can do without this. I expect Craig didn't know that this approach would have this kind of impact - it's not like he's out to get all speakers with higher sensitivity specs.

Agreed... there is no blame in any of this. Nevertheless, it is important to understand that no one should use these results as a basis to make a purchase. This is a learning process and I am sure things will be corrected next time.

I imagine one of the few ways to do a good level-matched blind test would be to have a pre-amp with multiple outputs that allows you to set a fixed attenuation on each output. I know the Meridians will let you set different attenuations on inputs, but I don't know if they will do outputs.

This is one way or someone could build up a low-level switching device. I use a low-level switch box, 2 pre-amplifiers and a multi-channel amp.