Hahahahah ^^ I do believe its a little of both. But getting used to what we just purchased is a big part of the equation.
Sometimes expectations play a role. They did on these ESL 13a's. I expected certain sonic traits but the first day or 2 I thought I made a mistake. Time wears on...more hours and more time just listening.
Something that played a role. To me these are not speakers that are forward sounding or in your face. I have owned plenty of those before. So it took awhile to be 'ok' with the sonic change in the way I listen and what I really wanted.
These are some of the best i've ever heard.
My room is bad.
But thats a work in progress. No upgrade in cables or interconnects can change a bad room.
Bad room or not I am love the soundstage. Just love it. I want the Neoliths now
No I am teasing. WAY out of my $$ means.