The powerful LB Its slightly rounded elocution, including brightly colored lower mids, never makes voices seem too thin and gives strings a velvety foundation. The "Lapis Blue" draws its sound images somewhat compact rather than spacious, as we expect from this price class. It has a good punch, which in conjunction with the clarity and bass contour provides crisp and lively results. The fact that it lacks any sharpness increases our sympathyStereo Magazine