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Paradigm Atom v.5 & PSB Alpha B1: Any sibilance issues?

Posted by Alex F. (A) on February 22, 2009 at 13:14:53

I recently purchased a pair of leftover Polk RTi4 loudspeakers to be used in a bedroom system. This system is for TV viewing only (music is not a concern).

While the performance of the Polks is fine overall, it has a peak in the lower treble that greatly emphasizes "s" sibilants, particularly with female speaking voices. The Polks are going back to the dealer. I have temporarily reinstalled an old pair of Boston HD5s that do not have any sibilance issues, but are finished in black and don't have a good WAF (my wife would prefer a cherry-type finish that better fits in with the room's furniture).

Research has pointed me to either the Paradigm Atom v.5 or PSB Alpha B1 as a possible alternative. Another choice would be an Energy C100 or C200, which Audio Advisor offers, but not much info is available on them.

I prefer a loudspeaker that is sonically neutral or a bit warm, not bright.

Stereophile reviews indicate an uptilted treble with the Paradigm that begins where "s" sounds start and a slight sibilance problem with the PSB.

I would greatly appreciate feedback from anyone who has noticed sibilance issues (or none at all) with female speaking voices with any of these loudspeakers.

Thank you!

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