Funny you say that. It IS a new sound, and an improvement.
I loved my 2s. And, now I don't feel the least bit sorry about letting them go a few months ago. Haha.
I got them dialed in with no fuss at all. I have them about a foot from the wall toed in about an 1.5"
With the volume set at 4/10 on my 20 wpc vintage integrated amplifier, it's loud as it ever needs to be turned up. The efficiency makes this a sweet pairing.
Balanced, imaging + big stage, live..no sub needed with these.
Tiger stripes, baby! Read in Austin Powers' voice.