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Speakers always seem to have a sweet spot where loudness is concerned. The laid-back nature of the Arros seemed to like more current to make up for their lack of visceral impact. However, they won't let you go too far before that little driver bottoms out on its stop with a thud and a pop. The PSB just start losing composure. Images start blurring and the soundstage begins to fall into itself. I think it's a nice comparison of perspectives. PSB, with their somewhat warmish balance and Totem with their somewhat coolish balance. Chocolate vs Vanilla. Presence vs Distance. Where you might find the budget speakers outshining the Arros is in female vocal reproduction and harmonic fullness with the piano. As good as the Arros are, they are a bit too fleet of foot to get the inner structure of piano notes right and can be a bit too wispy with female vocals. PSB, on the other hand, can put vocalists front and center with loads of presence and come real close to nailing the ivory keys.