They are nice speakers. I currently have e60s from JBL and like them a lot. However, the day I got my new Klipsch bookshelves I put them on top to compare the two (silly to do on the first day, I know, because they are just now sounding good 5 months later). Anyways, the Klipsch seem to have better highs and a wider sound stage. Personally, I would loook at the Klipsch Synergy series floor standers, especially if you want to play loud. My bookshelf Klipsch will KILL the JLBs in when it comes to turning them up. However... im beginging to wonder if something is wrong or set-up wrong on my Yamaha receiver... okay sorry for the long response. I think you will be happy with either though!