Sometimes, James, your sense of humor goes over my head. :) He is in a mood tonight!:) Not sure if he is on his meds, off his meds, or just got a "wild hair...":D Personally I do prefer listening the speakers from the rear, it makes for an extremely warm sound that I prefer. People who listen to speakers that are facing them do not have an appreciation for good sound and are not true music lovers! I like it!