Words To Describe Sounds

[MR.MAGOO]

What in blazes does 'muddy bass' sound like? What is a 'low coloration tone-arm' on a turntable? That saxophone sounds too 'bright'! The words manufacturers use to sell their products drives me up the wall.

 

[Pogre]

though I'm sure Google would provide the answers, I'm gonna take a crack off the top of my head.

muddy to me would mean undefined and sloppy.

low coloration I believe would be lacking in detail and tonal nuance. maybe a low coloration tonearm hides some of the imperfections on vinyl?

too bright I think would be fatiguing highs. I've heard klipsh speakers described as too bright. they're kinda known for their horn tweeters and exaggerated highs.

 

[Mark of Cenla]

Muddy bass is there but unclear, indistinct. Peace and goodwill.