CJMBLM,
I have the 7004's and was initially driving them with a Yamaha receiver...For music they sounded just ok...I then added an Adcom amp and used the Yami as a pre..Huge difference in soundstage, clarity etc. Agree with others who say look at your room also.. The def- tech bipoles do not work well in corners and first reflections points should be treated appropriatly. Room treatments will make a big, big difference..Just and fyi...Have you checked the settings on your receiver. Make sure fronts are set to "large". Also, play with the volume setting for the subs. Inproper setting can muddy the sound "especially" with alot of reflective surfaces....Last but not least...The recommended breakin for your speakers is 60 hrs min.
I have the 7004's and was initially driving them with a Yamaha receiver...For music they sounded just ok...I then added an Adcom amp and used the Yami as a pre..Huge difference in soundstage, clarity etc. Agree with others who say look at your room also.. The def- tech bipoles do not work well in corners and first reflections points should be treated appropriatly. Room treatments will make a big, big difference..Just and fyi...Have you checked the settings on your receiver. Make sure fronts are set to "large". Also, play with the volume setting for the subs. Inproper setting can muddy the sound "especially" with alot of reflective surfaces....Last but not least...The recommended breakin for your speakers is 60 hrs min.