There is a reason why we hate Bose and not McDonalds or Disney. Mcdonalds doesnt try to pass the "Value Meal" off as Haute Cuisine. Bose will tell anyone who is listening that their speakers are "High end Audio" this is clearly a LIE. As grandad used to say "Dont pee on my leg and tell me its raining."

As for the original post. There is a reason why Wilsons and others in the high end cost/ sound different. Research, and development. Cost of better quality components. Better constructed cabinets.

Once i was comparing components. I brought with me an Al green cd. I listened to the Grand slams, with a Mark Levinson setup
(Transport, Processor) with Krell monoblocs.

I sat down and closed my eyes, and i swear. The wall opened up and there was Al w/ the band and backup singers. It was incredible. It was Staggeringly expensive, but if i had the means.....it would be in my home!!