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Message: <blockquote data-quote="pwatts" data-source="post: 1189741" data-attributes="member: 146">It's not apples with apples at all. The Edifiers, being active, are processed and most likely use quite a bit of compressors and limiters to get the most out of the drivers and ensure they never get overdriven. Going discrete you lose all of this, or at least it must be manually set up.With limited power and speakers with limited output, you may very well want to use the Dynamic Range Compression (called "Night Mode" etc. by various manufacturers) which addresses exactly what you mention: it boosts the softer passages while reducing the loudness of the explosions. You need quite a bit of power to do full dynamic range, even with active bass management. It anyway helps with being able to understand the dialog without upsetting the neighbours.</blockquote>