Been listening to my new Stage 4's for a few weeks now, and happy to report they're definitely keepers! Sound great with the Paramours- very big sound when the volume's up, very solid high-def bass, full mids, and nice sparkle at the top. Also, very low distortion, and it's easy to hear all the different instruments in symphonic music. These took a no. of hours to break in (3 watts doesn't move these much!) and get the right placement for my room, but now have great sound stage & balance. Used an Adcom ss to help break them in and the living room sounded like a good club system!Word about the old Pi Twos- hearing the Stage 4's doesn't shame them at all. While they have a little more distortion and not as much in the bottom, it's a great sounding speaker, incredible dynamics, and incredible value for the $$.