Using my 2 new CG23M's as surround speakers with my 2 old but well- functioning Boston Acoustic SH 450's...the 23's really help bring out dialogue and sound. Will buy another one to be used as a center speaker. Also, amazed at how sturdy these 23's are. Rock solid.

The design and ability to deploy this as a center channel *and* its ability to be placed vertical to eliminate the typical pattern dispersion issues with most other center designs that are horizontally deployed is what drew me to this speaker. It has performed very well and exceeded my expectations. Since it is relatively small and allows for vertical deployment, it may be a good fit for those with a short console/stand under their TV, like me.

Bought the CG23M to replace my center channel speaker, the overall effect and handling of voice dialog is impressive.

Sitting here in my living room listening to a pair of these and a Speedwoofer 10s MK2 absolutely stunning me while playing Puscifer (and everything else I throw at them). I'm not sure you could do better for a 2.1 stereo setup without spending at least $2k, rather than the $750 this system cost me. The soundstage, clarity of vocals, and the seamless interaction between speakers and subwoofers are all too notch.

And as the LCR in my 5.1.4 system, they're equally fantastic. Dialog is crystal clear.

Two caveats: (1) I'm coming from a non EQ'd Sonos Arc and Sub (thanks Sonos, for not supporting Android); and (2) I'm driving this system with the Onkyo TX-NR7100 and have Dirac Live room correction applied. Dirac is doing a *ton* in my completely ridiculous "theater" I've carved out of an 18x20 "great room". Still, Dirac can't do anything other than make the speakers sound "as intended," so I promise that if you're unsatisfied with these speakers, either you got a defective speaker, or your speaker placement/room configuration is ruining them.

Makes me curious about how the 5 series sounds...