Charlie, You are correct in pointing out that the "new neutral" seems to be threadbare, lean, bright, and not sounding live/real. I don't think any system can be called overly dynamic, especially after a visit to any live concert. Information/detail is very important, but not if it overshadows the sound we would hear if the music was live in our room, too much of the artificial HiFi edge takes away from the ability to suspend belief, and just immerse yourself in the music.