I did the same and had a really tough time choosing(Studio 20 & RF-3II). I liked vocals better on the Paradigm's but the HUGE soundstage and excellent dynamics are what made me buy the Klipsch.
Mike, Which Klipsch models did you not like? I would love to hear some of the Klipsch Heritage line but unfortunately they're not readily available for demo.
I know the RF-35(replacement for the RF-3II) has changed to a plastic veneer to cut costs with the same 3/4" MDF underneath. All other speakers(except RB-75 and subs) aren't meant to replace any other speakers, they are just introducing new lower cost reference series speakers. One thing I...