Revel F36

HomeTheaterHifi found the bass clean, tight, punchy, and natural rather than tubby, adding that the speakers can stand alone without mandatory subwoofer support. Audioholics likewise heard an authoritative and exceptionally detailed low end, although its measured extension is relatively modest on paper.

The midrange is repeatedly characterized as smooth, clean, sweet, open, and "buttery." Reviewers also heard natural voices and convincing separation among vocalists and orchestra, supporting a coherent and realistic central band.

Treble is described as sweet and detailed, with enough energy to convey sparkling synthesizer effects without reports of glare or hardness. The evidence is positive, though the reviews offer less extended commentary on high-frequency refinement than on imaging and dynamics.

Imaging drew particularly strong praise: HomeTheaterHifi heard a wider, deeper, more spacious stage than the smaller Revel F12, with clearly delineated performers. Audioholics called imaging simply outstanding and singled out the speaker's strong off-axis response.

Both reviewers emphasize the F36's ability to track musical swings convincingly. HomeTheaterHifi reports no sense of pinching or strain during demanding climaxes, while Audioholics highlights an uncanny ability to convey dynamics.

Reviewers describe the cabinets as solid and seamless, with blemish-free painted surfaces and an impeccably executed high-gloss finish. The driver construction and substantial five-way binding posts also reinforce the impression of carefully executed engineering.

At the reviewed price of $2,000 per pair, Audioholics says deeper-reaching rivals exist but that few are better overall performers at the price. HomeTheaterHifi similarly calls the F36 a great value, citing its sound, engineering, construction, and competitive asking price.