On a recommendation from someone whose ear I trust, I was tipped about these speakers. I've been using Yamaha HS7's for the last couple of years now, and although I had gotten used to these speakers, I could never really enjoy them. Of course, monitor speakers should be flat, so what's to enjoy?
Even flat speakers have a certain character. The HS7 are also known for having a 2k bump, which definitely can cause ear fatigue. Overall I always thought they were a bit harsh, but figured
that was a side effect from being flat.
The frequency response on the TV7 is even a little flatter than the HS7, but the overal listening experience is so much better. They actually sound very smooth compared to the HS7's. There is plenty of bass, amazingly crisp top end, and the mids just sound exactly in balance. But the biggest difference is, after a couple of hours of working on a mix, my ears are not fatigued at all. Again, I've only been working with these speakers for a couple of days, but I'm convinced. These are a keeper. Very much recommended!