I started off with the standard versions. The sound is, as you know, quite good.

I did a lot of research before switching to and investing in Audiophile. In my view this has been a worthwhile decision. The high's certainly definitely come through that slightly bit 'crisper' than before. This is identified in SR's tests also.

Everyone will have a different take. Some people swear you cannot tell the difference. Put Standard in the left channel and Audiophile in the right, and I believe that most people can tell the difference. If your material is only used live in a crowded bar, then you won't see a benefit. If it's used for broadcast / advertising situations, you will be able to notice the distinction.

Oh, and P.S. : Welcome to the forum!

BIAB & RB2025 Win.(Audiophile), Sonar Platinum, Cakewalk by Bandlab, Izotope Prod.Bundle, Roland RD-1000, Synthogy Ivory, Kontakt, Focusrite 18i20, KetronSD2, NS40M Monitors, Pioneer Active Monitors, AKG K271 Studio H'phones