I get that people are dogmatic about the need to audition, and to home audition high end audio gear. But so often that just isnt practical....these aren't mass market white goods, there might not be an example in one's home country. Worse, some manufacturers may not keep their halo products on demonstration due to the amount of money that ties up.
I bought my Stellas without ever hearing them. Focal were taking over distribution and were not going to be discounting their speakers. I slipped under the wire in the last batch of orders before they did so, it was never a possibility to hear them first, let alone in my system at home. I had to rely on my broker's advice, depending on his familiarity with myself, my room, my ancillary equipment and the musical genres i enjoy.
I have no regrets, that was an excellent upgrade, and surpassed my expectations.
Ditto my Boulder 2060 power amp. And Wavac pre amp. Not only did i not audition them, i had never listened to any other components that they offer. All i had were some reviews from trusted outlets- Positive Feedback Online, aih.
Trying high end gear before you buy (in the UK at least) can be impossible, so sometimes your due diligence can be the advice of folk you trust, either in person or online. That's where forums like WBF come in.
Do your due diligence. Go listen to several loudspeakers and once you have a shortlist, get them demoed at your place. You'll then be in a position to take an informed decision. That's how I ended up acquiring a pair of Stenheim Reference Ultime Two.
Would you purchase a 200,000 USD car without a test drive?