Thought I'd chime in here, I purchased these speakers (after lusting after them for years). Thanks to pecker for posting the links regarding the history of the speakers.
Dave, I know we are going to talk soon but I seriously doubt there are any issues with the wiring. I verified the the midbass polarity with a battery and there is no way these would image this well with a tweeter out of phase.
Speaking of imaging, it's f'ing retarded! I've never heard speakers that disappear like this but with a huge image. Not to say things are perfect but I need to put a decent amp behind these (currently QSC RMX 850).
I will be using these for mixing and listening pleasure 50/50; so far very good. I'm getting used to the bass and am looking forward to more detail/resolution and opening some mids 'congestion' with an amp upgrade.
Thanks!
-Jeff