Backing to the main topic, i did (let say) comparison between Fig.2 and Fig.3.
Since it wasn't A/B comparison, i may be wrong, but i think i hear difference in HF response. Even if, it's not such drastic and it may also result from something else.
I think that difference between Fig.1 and Fig.2 is mainly due to higher impedance and lack of capacitor in the path. Still here is "maybe".