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Front ported or sealed monitors for shop

Finally getting around to setting up my basement woodworking shop and need some speakers.  Room is app. 12' x 30' x 7' ceiling.  Due to layout will be mounting on the short wall, possibly on small shelves.  Would like something with good dispersion as I will never really be in the sweet spot. 

Not looking for anything fancy, maybe $5 -$600 budget?  Did a search here and many expensive models mentioned.  Certainly don't want anything pricey just to have it get all full of sawdust!  Internet search shows a few Elac or Wharfedale models may be promising. 

Just found a pair of Boston acoustics A100 sealed design for $225 near me.  Might work but probably too big. 

Thanks
pkatsuleas
bluemoodriver
193 posts
 
Absolutely, build them. 
Here are some designs for Mark Audio drivers, and there are loads more of course. 
https://frugal-phile.com/boxes-markaudio.html

We built my son’s monitors for his studio using Mark Audio’s Alpair 11MS drivers in a solid cherrywood cabinet made by his grandad. Ported and they go pretty low, 50hz, so a sub in a corner helps at time. But they are shallow and fit on his work desk easily. They sound fantastic, and being (very nearly) full range with no crossover they are particularly good for monitoring the mid-range. 
Stefan at KJF Audio is fantastically helpful and stocks everything you need. 
https://www.kjfaudio.com

antigrunge2
1,403 posts
 
KEF LS50s seem ideal for this application
qjm101
109 posts
 

"KEF LS50's seem ideal for this application"

Budget is $5-$600

pkatsuleas OP
251 posts
 
Thanks all. Yes, been considering building my own as well.  Would be fitting for the workroom right?  Looked at the GR Research site but nothing front ported or sealed.  I will peruse the others, thanks for the links.   

Multiple speakers might be the way to go at some future point.  Good idea!  

About to cut up a gorgeous chunk of solid 10/4 Maple for my first amp stand.  Measure 10x and cut once!   
mesch
3,480 posts
 
One option, Look for a used pair of B&W 685s. Should not cost more than $350. Front ported, work fine on a shelf, Would fill room with sound. 
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