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stand-mount speakers for classical music

Last year's search for stand-mount speakers got scuttled by other priorities. I used the time since to optimize existing config and critically evaluate all the thingz.

> 90% of my listening is classical up to moderate dB, remaining 10% is mix of electronic, alternative and classic rock up to loud dB ( >= 12 o'clock on -dB dial).

Classical breakdown: 70% chamber/solo instrumental and vocal, 30% orchestral and opera.

Gear: Micromega M-100 int amp, Nola Boxer v1, dual Syzygy SLF870 12" 1000w subs w/ room-correction, all source material is streaming (.flac or Qobuz)

Room: challenged 3700cf L-shape with speakers centered at 7' point of a 27' head wall. Vaulted ceiling to 13', hardwood floors, some rugs.

Budget: under $5K

Grateful to hear from other standmount owners with similar listening profiles.
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erik_squires
16,061 posts
 
OP:  Fritz typically makes ported, I believe, and they have remarkable low bass extension.  My suggestion was just that if you are committed to sub use, sealed integrates a little better, and results in a smaller speaker, so I'd discuss it with him, but no idea if he'd make one. :) I'm sure he's going to call me to complain I suggested this. :)

Alternatively, buy a ported, and consider stuffing the port when using a sub.
soix
9,456 posts
 
I haven’t seen Joseph Audio stand-mounts recommended specifically for classical music. Are you thinking the Pulsar?
Uh, I recommend the Pulsars specifically for classical music (and every other kind).  There you go. 
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creditingkarma
101 posts
 
I know that they are 2k over what you want to spend but I suggest you check out the new magico A1. They are pretty damn remarkable and beat anything in the price range imo.
jackd
1,068 posts
 
I didn't have any real issue getting the Carrera Be's to integrate with a pair of Rythmik F-12s. Speaker fronts were 32" off of the wall.
bobedwards101
176 posts
 
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