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Passive Bookshelf Speaker Selection

Putting together a first set-up for exclusively turntable listening. I have narrowed things down to the Fluance RT-85 and NAD C 316BEE but am getting stuck with passive bookshelf speakers. Originally was set on the Klipsch RP-600ms but am having second thoughts given concerns about the potential fatigue and overbearing brightness; I’m wondering if I should go for another option in the $500 range or stick with the Klipsch, which I can get for under 500. I’m considering the KEF Q150s, PSB Alpha P5s, ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2s, and B&W 607s. Looking for good dynamics that aren’t overwhelming but also warmth.  

Ideally, I’d love to go test any of these out but that’s unfortunately not an option right now. 

I listen mostly to rock and indie/alternative, and the room is roughly 13x17 ft. 


Should I get the Klipsch or head in a different direction? Any help would be appreciated. 


thisisnotfortears
kenjit
1,771 posts
 
And exactly what is that CRAP you spout EVERY DAY?
The opinions of a master tuner who has been on the merry go round and is no longer on it. 
He ask for opinions genius
Dali may suit your ears but may not suit his ears. Even if it did, it would only be by chance. Your room will sound different to his. 
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imhififan
2,217 posts
 
Speakers SHOULD be HAND TUNED to your ears.
Hearing aid, YES.
Speakers, NO!
Every person in the listening room have their own ears.

aburnhamuu
51 posts
 
The Klipsch RP-600Ms or RP-150Ms are both great, not overly bright with great dynamics. I own them both plus RF-3 lls that are in your face bright in the Klipsch horn tradition.
kenjit
1,771 posts
 
A speaker IS a hearing aid. It's a giant hearing aid. Every speaker is tuned differently because every designer has a different amount of hearing loss. The trouble is the speaker you buy is unlikely to match your ears. If it does, it will be by chance. Do not be duped. 
alucard19
364 posts
 
You can try the HSU HB-1 Mk2 HB-1 MK2 Horn Bookshelf Speaker  or the HC-1 Mk2 which is a center channel that you can stand upright which is what I did in my office HC-1 MK2 Horn Bookshelf Speaker Both of these are good and if you don't like them you can just ship them back.
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