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Magnepan, Ohm, Spatial or ??

I've heard the mag 1.7s and like the "openness" and other attributes.  However, the size and placement requirements are a killer for me.   I'm thinking Ohm and Spatial would be somewhat similar.  However, I can't demo them.  Any thoughts on these compared to the mags and any other "open" speakers I should consider?

Thanks all as usual!!


soundchasr
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ozzy62
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Ohms are very special speakers, IF you can give them the breathing space they need. If not, I’d go with a good electrostatic or panel speaker
 You won't be any better off with a panel speaker. They need as much or more breathing room than most others.

Oz



soundchasr OP
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@martykl 
Do you find the subs are necessary with the Ohms? Or just a preference?  Wondering if I should be looking at subs.
soundchasr OP
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I should have plenty of room, don't you think?

https://photos.app.goo.gl/TBakr2TnzCuo4ZH16



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mapman
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Ohm Walsh actually need less distance to walls than many others.  They are specifically designed for that by default. 

They will do a wall to wall sound stage normally so giving them room to breathe does have benefit in that sense.
djones51
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I wouldn't worry about subs until I heard the speakers. I was wondering why the 1000's were suggested when your room measurements are 1976 cu ft which is above the top end rating on those? 
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