Looking for nearfield passive speakers that are warm and rich


I really like my ATC Scm7s that I use at my desk but I want something warmer, richer more bassy. Something that does well with vocals and jazz.

 

Budget is $5000.  They are being driven by arc ref5se and pass x350.8, dac is denafrips terminator. Thanks.

smodtactical

@smodtactical 

 

At that price I would jump on the Folia's and see what you think.  The P3's will set you back at least three times the price.  

If you haven't you might want to look at the Reynaud page on Bob Neill's Amherst Audio where Bob gives a breakdown and mini review of all of the models in the lineup that he carries or has heard.  He's been a Reynaud owner for over 20 years and did many of the first Reynaud reviews in the US. 

https://amherstaudio.com/?page_id=42

How would Harbeth P3 or Folia being suggested so far satisfy your desire in terms of low end if ATC scm 7 does not? Take a look at Legacy Studio HD. According to Stereophile, Legacy gets all traits of P3 but goes much deeper. (rated class B restricted) In fact, look at the whole list of recommendations 2021 by Stereophile and do some homework before soliciting the opinions elsewhere.

Also, Totem Mani-2 signature and NHT Sb3 are serious contenders too if you could find a decent pair in used condition.

Vienna acoustics Haydn grand. Va doesn't really put flat response on the top of the list, but their speakers are warm and musical.

@lanx0003  Sorry if I wasn't clear, bass is not my concern. As I said before I am running my ATCs with dual 18 inch subwoofers in my room. The issue is the top end being too hot and bitey... I want something more relaxed and possible a bit more midrange fullness.

@jackd thanks

 

@steve59 thx

 

Great recommendations, across the board, above.  This does seem like a natural fit for the BBC L3/5 progeny, and their similar, slightly larger siblings depending on your needs and surroundings.  Harbeth P3, Graham, Spendor, Stirling (Rogers, Falcon, as well).  For Harbeth, you may be better served by the slightly older versus latest XD models (slightly warmer sound, as I understand).  There are a few, very reasonably priced used Vienna Acoustics Haydn Grands sets out there.  I have long wanted a pair of those or something from JMR.