Small speaker suggestions


Hello all, I'm looking for speaker suggestions. I have listened to Totem Arros Dynaudio excite 12 as well as some B and W. The dyns and B and W were being played through a switch box that may have contributed but neither impressed.

My budget is 500 - 700 for a small bookshelf or floor standing speaker.

I listen to a lot of rock as well as jazz. I want something that shows the details in the jazz recordings but doesn't reveal the flaws in the rock recordings.
jrod_215
"I listen to a lot of rock as well as jazz. I want something that shows the details in the jazz recordings but doesn't reveal the flaws in the rock recordings."

Thats probably not going to happen. You'll save a lot of time and money if you just buy 2 pairs of speakers. I was going to recommend a small floorstander; the Vandersteen model 1. I'm sure that you can find a really good used pair in your price range. You will definately happy with them on good recordings, but they are very detailed and will reveal flaws.
You might consider the Silverline Prelude. Small footprint, full sound and easy to drive. Should be able to find a used pair for $700.00 or so.
I've owned the ARROs - yes; fine speakers with the "right" hardware and cables.
I've also owned REGAs: terrific with "most" kit" and very foregiving vis-a-vis cables and supporting kit.
REGA R1s/R3s (now RS1 and RS3) are within your budget: they perform way above their weight class. Check out the AGON threads on these: well worth the audition.
My first listening session with the Arros was short and with music that I was unfamiliar with so I want to give them another shot.

I plan on going to this dealer next weekend. They also carry Rega, Sonus Faber, Vandersteen etc. I will definitely have to give the Rega's a listen.

I looked up Silverline's website but do not see anywhere that links to a dealer so I could go listen. They do look attractive and very small. How do they perform with bass response?

Thanks for the suggestions and continued suggestions.