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Best bookshelf speakers???

My listening room is about 11' x 13'. The speakers need to go in a bookshelf. Floor-standing isn't an option (my linn keilidh's are saddened by this turn of events!). I'm pretty much sold on the Peachtree 125 as I can get a silly discount on it through my company. I need some help with the speakers---I've heard the Totem Rainmakers (told they're great for this application), friend is recommending the Silverline Minuets. Some talk of Monitor Audio and even the Peachtree Design 5s.....anyway, since they're oging to be in the bookshelf itself, a rear port won't work. That may rule out the Silverlines. Any thoughts---budget ~ $800/pr. Audio source is mp3-quality.
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dancewithethan
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I ran a pair of Monitor audio silver with my integrated Mc amp. I love the sound. it was warm and detail. I than got a pair of used revel performa F30. Wow, it was a keeper for me. I would look for a use pair of Revel performa m20 or the M22 with good sub.

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audiozen
831 posts
 
Do yourself a favor..get "THE CLUE" bookshelf speaker out of Seattle from the Sjofn Company. The reviews have been over the top and Stereophile went nuts over it and rated it a 10/10. Other reviews have been remarkable. It will play lower than any other speaker for its size currently on the market. Plays all the way down to 28 hertz. It will take 100 watts or 1000 watts. Cost $ 1000.00 a pair. A giant killer for its size. Its only 14" high and weighs 17 pounds.
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akg_ca
2,212 posts
 
12-31-12: Jburidan: "...I second the thought of Tpreaves. MP3 isn't hi-fi quality..."

Jburidan and all the others nailed it! MP3 quality recordings simply fail to measure up by a not-so-subtle degree.

Stepping up to new hardware in an attempt to improve your listening enjoyment w/o first upgrading the quality of your source material is an exercise in disappointment.

Good luck
alextobi7
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Dear Crowd of Monitor Users, where do you put the Dynaudio C1 (either I or II) in the list of preferred speakers. Opinions?
glenfihi
525 posts
 
Audioadvisor as PSB GB-1 on a great clearance price. Front ported, should do well in a bookshelf. I have not heard them however, but I would try them if I could.

Boy I can't wait for my kids school loans to be paid. :]
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