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Self powered speakers for Benchmark Dac1 Pre

Hi all

I'm thinking of switching gears a little and assembling a second system for the office using a Benchmark DAC1 Pre. I thought it would be interesting to match the Benchmark up with self powered/active speakers for a minimalist set up. Anyone have any suggestions under around $1k?

Obvious choices would include Quads, Dynaudios, maybe powered Paradigms. Any others?

The room is about 10 ft by 10 ft and I listen to a variety of music at moderate volume.

Thanks

bmdduck
bmdduck
lindisfarne
511 posts
 
I use Dyn BM5 which is an "active" speaker and find them to be musical and easy to like.
james63
534 posts
 
Are you open to sitting near field? You will have a lot of studio options if you are.
bmdduck OP
99 posts
 
I am open to trying near field. Since the source is a PC to the Benchmark I might try putting the speakers on the desk with the monitor vs. across the room against the wall.

How would people describe the differences between near field vs normal speaker positioning?
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