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Downsizing from tower to bookshelf

Moving to smaller home and need thoughts on bookshelf speakers. The new dedicated audio room is 12x14 and I plan to use the same wall/floor treatments I currently have in my 14x20 room.
I don’t live near a big city to go and demo, so I’d like to narrow down at least 3 speakers I can purchase and demo in the new room. I’ll send the others back once I find a winner.

Current equipment is;

VPI Scout with Hana SL

Parasound A21

Vincent SA32 Preamp

Elac PPA2 

Dyneaudio Emit 30

My preference is neutral to slightly warm sound with heavy emphasis on holographic soundstage. Price point is maxed at $3,500.
 

I was never really in love with the Dynaudio Emit 30’s but they did provide the neutral holographic soundstage I like. The only negative with the Dynaudio is they didn’t seem very dynamic or musical.i always felt they were missing something in terms of enjoyment. Maybe stepping up a model would help but I’m open to other brand suggestions.

My initial picks are;

Harbeth P3ESR XD

Revel M126Be

Wharfedale Aura 2

Any other recommendations would be appreciated.

 

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ericba
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If you are considering the Harbeth P3ESR XD why not go a bit further to the Harbeth M30.2 XD? I have a similar size room and the M30 are fantastic. A bit more presence, great holographic and a mid-range that is second to none for any bookshelf under 1000$ . Would be a good combo with the amp you have. You can probably pick up a pair second hand at your price point.

in any case, if you end up getting a Harbeth speaker, I would recommend getting an open bottom stand , like the Ton Trager, to get the full box resonance. I have tried different stands and it makes a huge difference.

Good luck and keep us posted.

jwillox
188 posts
 

Take a listen to PS Audio FR5

listen in your room and be ready to hear what you ask for. 

blackbag20
456 posts
 

I would add:

Tyler Acoustics

Ascend, and

Revival (used)

 

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vette5451 OP
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Three of the speakers mentioned here, I haven’t heard of, are intriguing. I’ve spent the last couple days conducting internet research to learn more, and plan to order these first. I’ll provide my thoughts once they arrive.

- PS Audio Aspen FR 5

- Proac Tablet 10

- ATC SCM19

Thanks again for all the suggestions?

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vette5451 OP
62 posts
 

*Thanks again for all the suggestions!!

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