Floorstanders move more AIR and "bookshelf" speakers can only TRY to keep up by using such tricks as double-coned bass drivers like e.g. Totem Manitou's...possibly a good choice. Remember that with smaller speakers you will need to get them up off the floor so that you can hear them properly...so good stands are neccessary...an extra cost! How about a used pair of electrostats...Martin Logan Sequel II's or Aerius are great value, plentiful, reliable, and a step toward revealing source limitations as well as fitting your room. Have fun!
Floor Standers Vs. Book Shelf Speakers
Hello, I'm new to the audiophile world. Anyways, I've spent the better part of the last couple of weeks researching different models of speakers on the net before I audition them.
I've seen many rave reviews on very tiny book shelf speakers, and I'm curious as to how such a diminutive speaker can stack up musically against an imposing floor stander? It just seems like a floor stander would give you more base extension, bigger soundstage. So, do book shelf speakers superior to floor standers in any way?
Also, what do you guys prefer and why? Thanks so much for all your great help
I've seen many rave reviews on very tiny book shelf speakers, and I'm curious as to how such a diminutive speaker can stack up musically against an imposing floor stander? It just seems like a floor stander would give you more base extension, bigger soundstage. So, do book shelf speakers superior to floor standers in any way?
Also, what do you guys prefer and why? Thanks so much for all your great help
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