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Bookshelf speakers on a bookshelf?

I'm in a bit of a bind when it comes to speaker placement. I'm cobbling together a system for a friend, but the only place she has to put the speakers is in a bookshelf (stand-mounting is absolutely not an option, nor is floor-standing speakers). It's a 10' x 12' home office, and she'll be listening from her desk. The speakers can be placed in a bookshelf at ear-height.

I'm aware that bookshelf placement will kill the soundstage, but alas, such is life.

I've purchased a Linn Classik integrated/cd player for her (used, thank you Audiogon!). It has 75 watts into 4 ohms.

I'm thinking that speakers with front-firing ports would be best, but I'm open to all suggestions.

The other consideration is frequency response. I'm definitely intersted in speakers that go low - below 50 hz - (e.g., Silverline, rear-firing port). The Classik, however, has tone controls, and I could possibly use them boost the bass a bit. My price range is about $500 - $800, used.
All your thoughts and comments are welcome.
Thanks for your help.
Steve
stevegolf1
whatjd
1,139 posts
 
I don't have huge experience with bookshelf speakers, have used about 6 pair over the last 20+ years in various bedroom, office...etc. situations.

The best sound I have heard with a bookshelf speakers used in a bookshelf are the ones in my sons room, the KEF Q15.2. I would not have thought..but these little guys sound great.

I was in a situation where I needed to take his system to a friends home for an event..and the system ended up being used in a very large area with high ceilings..and they did the job well. They are also price effective. Worth a listen, if you have the chance.

You might want to check some of the reviews on audioreview.com on any of the above suggestions.

Good luck.
stevegolf1 OP
38 posts
 
Thanks, guys. You've given me terriffic food for thought.
Steve
trebleclef
73 posts
 
I'm in a similar situation. My only additinal advice would be to avoid and ported speaker for the bookshelves.
seandtaylor99
1,262 posts
 
Ls3/5s are great little speakers. I'd add to trebleclef to avoid any speaker with an emphasized bass response, since it will be even more emphasised by shelf placement. Ideally demo as will be used.
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