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Stands make a huge difference with ProAc

I just purchased a pair of second hand Response 2, I'm very happy with the vocals etc, but a speaker of this size should produce more BASS. I'm using some decent quality wood stands for now. Would some heavy duty Target R2 stands make a huge difference. I'm also using SS with a passive pre, I may have to invest in a tube amp. They just don't sound like they did at the dealer some time ago. I guess you can't have your cake and eat it too. I don't want to give up on them yet though because I've read some very good reviews.
weaudiocables
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As far as I know, Target is went out of business, but they may have reorganized. I think that stands would make a big difference. My recommendation is the call the guys at Sound Anchors. They really know what they are talking about when it comes to speaker stands and will custom build one specifically for your needs.
herman
2,254 posts
 
Yes, stands are very, very, important in getting the most out of a monitor. I don't think you are going to more bass though. You should get tighter bass with a solid stand and it may seeem like more since it will easier to follow a bass line if it is less muddy.

Bass response is also heavily dependent on placement, both the speakers and your listening position. Try moving your chair and/or the speakers, closer to a wall will usually get you some more bass.
sogood51
2,157 posts
 
OSIRIS stands can be found for $250-$300, I have a set I use under my Vmps 626's. These are very well made and heavy stands (50lb. each unfilled) with good spikes that adjust up or down about 2 inches. Like Herman said, good stands will give you nice tight bass, to get more or less bass out of your speakers you will need to play with placement in your room or maybe even try changing walls. There have been lots of threads about speaker placement, you may want to do a search here on audiogon.
cellorover
417 posts
 
Proac are stand critical. Get the best that you can. It is the difference between loving and hating your speakers.
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