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Front port vs. Rear Port

I have a small apartment, and unfortunately, there's no way I can place speakers a "proper" distance from the wall. I'm looking for monitors, and notice that some, like the Sonus Fabers, are front-ported. I'm wondering if in my situation, it might be better to use a front-ported speaker to avoid bass boominess from placing speakers too close to the wall.

I've never been strong on physics, so I'd appreciate any help.

Thanks in advance.
dkidknow
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More often than not, yes.
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phasecorrect
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If space is a premium...then I would opt for a front ported design...however...front ports tend to suffer from "chuffing" problems at higher volumes...that is the port tends to add audible noise and distortion...again...this is most noticable at higher volumes...with rear ports this is less of an issue since the port is facing away from the listener...I tend to like depth...so I have my rear ported speakers 3-4 ft from the rear wall...if this is not feasible...go with a front port design...Energy c-3 is a great affordable monitor for under $500...good luck..
bob_bundus
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