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Help me setting up a 2 channel system

Hi, I'm planning to set up a 2 channel audio listening room. The room is very small(10 x 11) and I have to sit against the longer wall. The budget for the total system (integrated amp and speakers) is no more than $5k.
I prefer standmount speakers with either front ported or a sealed design since i will have to put them fairly close to the wall. I'll be using Sony SCD333es as CD/SACD player. I prefer a intergrated amp for simplicity. I am looking at used market for them.

Any suggestions are welcome. I listen to mostly classical music. Below are the ones that have some good reviews. I am no audiophile so any suggestion will be a good advice for me. Thanks. Andrew.

VMPS 626Ribbon $1600 NEW
Audio Concept Sapphire $1300 NEW
B&W Signature 805 $USED
JM Lab Mini Utopia $USED
agandrewl
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10 posts
 
Please add the PSB Platinum M2 to your short list.
sogood51
2,157 posts
 
I like soft-dome tweeters in setups like you will have. Highly detailed systems can be a little to much when seating options are limited. A small sweat-spot will become even smaller.

Dave
scotty_910
119 posts
 
May I suggest the green mountain audio Europa's. I would really prefer to see you have a separate premap and amplifier - which in the used market is achievable in your price range. Edge Electronics for solid state, Manley or Balanced Audio Technolody for Tubes. Even better, mix a tube preamp with a SS amp - best of both worlds.
jzzmn88
58 posts
 
I second the B&W 805 Sigs. I own them and have them set up in my living room. I really enjoy their sound - excellent soundstaging and more than enough bass for your room. I think you will be very happy with them as I am with mine.
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