Decent Bookshelf Speakers ?

I second the Linn suggestion. I have had spectacular results using Linn Katans against a wall....

Most, if not all, bookshelf speakers severly compromise the bass response. Consider laying a pair of Vandersteen 1C speakers sideways on your shelves!! (I dumped my BIG NAME bookshelve speakers for 1Cs and could not be happier. And the are against a wall....sounding great.) Just an idea.

ProAc response 1SC. This is the tried and true mini-monitor with almost cult following for smooth yet detailed presentation of voice, chamber music, jazz combo, etc. in a most natural and uncolored presentation. I have owned both the Reponse 1S and the 1SC, and both were great, althought the SC (my current speakers) provides much better bass response. On the used market, a good pair of these speakers will run about $1K. I love them, although I should point out that these speakers are not perhaps the best choice for presenting with authority a large orchestra.

Thanks everyone for your ideas.

About a month ago I was in your exact position. I was setting up a bedroom system with dimensions very similar to yours. Like you, I am using a nad 7175pe 75w receiver with a basic Integra cd player. I found a used pair of Dynaudio Audience 42's on Audiogon for a very reasonable price. They are rear ported. I too, have to place them clost to a wall. I rolled up a sock and inserted it in each one. They plugs did not come with them. The socks work fine. The 42's still have a rich low end this way. They sound great. I listen mostly to classical and various piano, along with the local public radio.