Bass reflections off the wall behind the speakers does not affect perceived image depth. It's the critical midrange where you want to get rid of some reflections.
It all depends on what you call "pleasing" as far as looks.
A few panels of strategically placed Sonex will help immensely.
Some companies make some fabric covered shallow boxes filled with sound absorbent material (fiberglass....) that would do the trick.
Nice Persian carpets, that you so often see in pics of listening rooms, help.
It all depends on what you call "pleasing" as far as looks.
A few panels of strategically placed Sonex will help immensely.
Some companies make some fabric covered shallow boxes filled with sound absorbent material (fiberglass....) that would do the trick.
Nice Persian carpets, that you so often see in pics of listening rooms, help.