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Question For Von Schweikert VR4 Jr Owners

I am interested in this speaker, however due to listening room constraints, they would need to be close to the rear wall, 12 inches max. I probably would want to shut off the rear tweeter because of the placement close to the wall and so I wonder if you do the same and if it doesn't affect the sound too appreciably. Thanks
steinway57
tvad
9,467 posts
 
The proximity to the rear wall is going to present a problem by boosting the bass response and result in boominess. IMO, if you're restricted to placement within 12" of the rear wall you'd probably be better off with monitors, and possibly a subwoofer.
hiend3
38 posts
 
Shut it off to start, and crack it open a bit at a time until highs are too prominant then back off a bit. those are great speakers the rear tweeter does not need to be used for excellent sound. If you can spare another foot or so out into the room its worth it. Have you used the pink noise to find your ball of sound?
bignerd100
515 posts
 
Booming bass is likely to be a problem with that speaker so close to the wall. Tvad is right about the sub/sat recomendation.

Good luck!
steinway57 OP
22 posts
 
Thanks, guys, for your good advice.
tvad
9,467 posts
 
According to a review I read some time ago, the Von Schweikert VR1 monitors are supposed to actually benefit from placement near a rear wall. You might look into these. Then, you could add a Von Schweikert VR-S/1 sub (or two).
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