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The Listening Chair - What type do you use?

What type of chair do you use for critical listening? I've always believed that one with a low back is best because a high back would alter the sound back to your ears. But I've also realized that comfort also will make ones listening experience more enjoyable. I’m thinking of going more in the direction of chairs replacing my couch and I’m having a difficult time finding ones with low backs that would allow one to seat in for hours at a time. Is low back seating really that important? How many of you in search of the absolute sound have sacrificed a bit of sonic performance for more comfortable seating?
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viggen
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Gettyyup Gettyyup Rawhideeeee!!

I use an ordinary office chair but been waiting for the right time to invest in a Mies Barcelona. Yes, too ubiquitous for you interior designers, but it's the most comfortable chair I've ever sat in. I think the height and angle of the chair is perfect for audio/ergonomic purposes too.

My girlfriend said she'd offer to buy me a replica if I buy an original for herself...
viggen
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Hey T_bone and Pehare,

Are you guys BLIND?? =D Those chairs probably have less reflective properties than the Barcelona, but.... those are oooooooooogly. I don't understand how the Pollock achieve the cult status that it did. Maybe some design person can explain it to me.

Dean,

You want me to pull the trigger, so your butt can sit in my new chair next time you're over right? Wrong!! You get the IKEA chairs = P.
viggen
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Marco, that chair looks nice and comfy. Kinda big for my smallish living room and bank account though. You got a website for discount Ox Chair too?
viggen
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Marco,

It only matters that "they" know who YOU are. Thanks for the link. I have been on the cusp of pulling the trigger. Still find it a bit odd spending $600 on a chair plus ottoman. I think I should ask my mom for an early xmas/graduation present.

Ed
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