Totem "Hawk" vs Totem "Arro" speakers

the arros are an amazing little speaker and have quite a bit of bass for such a small speaker. i used them in a 12 x 12 ft den with great success. the arros allow placing closer to the back wall than other totem speakers which then provides a little deeper bass. the only reason i don't have them anymore is i traded up for totem mani 2's. as for the hawks, these are a more full range speaker that will be able to play louder with a more fuller sound than the arros. if you like loud rock, rap, or heavy metal music, go for the hawks. if you like jazz, new age, at moderate volume, you could go with either with much success.
good luck

I have the Hawks paired with the Totem Lighning subwoofer and it is a truly amazing combination. Turn off the sub and you notice the difference, but the Hawks still hold their own in the bottom end - amazingly so for a "small" speaker.

I can see how people would find a smaller speaker easier to place, but if you take the time to find the Hawks' sweet spot in your room your efforts will be rewarded. As for their performance in a tall room, mine are in a room with 30' ceilings and they sound great from upstairs and down.

I had a chance last night to upgrade my Hawks to a pair of Dynaudio Confidence C2's ($12k list) and although there were other factors in play (room, source, etc) I just couldn't justify the upgrade. The Hawks really are that good.

Graham

I recommend you consider the Totem Rainmaker - although it is a stand-mount mointor, I find it reproduces bass better than the Arro...imaging is also great...I find it performs between the Arro and the Hawk...