Stand-mount speaker recommendations


Greetings from Oregon,

 

I have recently switched from a little British system (Croft/Harbeth) to Van Alstine separates for amplification. The upgrade in clarity and power (300wpc) is significant, and my little Harbeth P3esrs are not quite enough to fill my living room (about 12x16 feet with an open end). I was sitting much closer to the speakers, but now I’m back about 8.5 feet. I’d like some additional bass weight and a larger sound.  I have had bad luck with rear-ported speakers becoming boomy as the wall behind the speakers is fairly flimsy apartment construction and resonates even with acoustic panels. So, ideally I’d like a front-ported (or sealed) stand mount speaker that goes down to 50-45hz. If it goes much below that it can overwhelm the room. I am very sensitive to etched treble, extreme detail, sibilance, etc. (hence my choice of the P3s.). Budget is $2500 but could stretch a little if needed.  Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated!

 

Thanks,

Scott


smrex13
Op a pair of bw 805 diamonds just came up if you like bw sound there way nice .. 
Scott,
I know you want to avoid a rear ported monitor but take a look at the Clearwave Duet 6 monitors. Think Marten Duke2 at 1/3 the cost.

All the best,
Nonoise
The Reference 3A is a great little monitor. Will fill the room and go loud, no crossover so your amp will be wired directly to the woofer/mid.
Thanks for all the recommendations.  

Nonoise - I am really interested in the Duet 6 after reading your review.  Your listening room and set up is very similar to mine.  I'm still afraid that they might have too much bass.  I've exchanged a few emails with Jed, and I may give them an auditions since there's a trial period.  Will keep y'all posted.

Best, Scott