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Advice about warm, gentle speakers...


Help. I need to use a home theater system for 2 channel music. The system is based on a mid-level Denon DVD player and a Denon receiver and right now the ONLY variable I can change is the brand of front left and right speakers (presently Paradigm Titans). I would like to get something that can soften the digital glare (besides turning down the treble!). The speakers need to be either monitors or small floor standers and I am aiming for a price less than $4,000 new or used. Finally, I am not in a location where I can audition different brands so I hope to narrow it down to a few choices for in-home trials. I listen to all types of music but not louder than about 80-85 db. From reviewing the forums it appears that more “serene” brands include Green Mountain, Spendor, Sonus Faber and Vienna Acoustics. I really appreciate any input on this—thanks in advance for the advice.
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warnerwh
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That's a tough one. First thought that came to my mind had been your room acoustics. When you mention turning down the treble I got the impression that the sound you're getting is bright and harsh. This is something you should research as acoustics play a huge role in the sound of any speaker.

I used the Titan's you have as a rear channel and had tried them on their own to see how they sounded. I don't remember anything about being harsh. Your receiver can also be part of the problem. Most importantly is the Room Acoustics.
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