I paired some old, small Tannoys (603) with an NAD D3020 in a traveling system. The speakers had been loaned to a friend and I had not listened to them for a couple of decades. After setting up the system 1500 mi from home, I was not happy- harsh highs with a weirdly recessed midrange. Flipped them on a whim and the overall sound improved noticeably - more open, natural midrange and smoother highs. My wife noticed the improvement and advocated leaving them “upside down” for the three month stay, (even though these speakers have a definite top and an unfinished plastic bottom).Your ear is the final arbiter.
Any reason not to place stand mounted speakers upside down?
I ask because, for example, Harbeth perform best when the tweeters are at ear level, but I have some very good stands (Osiris!) that are taller than ideal. So, if I were to place them upside down...
Apparently Alan Shaw sees no problem, but points out that the bass would be boosted. I'd be interested to hear other views.
Cheers,
Tony
Apparently Alan Shaw sees no problem, but points out that the bass would be boosted. I'd be interested to hear other views.
Cheers,
Tony