Bookshelf speaker pairing with subwoofer

Thanks for the info on port plugging. I wonder is sealed stand mounted would be better with the subs?

I forgot about the REL calculator. I will check it out.

Schiit Freya+ preamp, Orchard Audio mono 150w amps, Denafrips Gaia DDC, Denafrips Pontus 15th DAC, Shingling CD transport and Roon Rock

Thanks for all the input. I am going to experiment with different speakers. Up first will be the Acoustic Energy AE1 active speakers. Second, I will try the low budget Triangle BR04. Then maybe the MoFi Sourcepoint 8 or 10. If I am not happy, then a floorstander. See what happens. Personal taste will probably play a big role.

you are probably right. My Legacy Studio HD speakers clash with the REL's and the amt tweeter is a might much. Toe in and out does not seem to help much.

I thought about the PS Audio FR5's. Are they bright at all?

Thanks, I will have to put those on my listen list. 

I have been chatting with GR Research and have no problem with a kit. I used to build speakers when I was in high school. My father was a carpenter and had all the tools. I really enjoyed it Might have to give it a go.

Thanks, that is the speaker I have been looking at in the kit form.

$5k tops. hard to describe sound characteristics because it is a personal thing. When I hear it I smile. What can I say. Same thing with wine. If I like it I drink it.

Never heard of Fritz. I will have to check them out also.

Thanks

The list is getting pretty long.

I decided to go with pair of Genelec G3 active speakers. Stereophile A list. I receive them on Saturday. Let then burn in and then do some serious setup and listening.