I think Harbeth is a good choice. When you mentioned near field, a coaxial speaker also came to mind. And last, I have the Fritz Carrera BE’s and they sound really good at low volumes. I have them paired to a Belles Aria and Schiit Gungir. I do quite a bit of listening late at night at very low volumes and the Carreras sound great. Very well balanced with regards to freq response from top to bottom.
I’ve heard a ton of speakers and for what you are describing, I’d say Harbeth or Fritz are 2 really good choices.
I’ve heard a ton of speakers and for what you are describing, I’d say Harbeth or Fritz are 2 really good choices.