It's always interesting to read other peoples views on loudspeaker strengths and weaknesses. However we know that no loudspeaker is capable of sounding entirely life-like so it can be useful to know where the sound shortcomings fall. Resolution, frequency range, dynamics, imagery, tonal and timbral accuracy, timing etc. As far as I'm aware the only sound issue with the Harbeth 30.1s might be the low bass. If you can live with that..
Then there are the practical aspects - how loud can they play, how much power do they require, what are the grilles like, are the tweeters protected, how much space do they require, and lastly but certainly not least (esp for larger designs) - what do they look like? In all these areas the 30.1s seem fine. I love the classic look of Harbeth speakers, especially in the lighter colours..
Ultimately though I'd strongly recommend a listen first, nothing can beat that.
Bear in mind also that Harbeth's do tend to have a high resale value if things don't work out, but again, a listen first could help to avoid that.
Then there are the practical aspects - how loud can they play, how much power do they require, what are the grilles like, are the tweeters protected, how much space do they require, and lastly but certainly not least (esp for larger designs) - what do they look like? In all these areas the 30.1s seem fine. I love the classic look of Harbeth speakers, especially in the lighter colours..
Ultimately though I'd strongly recommend a listen first, nothing can beat that.
Bear in mind also that Harbeth's do tend to have a high resale value if things don't work out, but again, a listen first could help to avoid that.