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Front port vs Rear port

Hello all,
Trying to decide on the final pieces for my set up. I know I did it backwards but some deals came up before I could decide on speakers.
I am down to a few choices for my speakers, but I do have one nagging question. The room that everything is being set up in is only 12' X 16' so speaker placement will probably be a big issue. My question is....will a front ported set of speakers allow me to place them closer to the back wall? I know some adjustments will be necessary and it will depend on the speaker characteristics. But in general will front ports make better sense?
Thank You!
mtpockets1311

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agiaccio
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Yes, front ported speakers will definitely make a difference in a smaller room.

As an example the Linn Majik 109 speakers (front ported) were originally designed for small Japanese appartments. A friend of mine has these inside a bookshelf (1-2" rear clearance) and they sound fantastic!
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