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Harbeth 30.1 or 40.1

I would like to get a pair of Harbeth, and wondering if 30.1 or 40.1 is better.  My room size is about 18’ x 16’.  I currently have a pair of Spatial Audio X5 with large 12” mid range driver.  I would say I listen in low to low-medium volume for Jazz and vocals.  Is 40.1 too big for my area?  I am afraid if I am not listening to what it is supposed to sound like if I don’t turn up the volume.

however, if I buy the 30.1, is that I should get a pair of sub?  Versus for 40.1, I assumed I don’t need subs?
gte357s

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hleeid
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@gte357sI ran a 4 sub array with my SHL5+40ths in a small room (10x12 minus closets).
The sub array really helped.
Now I am in a bigger listening room (14 x 17) and the SHL5+40ths really opened up at louder volumes.The sub array really helped in this room as well.

I have not heard the M40.1 or 2 but can vouch for the SHL5s.They fill the room without effort.
Seems like an even bigger room will let them play more into their "sweet spot".
I would strongly suggest considering the SHL5s and using the extra cash on a subwoofer solution.

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