Base reinforcement is one thing, soundstage is another. Low frequencies come out of the speakers in 360 degrees - so pulling the speakers out from the front wall allows the low frequencies breath behind the speakers and adds depth to the soundstage. It’s a must for mono recordings. I have one room set up for mono and another for stereo - mostly because of limitations in room size but also because they have different needs.
How far and wide? NSMT speaker placement
Greetings, when I heard the NSMT's at Teajay's place they were like 15 feet or more from the front wall. He played Copeland's Fanfare for the Common man and holy smokes the drums were all the way behind the speaker to the wall which as mentioned was 15 feet or more (lovely post and beam house). I have been playing with my speakers in my small place and when I got them to 34inches out into the room the depth changed for the good! It was astounding. I am going to move so I can have a larger room as this room is limiting my speaker placement ability.
How far and wide have you found to work in your room? Love to hear other's experience.
Best
JH