Need advise on speaker upgrade
You might consider something in the Dynaudio line. Their small speakers are noted for their great sounding bass output, which belies their size, and their power-handling abilities. While many speakers in their line-up are priced in the tens of thousands, you can find very reasonably priced small speakers as well. Good luck, Dan |
Because of all of the Bose bashing on this forum I decided to pick up a pair of Bose 301 Series V speakers to satisfy my curiosity. A review will appear on this site when I complete my evaluation. This $328 speaker blows away speakers costing 10 times the price. The cabinet may not pass your knuckle test, but the engineering is incredible. So far I have only used solid state with the 301s, however, I will also be using a Manley Stingray and Quicksilver Silver 90 monos to complete my evaluation. The 301 needs at least 18 inches from the back of the speaker to the wall behind them. You owe it to yourself to give these speakers a 30 home trial. If you don't you will be missing out on a speaker that gives natural vocals and instrumental timbres. Bass and dynamics are exceptional. |
The Dynaudio Excite X12 is only 11.2" tall and has been garnering rave reviews from anyone who reviews them. They are ported to the rear, so I don't know if that works for your speaker placement. The reviews universally praise this speaker's bass extension and dynamic range relative to size. Reviews: Stereophile Goodsound If rear porting is a problem, Mordaunt-Short makes a front-ported small speaker. It's 12.6" high though. Then there's the PSB Image B5 that comes in right at 12.5" high with a sensitivity of 87dB and power handling of 150w. These are extraordinarily linear and are known for a lifelike transparent midrange, especially for $449/pair. |
