I have the same problem, I also suggest “bookshelves” size speakers and a sub(s), which is the way I went. Also, either sealed cabinets or ones with the port in the front.
Speaker placement in a room with the best performance if it is close to a wall?
I'm looking at the Wilson SabrinaX, Magico A5, and the Focal Sopra N2, for purchase. I know some speakers are VERY fussy on where they are placed, but I'm not able to put them a large distance from the wall, out into the room. Does anyone have experience with placement issues for these 3 speakers? I know tuning speaker position is important but sometimes ideal placement isn't always possible. Which speaker is the LEAST fussy?