If speakers must be close to the wall then that almost always rules out a rear-ported speaker. I think the proacs fall into this category. Anyone who has suggested a rear-ported speaker should be asked to qualify this recommendation when the speakers are close to the rear wall, and what the minimum distance is.
Used Ls3/5 or new Spendor 3/5 is a speaker which works well close to the rear wall. Bass does not go very deep, but a spendor or Rel sub can be added later (placed out of sight) to make up for this.
Used Ls3/5 or new Spendor 3/5 is a speaker which works well close to the rear wall. Bass does not go very deep, but a spendor or Rel sub can be added later (placed out of sight) to make up for this.