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Why not place 2-channel speakers BEHIND listener?

I have a home office in an attic where I'd like to set up a 2-channel speaker system. My desk is against a wall that slopes in (so that I can't place speakers in front of me against the wall). I have some nice bookshelf speakers, but they are too big to place on the the front wall. I was thinking of placing them behind me, about 5 feet apart and facing toward my listening position. Or I could just buy very small computer speakers to sit on my desk. Any advice?
thomasedison
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kr4
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Sure. Whatever works. I have a 5.1 system in my office and all speakers are on my left side. For casual listening, it's OK and, when something grabs my attention, I just pivot and wheel over to enjoy it.

Kal
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tpreaves
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Sometimes you just have to compromise.I'd rather have less than optimal sound than no sound at all.
depotec
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I have a set up with speakers behind me in my editing studio. I listen while I work sometimes, and I also spin my chair around to face the speakers when I take a break. I don't think you will have a problem.
martykl
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I have the same set-up in my hme office. When the moment is right, a swivel chair will be sure you're ready (sorry, Ciallis).

Marty
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