Great sounding close to back wall speakers.

My Cain Abbys are within 2 feet of the back wall and work incredibly well. If the 6 feet size is not a problem, they are some of the most amazing speaker around. Huge soundstage and images, relastic portrait of instruments, smooth and full sound.

Otherwise, I listened to the Totem Arro a while back and they do profit from close placement to the wall. Some speakers in the Totem lineup might work well for you.

And both work well with tube amplifications if you plan to use your current CJs. Are you going to replace your Gershman Acoustics speakers or is this for a second room?

Best wishes,

Rene

Disclaimer. I'm one of those Magnepan nuts.*smile*

I would not put an ported(front or rear)speaker close to a wall;I would stick to a sealed box.

Checking your system for a price range,I'd checkhttp://www.northcreekmusic.com and link through to the "Okara" page,and check that model and its upgrades.

Totem Arro's can be placed within 12 inches of the back wall. Totem Acoustics has other speakers that can be within 24". See their web site and select the FAQ section for the minimum distances.

Totem Arro's sound great even when placed close to a back wall.

Began a similar thread years ago, and settled on the Gradient Preludes. However, if I could have afforded it, the Combak Bravo would have been ideal.