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Floor to Bookshelf

I have a pair of Wharfedale Diamond 12.4 towers that I like but are simply too large for my listening position. A smaller pair of floorstanders would work just fine, but since I presume I will one day be moving everything into a smaller listening space, I'm thinking of taking this opportunity to move down to standmount speakers. 

That said, I'd love some recommendations for a pair of speakers that would still feel like an upgrade in sound. Non-fatiguing detail is most important to me, as is imaging and soundstage. Right now I'm looking at the Dynaudio Evoke 20, but those are a bit pricey. I'd like to spend less if I can but the budget is probably $1k-$2k.

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yyzsantabarbara
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Magnepan LRS+ for $999. I have them in a treated room (office) that is 12 x 11 x 9 (+4 feet extra where I stuffed a desk in a closet).

You need 2.5 to 3 feet away from the front wall. You also need a powerful amp Way more than 100 watts even in a small room. I tried the following and they worked the best:

  • PeachTree GAN400 (very good for the price)
  • CODA #16 (great with LRS+)
  • Sanders MagTech (great with LRS+)

 

  • Parasound A21+ (I owned this before but never tried on LRS+, but it would work well with the LRS+)

The original plan was to get one of the following stand mounts, Magico A1 | Yamaha NS3000 | Vivid ?? | KEF Reference 1 Meta. However, after taking a flier on the LRS+ ($999) and dialing it in with the treatments and amp. I closed the book on spending more on speakers for my office.

BTW - I also use a KEF KC62 sub with the LRS+. The sub needs to be fast. If I were to use the CODA #16 with the LRS+ I really do not need the sub.

BTW2 - I used to have KEF LS50 Meta + KEF KC62 sub in the office. The LS50 was easier to drive but I like the wall of sound aspect of the LRS+ more. A great small room speaker.

lanx0003
676 posts
 

There are currently two Dynaudio Contour 20 pairs available in the market, each with minor cosmetic defects, priced under $2k (originally sub $6k). These offer an excellent upgrade from the Evolke line in addition to S40. Their beautiful rosewood gloss finish could easily become a collectible.

 

 

blackbag20
406 posts
 

You might check out Philharmonic Audio:

BMR speaker is in your price range ... 

 

https://philharmonicaudio.com/BMR.html

brianh61
78 posts
 

I agree with the Fyne suggestion and I would stay with one of the SP versions. The 500SP on Grisly's list are very nice. I have the 502SPs and they are awesome.

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hilde45
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I’m very familiar with the Dynaudio Evoke series and they are quite good. However, I spent 7 months with Fritz speakers and wrote about them here and here. They are extensively discussed on this forum -- use the search bar or see, e.g., here. I think the Carbon7 mk II might be perfect. I suggest you give him a call. He’s a sweetheart and will work with you. @fritzspeaks 

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