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Suggestions for small bookshelf speakers?

I want to set up a second system for the bedroom. I have to set a size limitation on the speaker of about 8"x10"x12". I also want the speakers to look pretty nice.

I'm new to bookshelf monitors. Off-hand I'm thinking of Totem Model 1's, Meadowlark Swallow or Vireo, Sonus Faber Concertinos, NHT Super One's, etc. I want spacious sound at low to moderate volumes for jazz, blues, vocals and some rock. I welcome any suggestions.

I'm planning on using a tube integrated amp. Budget for the amp and speakers is around $2K. That means a budget int. amp such as Jolida or S.F. leaving about $1300 for speakers or else a better amp such as Rogue or C.J. leaving about $800 for speakers. Any suggestions on how to balance the cost would also be appreciated.

Thanks.

The speakers will be set on a low dresser about 4 ft. apart. The room is alsmost square, 12' by 14'. The speakers wiil be in the center of on of the shorter walls.
pmi_guy
cellorover
417 posts
 
There is a pair of ProAc Signature 50s for sale on A'gon. These would be ideal for your needs.
rbstehno
1,406 posts
 
I own a pair of Totem's Arro speakers in my den's system. Very nice. They are made to work well in small room and close placement to the back wall. I also own a pair of toem model 1's and I would not suggest placing these on a shelf or using a small amp, they need quite a bit of power.
pmi_guy OP
72 posts
 
Hmmm, lot's of possibilities. Looks like it's time for more research.

Rbstehno-Thanks for the tip on the Totem 1's. I was originally going to buy Arro's until we bought this low dresser. Now I'm looking at monitors to go on the dresser.
bianchi27
189 posts
 
I have heard a red rose with the plannar tweeter connected to the linn classik and the sound was wonderful for such a set up. I was amazed at the base response as well as the overall sound. You may have to look long and hard for the speakers at that price but it is worth it.
bubsterb
9 posts
 
You should check out a pair of the Von Schweikert VR-1 http://www.vonschweikert.com/interface/vr1_main.htm . They retail for 1k and sound awesome. The top end is precise and crisp without sounding tinny and if you are putting them close to the rear wall the base is no problem. But better yet, you will still get a great and deep soundstage. To me they sound like the best electrostatics with a great rich base to-boot. The finish on these speakers are the iceing on the cake. It is mirror smooth and the colors and the grain patterns of the wood rival any of the 10k+ speakers that I have seen. You can't go wrong with a pair of these!
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