I listen near-field in a 14' x 14' x 8' room to older Tannoy FSM speakers.
For those unfamiliar with the FSM, each speaker has two 15" woofers, one coaxial. Weight 180 lbs Ea. Size-formidable. I use an Audible Illusions Preamp with a Cary Tube Amp. I prefer listening at 65-70 dbs (per my free app phone tool).
I find the speakers will boom bass if not pulled out 30" or so
from the back wall. I roll them back after use. I am quite pleased
with the sound.
For those unfamiliar with the FSM, each speaker has two 15" woofers, one coaxial. Weight 180 lbs Ea. Size-formidable. I use an Audible Illusions Preamp with a Cary Tube Amp. I prefer listening at 65-70 dbs (per my free app phone tool).
I find the speakers will boom bass if not pulled out 30" or so
from the back wall. I roll them back after use. I am quite pleased
with the sound.