Thanks for your response, Jmbatkh. I may get a chance to hear the Esoteric speakers next week, but I'm still considering the Volents based on reviews only. I am a bit concerned, however, about the bass being too much on them for my 11x13 office. The speakers will be sitting on a second desk about 5 feet away from me.
Esoteric MG-10 vs Volent VL-2 vs A. Zen Adagio Jr
I'm going to be getting an Esoteric AI-10 integrated amp for my small office, and using its built in DAC to run lossless music from my Mac. I'm considering the above speakers and wondered if anyone has heard any of them in a similar system. I listen to classical music and hard rock. I know Absolute Sound gave the Volents a great review, but then you hear from others not to trust the reviewers! It's hard to get a chance to actually hear these models in person, so any input or advice would be much appreciated.