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Proac D80 experience? & Room Size

I have been contemplating purchase of a pair of Proac D38's, although have just come across a pair of D80's at a good price.

I can't really find any information on the D80's, and would really appreciate any advice from people who have tried both the 38 and 80.

Additionally, I am a little concerned about my room size. The actual living area I listen in is 17' x 17', but 1/2 of the back and left corner are open into an additional room. I sit around 9' back from my current speakers. Is this too small for the 80's, and will they be too bass heavy?

Ultimately I'd love to get the 80's at a great price, but certainly not if it presents no benefits to the 38 in my room.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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paramitasong
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If your preamp has the tone control for bass, go to D80.
I was also considering D38, but D80 exceeds every way while D38 was also quite good. Its twin midrange drivers truly make heaven.(As you know, D38 is not 3 way speaker. It's a matter of design but take advantage of full 3 way design Mr. Tyler offers...)
My set up for D80 is 16' wide toe in set up at large size room but I think the bass is not that difficult to control because of its bottom port design.
Is the pair you are considering a used or demo pair? The price would be a steal but make sure its actual running time. It would take so long to break in.
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