Standmounts around 2k?


Yes, another "what would you recommend" thread. I've decided to take a more focused approach to building my system by first choosing speakers that fit my room and match my tastes. Amp matching will come after that. Here are the details: front end digital (Oppo or Marantz), listening room 13x15 (fairly live), play at low to moderate volumes (jazz, vocals, acoustic, some basic rock but not metal/hard rock). I'm very sensitive to excessive sibilance, and since I'm listening to digital I'm looking for a speaker on the darker side of neutral with a smooth tweeter. I currently have a floor stander (GE Triton 7) with a ribbon tweeter that is a bit too boomy in the bass and revealing/etched in the highs.

I'm looking for a stand mount that meets the above criteria around 2k or maybe a bit higher. The speakers in that range that have been suggested to me as meeting the criteria are:

a. LSA Statement 1
b. B&W CM5
c. Harbeth P3-esr
d. Nola Boxer
e. One of the Tekton Lores (a smaller floor stander)

Am I in the ballpark with these? I can't listen to them before buying, so ideally I would purchase from a dealer with a good return policy.

Thanks for any guidance,

Best, Scott
smrex13

Showing 2 responses by kiko65

Strange, Smrex13,

I own the same speakers (Triton 7s) and they don't sound bright nor boomy at all in my set up. These speakers image like the best monitors would with the much appreciated added bonus of taut, precise, and clean bass. I removed the cloth and plastic base and drilled 3 brass cone footers for better isolation. State of the art speakers for the money if you ask me. I would recommend that you try different placements, ancillary equipment, and room treatments before you part ways with them. My favourite speakers by far after the Totem Model 1s. However, if you want to go for standmount speakers, Totem Model 1s will fit your budget. That said, buy a pair of Minuet Supreme Plus for $700.00 and save lots of money. They are THAT good!
I hear you Smrex13,
MANY people favor the Supreme Plus for the type of music you listen to in a relatively small room. Call Walter (Underwood Wally). I snatched a new pair for $590.00 plus s/h. Not fully broken in yet but extremely happy with what I'm hearing. Superb imaging, mids are just right! Awesome little speaker with more than enough "bang" for the bucks.

To quote "if there is a better standmount for a small room than the MSP, I have not been able to find it yet".

The best monitors I've EVER heard, regardless of price, are the unassuming Spiral Groove Canalis Anima $3,200.00. These speakers will give the ANY standmount a run for their money, regardless of $$$$$. The best standmounts I have ever owned, totem model 1s. eBay is selling a pair of the 1s for $2,000.00. These are truly unbelievable speakers at the asking price.

Lots of choices? Good luck on your quest.