Why bookshelf type speakers are high end

This is another MUST READ.

I love seeing bookshelf speakers costing tens of thousands of bucks that are truly high end

Magico has done very expensive bookshelf speakers. There are many other examples.

Bookshelves obviously cannot reach down to 20hz., but down to 40hz their sound is balanced. This is true high end territory.

Many audiophiles do NOT use their standmount speakers with a subwoofer. Despite this, they are enjoying high end sound.

LS50 is an example of a speaker that has achieved rave reviews. I have heard them and can confirm they are excellent.

Do not be fooled by naysayers . If you want high end sound, you don’t need perfect bass down to 20hz.

mindlessminion09-14-2019 7:29pm

mindlessminion OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 99 posts 09-14-2019 at 07:41pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete @dekay I read cheaper the earbud the better
mindlessminion OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 99 posts 09-15-2019 at 08:50am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete @kanji I too have a system that goes below 40hz, manufacture says Frequency response. 21 – 25.000 Hz -3dB. However, I have and had several bookshelf speakers. These smaller speakers have their place in the market. Probably the #1 reason is space, but sometimes people prefer a smaller profile and clean look. These speaker, typically 2 drivers, I find have great imaging and easier to integrate into a room. Plus in a smaller space just sound better. Your absolutes are crazy. Nothing in life that I know of is all encompassing. Is a Porsche able to navigate the Rubicon trail and it not a luxury, or carphile vehicle? Is there a food that satisfies every taste on every occasion and that food not considered the best in its category? please let me know some absolutes outside the audio industry. I am curious on what you have found.