Desktop single-driver speakers?
I have looked in vain for upgrades
from Sony, and have not seen much else in this way, either, from other
companies. Maybe someone else can fill me out?
I am looking for single driver speakers with desktop or small monitor dimensions, preferably easy to drive for a low power tube amp. They can be active speakers, like the ZX1, or passive. The room is 12 x 9 x 7 feet, but I am mainly listening nearfield just 3-5 feet away from the speakers. I am looking for the best nearfield moderate volume sound, not speakers or amps that can «fill» the room with volume.
I am testing the Arche speakers and amp with a Fostex Submini sub, at my desktop. Works quite well, and the speakers are mellowing, less hard and sharp now. I wonder if this front-firing sub sounds best - most in line with the speakers - , if it stands a bit in front of them, at the desktop. Good stands / feet, and room to breathe, also clearly improve the sound of the sub as well as the speakers.
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Arche and Fostex:recent system |
yeti42 - interesting. Never heard the TD307. Is it sealed or with a bass port (like the FR2)? I note it has a 6,5 cm diameter driver, while the FR2 has 6,9 cm. I wonder if there is some optimal size for this type of single drivers, fit for desktops and small rooms. I saw some users of the Fostex Sub mini arguing that it sounds faster and cleaner than the bigger subs they used before (driver diameter is 11 cm as I measure it). I think there is a bit "give and take", but understand what they mean. |
The Arche FR2 speakers have now mellowed, with more break-in, and are perfectly capable of "pleasant subdued background music" as well as more in-depth listening experiences. I am impressed with these speakers. I am also grateful for the support from John at Arche, helping to fix a hum problem in the power supply. |
