Need help finalizing what speaker to get


Hi. I just got an RT85 turntable with a Schiit Mani 2 preamp, and now I'm looking to get some decent speakers to go with them. My original budget was around $250 but someone told me to hold out more for something better. I've got my eyes on some Wharfedales but still cant decide because I'm seeing mixed reviews talk about it being well detailed but at the same time too bright. My main goal is to get a grand loud sound because I want to mainly play it in a large open room. I'd like all my equipment to compliment each other so I have the rt85 with the M2 Blue, the Mani 2, and now I want some good speakers so that they all work well together but just need some help from real people to finally decide on a speaker. Thank you!

t-boba

 

Thank you @moonwatcher . I was originally thinking of getting tower speakers but I could use the portability of bookshelves more.

Also for the size of the room, it’s our living room and it’s connected to the rest of the first floor with no doors. I’m not sure the exact dimensions but just the main room area itself is probably estimated around 20‘x20’. I’m not looking for party speakers and for moving around a lot. Just want to sit on the couch, maybe pull up an extra chair to sit closer, and just relax and feel the music at a decent volume at a distance where I wouldn’t have to be right next to them, and have my son dance around to it, but he’s 3 so anything will be good for him right now lol. 
 

I originally ruled out the Debut 2.0, but after hearing about the Debut 3.0 dB63, I’ve been inclined to choose those as my speakers. Also because I do plan on adding a subwoofer later when I save up for one, I’m fine if the bass isn’t too present with those. Even more now with @audionoobie ’s comment right after haha.

@t-boba Yes, the Debut 3.0 B6.3 or whatever should be much better than the older B6.2 and have more bass.  Adding a subwoofer later on will be a huge plus in helping fill out the room with sound.  

One consideration with a 3 year old: Make sure any bookshelf speakers are solidly mounted and can't easily fall over if hit from the side. 

Have fun!

@moonwatcher Sweet I think I’m gonna go make the purchase once I find a good deal. Thanks everyone!

 

Oh yeah, I’m planning on just getting speaker stands since we just have one tv stand thing to hold everything. Hopefully he knows not to mess with them, but other than that it should be safe. Hopefully