Would you consider the Naim Atom headphone amp? Using a nice headphone eliminates the neighbor issues and provides you a small compact system with excellent sound and convenience. Sennheiser 820S would be fantastic and the total cost would be lower than your estimated spend.
Office stereo
Last year I installed two Moon North based systems at home and then, in a flash of guilt-induced generosity, gifted my Naim Uniti Atom + Harbeth P3ESR to my nephew. Meanwhile, at work, I had been making do with a tiny pair of antique Cambridge Soundwork speakers and a sub --- and the sub finally gave up on me after 25 years. I'd love to steal my gift back. Just kidding ... but that means I need your help.
Office is about 130-140 sq ft. Picture below. I have a couple of computers in there and can dedicate a Mac mini to streaming Qobuz. That's all I want by way of music source.
I don't want bass (or to be precise, my neighbors won't want it). I want clear, neutral near-field listening at low volume. I'm not much into warmth or color. The more I think about it, the more I feel that the Naim Uniti Atom (+ Harbeths) would be a great reference point, though it might be slight overkill for such a small space.
What would you recommend by way of separates or integrated devices?
Using the Naim/Harbeth as a price reference point as well, I am thinking around $7500 in all, but I could be persuaded to budge .. preferably downward. Votes for the reference point also welcome. Thanks all.
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If I may, I have two suggestions: https://www.amazon.com/Edifier-R1280T-Powered-Bookshelf-Speakers/dp/B016P9HJIA I've been very pleased with them as my computer's sound system. Also, you may consider these: https://vanatoo.com/shop/speakers/ I've heard the Transparent One Encore Plus and they are quite impressive in both soundstage and range. Happy listening. |
The Ugraded Wiim amp ultra may be perfect for your office. It’s a streamer + DAC + pre-amp + amp. The system consists one mini all-in-one box with a pair speakers. Streaming is solid and navigation is easy. Simple, affordable, and don’t take the space. Also, it comes with a world-class attached Wavetouch audio power cord. So, one less concern of power cord. The sound is world-class (below video). It’s a smart system for a new age. Alex/Wavetouch audio |
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