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Bookshelf speaker rec

Hi everyone.

I am in the market for a pair of speakers, bookshelf, that have a good amount of low end. Will be using them with a Naim CD player > Conrad Johnson pre > B&K power amp.

Music is everything from Metallica and AC/DC to Beethoven and John Williams.

Room is 22x19 with a vaulted ceiling that goes from 9ft to 13 ft. I will have some carpet, and plan on putting up some acoustic panels, to, at the very least, cut down on the ambiance/reflections.

Wanted to get some suggs on what to listen to when I go to my local store(s). I would like to keep the pair under $5k if possible.

Thanks in advance. 

riffwraith
ajnackman
82 posts
 

I picked up a pair of Ascend Acoustics ELX towers with the RAAL tweeters last year, really impressive. The treble detail and ease of presentation still amazes me. Some thoughts and my setup here: https://forum.ascendacoustics.com/home/forum/ascend-acoustics-discussions/loudspeakers-subwoofers-accessories-electronics/122918-elx-raal-towers-another-setup-journey-and-review-from-a-self-proclaimed-gear-head

Superb presentation across the frequency range, they really throw a huge soundstage for their modest footprint.

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bassbuyer
888 posts
 

To fill your room with a bookshelf look at the Arendal 1528 Bookshelf 8.  They are 3-way speakers that will play fairly neutral and also very loud if you’re cranking AC/DC.  They are $5200 US.  The matching stands are extra.  60 day buy, try and return for free if you’re not satisfied.  

paradisecom
503 posts
 

A bit over your budget, but how about something like the KLH Model 7?  The Model 5's are well under your budget, as well.

elliottbnewcombjr
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riffwraith OP

"New. Don’t really want to do used."

What if used, near you, that you could examine, listen to, and pickup without the risk and cost of shipping?

Where do you live? 

Anyone live near these in Oklahoma?

https://www.ebay.com/itm/177713298856?mkrid=711-53200-19255-0&campid=5338381866&toolid=10001&customid=2ea386b4-f7db-11f0-826c-643763646230

https://search.brave.com/search?q=Legacy+Audio+Focus+SE&summary=1&conversation=08a5bd105f223c307f700406ff5e372aa4ee

Not this exact model, but I heard a pair of Legacy at the Audio Show recently, awesome!!!!

soix
11,233 posts
 

Where are you located?

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