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Relocated, new, much smaller listening space. Need speakers that won't break the bank

Hi, Guys,

I haven't posted on Audiogon in years. (I was the OP on the giant "Ohm Micro Walsh Tall" thread.)

We've moved twice in the past two years for my work and are finally somewhat settled in the Phoenix area.

Long story short: when we moved, I had to sell my beloved Spatial Audio open baffle speakers. In their large boxes, they would've been difficult to ship halfway across the country. Now, two years after the first move, I'd like to set my rig up again, as it's all been boxed up since we left our home of over 30 years.

I have a much smaller listening space than before. My associated gear consists of A Vinnie Rossi LEO integrated amp (25 "great watts" into 8 ohms), a SOTA Sapphire turntable, a CD transport and DAC, and a hi-res file streamer.

I'm looking for pair of small footprint speakers that'll work well in a fairly small space and don't need a ton of room between the speakers and the wall behind them. (I'm thinking of trying "diagonal" placement relative to the room corner.) I'm open to small floor standers, so as not to incur the additional cost of good stands.

I value solid imaging, an immersive soundstage and accurate timbre. And I'd rather have well defined, textured bass rather than lots of boom.

New or used is fine. Budget, ideally is $1000 or less for the pair (yikes, I know, that's a tight budget).

Okay, have at it. What should I be looking at. Something used on the 'gon would be fine.

Glad to be back.

rebbi 

rebbi
rebbi OP
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@yogiboy Very interesting suggestion, thanks!

@jbuhl I didn't think I could touch Dynaudio at my budget, thanks!

@kennyc this is why it's great to be getting back on this forum. I'm learning about new brands and new equipment that didn't exist the last time I was in the market. Those Chesky speakers look very cool, thanks for the reference.

@dz13  Those little Quads are very pretty. I''ll have to look at reviews... a little over my budget but a local sale could be nice.

@maxwave The SOTA turntable is about 40 years old, purchased when I was single with no family obligations! ;-) I got a manufacturer discount on that Vinnie Rossi LEO (long discontinued) when I decided to purchase it after I reviewed it for Part Time Audiophile. But if I had to replace those components at today's prices, I couldn't afford to do so.

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katzenjammer27's avatar
katzenjammer27
146 posts
 

Design Acoustics PS 10, great speaker, about $600. I'm thinking about getting a pair to build an office system around.

https://www.google.com/search?sca_esv=6c6d750135280a5c&rlz=1C1CHBF_enUS1098US1098&sxsrf=APpeQnsSRiVVhC7uGNRi64g340-MB_sGBQ:1784741394774&udm=2&fbs=ABfTbFVyMZGZf1hfvX9uKjN_-G8cqCQj_06QnZs315LoFmPf5bBLHMJ0vMQmTbuI72DM7jnxvATrUU2Yg9dwuUGnsUHcXPuOM0_k1dPPnMiKJgy16YDDqH-_iHFiQkOW8hi7RXw4hRo5fi73eIKSOx70x-sjPZ06hOCNlK-ozbXHneTOF87CzxJ8BXgBmwQobyZJ8FoagfsKHNBIM1xgUKz9ZpoQi-PLVA&q=design+acoustics+speakers&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjntOfm5-aVAxW6D1kFHbnoM3QQtKgLegQIFRAB&biw=1280&bih=607&dpr=1.5#sv=CAMSURoyKhBlLUVLTmVrNm9FMFpzMHJNMg5FS05lazZvRTBaczByTToOQjZYckZ2X0lwNWUxN00gBCoXCgFzEhBlLUVLTmVrNm9FMFpzMHJNGAEwARgHIOfluZsLSggQARgBIAEoAQ

dxbwineguy's avatar
dxbwineguy
113 posts
 

try Omega Audio. I have 3 pairs. They are out of CT. Loiuse the owner is a great person to talk to and he will help you basis your requirements.

tarayfield's avatar
tarayfield
5 posts
 

I’m a big fan of the KEF LS50 Meta that can be had for around $1k used in some parts. That doesn’t mean they’d be your cup of tea. I’ve also enjoy and currently own a number of vintage stand mount 2-ways including models from Snell, Sonus Faber and Boston Acoustic (yes, Boston Acoustics…).  Given options available on the used market, you can buy, try and resell if the speakers are not to your liking or don’t work with your electronics or room.  It can be an enjoyable process!  Happy listening!  

ericba's avatar
ericba
164 posts
 

Another vote for the KefLS50 meta. The same question was asked in another thread and same recommendation. Can’t go wrong for 1000$ used.

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