There are speakers specifically designed to be used against the wall, so for those speakers this set up is not a terrible compromise. I have seen them in different places, but don't recall what brand or model they were. A little homework will reap rewards (sound like a fortune cookie) since, the truth is out there. The budget you mentioned should not be a problem.
Good sound possible on a bookshelf?
Are there any high quality bookshelf speakers whose sound is not significantly degraded when placed on a bookshelf? Because of layout issues, I don't have space in my new living room for floorstanding speakers or monitors on stands (there is a far corner that could take a subwoofer). But I do plan to build a 20-inch deep cabinet surrounding the fireplace and TV that could also house equipment and support speakers. Budget range: from Axioms or Polk LSi9s to Revels. Thanks for all comments.
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I own a pair of Von Schweikert VR-1's that I have on stands but have read that they perform well on a bookshelf as well. You can get some additional information from their website at the Von Schweikert site. I've also owned the Polks you mentioned and I would forwarn you that I would imagine that the bass response from those would be overwhelming if put on a bookshelf. The VR-1's are much better and even-tempered speakers than the Polks in my opinion. The one thing to keep in mind about the Von Schweikert's is that they take 100+ hours to break in and the change is dramatic. If you pick some up be prepared for the agony of the first 100 or so hours - but, man, do they sweeten up from there on out! |
I know ACI makes versions of their speakers with the crossovers tweaked for being in a bookcase. I think Salk Sounds may too. |
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