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Need to Downsize: Small Speaker Recommendation

Hi all,

I've had the Thiel 6's for many years and love them but moving to a much smaller space and they are just too big Have them paired with the Sonic Frontier 3 monoblocks and a Conrad Johsnson tube pre-amp. I've traded up in the Thiel line over 30 years so really love their sound (could do with a bit more bottom end but love the sound overall so i have stuck with them). So, looking for recommendations for small (even bookshelf) speakers. I realize i may have to get rid of the amps as well but for now want to start by identifying a pair of speakers i can live with.

Thanks in advance for any and all recommendations.
dkonstruction
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russ69
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How can you not have room for a 12X12 inch foot print?
irish
32 posts
 
Have a look at the Reynaud Bliss Silver.
jpg1975
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My two cents...

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tonykay
1,298 posts
 
Opinions on speakers are always subjective so since you asked, I'll give you mine. Seriously consider stand-mounted Sonus Faber speakers. They offer amazing sound quality, much bigger sound than you would expect from their small size. If dynamics are important to you then you will love Sonus Faber. I have lived happily with my SF Electa Amators for more than twenty years, and I'll never sell them. They retailed for around $6,000 new (including dedicated stands) but I see them for $2-3,000 now. Also, if you ever need to sell them in the future, Sonus Faber speakers don't last long on the used market.
rello
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in the 3k range based on your likes of the Thiels I would consider the Reference 3A De Capo ..coherent...revealing...good bass...you will have to add for a stand...also this speaker is efficient so you could get away with a smaller amp as well...I have really enjoyed listening to this speaker over the years...I have not heard the new BE version....
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