2. speakers
  3. 1372809949

Speakers 12.5" or shorter, $1K new or used

I've been hunting around for small speakers for a while. I'm running a pair of Silverline Minuet Supremes right now and love them, but can't help wondering if there's something out there that I just haven't tried, that might be better.

My system is a Marsh P2000 pre, Aragon 2004 amp, Emotiva XDA-1 DAC. Due to space constraints, they have to be 12.5" or shorter.

What I'm looking for is something that is a good all arounder and isn't too particular about placement. I listen to everything from AC/DC to Diana Krall to classical.

So, what's out there, new or used for $1K and under? If you could compare them to the Minuets, that would be great.

Thanks.
tonyangel
vladimir
346 posts
 
I just saw an ad by Independent Audio Video in Delaware (don't know them) selling a mint used pair of KEF LS50s for $850. Nothing can touch those speakers at their MSRP price or maybe even at twice that.
donjr
1,335 posts
 
I'm with Vlad. Those Kefs are awesome. I might go head to head with you. I could lose my current speakers and simplify my life with the Kefs.
tonyangel OP
309 posts
 
Donjr,

Go for it. I've tried them and in my room, they are nothing special. From what I've seen, they need some room to breathe and I can't provide that. Right now, I'm thinking about checking out the ATCs mentioned above and Dynaudio Excite X12s.

Keep 'em coming.
vladimir
346 posts
 
Those KEFs require tall stands to get the coaxial drivers at ear level.
schubert
7,386 posts
 
I've heard the LS 50's a bit and while they might well rock out, IMHO they are way too forward for Classical and Jazz.
And I love KEF in general.

If there is a better speakers than the minuet for a small room, I never heard it.
More to discover