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In Reply to: RE: new speakers for a small room. posted by soundquest on July 01, 2009 at 20:47:29
So the Odeons showed up about a week ago and I'm very,very happy with them.
I thought they might be a little to much speaker for the room but, no, they are a perfect fit.
I actually can't believe the things they are capable of in my small space.
Massively large soundstage, effortless dynamics, and highs that are as sweet and delicate as I could have only imagined. The A30 now seems like a much better amp than i originally thought(and I thought it was good already). The impedance of the Odeons might have a lot to do with that.
Listening to some old favorites leaves with me a big silly grin on my face or uncontrollable giggling. I'm delighted.
Bass couples to the air in the room perfectly with no bass traps in place.
It's clean and clear, with weight and punch I can't believe. There is maybe a little overhang on certain records and for this I might try some Big Fat Dot's under them. A couple sheets of cardboard are providing momentary decoupling from the floor with good results.
So there you go, Odeon Rigoletto's work wonderfully in a small room.
I am very happy, and can see a nice long future ahead with these speakers.
Room treatment doesn't seem needed at this point, although i might try some of the natural fiber alternatives to tame the first reflection a little. For now I'd rather keep the room on the lively side rather than deadening it to much. I encourage anyone thinking about room treatments to read Jules Coleman's review of the Box furniture on Enjoy The Music.
It was also very helpful to me.
Even though I did not take anyone's specific advice on what to purchase, this experience helped me great deal to clarify my own thoughts and what it is i want from my system.
Now it's time for some music!
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