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Best choices for smallish room

Hi all,
My new listening room is 10'x16'. I'm considering new speakers, from Vandersteen 1Cs. Looking for more transparancy and detail, with great instrumental and vocal timbre presentation.

I'm considering some planars (Magnepan 1.7s, Martin Logan Electromotion ESLs). But new in the mix for me are small monitors on stands. I've never considered them before, but I heard some things at two recent audio shows that turned my head (mostly the new KEF LS50s, the little Harbeths, and a recommendation from a friend of the Opera Mezza.) I'm intrigued by little speakers now.
Based on the size of my room, any opinions out there about my choices? I really like planars, but I'm afraid of them not working well in this size room. Any opinions are welcome, thanks!
Jenn


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Topic - Best choices for smallish room - jennconducts 12:20:10 08/12/12 (39)

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