Hello,
I recently tried out some KEF R500s and in the shop they sounded fantastic, great detail with controlled and balanced bass. The dealer suggested I try them at home for a weekend. I was glad I did. When placed in my home the detail was jarring and the bass was over powering. This may be because of different amps (in the shop Arcam A19, home Arcam Solo), but I susspect its more likely the placement and room size and shape. One of the speakers has to go against a side wall, there's no where else for it to go.
So what other speakers in the same price bracket should I be looking at. Ideally ones which aren't too picky about placement.
I recently tried out some KEF R500s and in the shop they sounded fantastic, great detail with controlled and balanced bass. The dealer suggested I try them at home for a weekend. I was glad I did. When placed in my home the detail was jarring and the bass was over powering. This may be because of different amps (in the shop Arcam A19, home Arcam Solo), but I susspect its more likely the placement and room size and shape. One of the speakers has to go against a side wall, there's no where else for it to go.
So what other speakers in the same price bracket should I be looking at. Ideally ones which aren't too picky about placement.