Why are standmount speakers...

[drummerman]

The problem I have with wider than deep cabinets is that it is far more obvious if the finish/design is so so.

The 685s2 dispel that myth very quickly. And probably some others too.

Franky the s2 looks and feels cheap and nasty compared to the s1.

Well, there are always exceptions, especially so at the budget end.

 

[drummerman]

I have previously owned Audio-note speakers and currently own MAD 1920 speakers and bought both simply because they work well close to walls and in the case of the Audionotes in corners*. I have been put off by many a "bookshelf" speaker that is too deep AND then needs breathing space between it and the rear wall. Function over form for me on this one...... although I did quite like the look of the Audionotes in a funny kind of way

* When I could only place speakers in corners in my static caravan there really wasn't much choice

You have fantastic speakers.

I had the pleasure of experiencing them with a top Project Micro system.