KEF LS50 <- Desktop speakers?

[pkeynote]

Hi!
I am looking for a new set of speakers for my computer, after reading for more than a month I think that I should go with a pair of KEF's LS50 and a NAD 3020D as the amplifier and DAC for them.
The only concern I have now is speaker placement, they will be really close from me (Computer desktop) But as they are designed for nearfield that is no problem. But they will have to be really near to the rear wall (2") I supose I should Use the foam for the bass port.Any experiences on this? Will I loose a lot of bass with that foam?
Thanks

 

[tyhjaarpa]

LS50's are amazing speakers and can recommend them. How ever I can't answer to that how they are from really close range or when sealed. Have you consider active speakers? Genelec for example have some really nice monitors that sound good even from closes ranges.

 

[shadyJ]

The LS50s should work well in a near-field setup. I wouldn't bother plugging the port. If you plug the port, you will lose a lot of bass response. 2" should be adequate room for the port.

 

[Lulimet]

Or you can get the self powered X300A for $600. No need for the Nad amp.

http://www.amazon.com/KEF-X300A-Digital-Speaker-System/dp/B00AXYKF30/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1413032800&sr=1-1&keywords=kef+x300a

 

[pkeynote]

I think I will go for the KEF's if they dont convince me they will be returned,
About aplifier. NAD 3020D or Yamaha RN500?

 

[crossedover]

Which thread do I follow

 

[pkeynote]

Will go for the Yamaha RN-500