Which bookshelf speakers should I buy ?

[Lombardo]

I'm planning to buy a Pioneer Elite SC-61 receiver but it would be used in a small piece, so I really need to use bookshelf speakers but I have difficulty finding ones that have a good bass and that have the full range of frequencies needed. Using a subwoofer to compensate for the bass side is not an option. As the SC-61 is outputting 125 W per channel, I don't know which ones to buy.

One precision, I plan to use only two speakers.

Thanks for help !

Denis Morin
Québec City, Canada

 

[j_garcia]

Very few bookshelf speakers are going to have "full range" capabilities, but there are some that are better in terms of bass. The REAL question is HOW MUCH? This is one of those things where a very small budget and the requirements won't blend.

 

[STRONGBADF1]

What is your budget?


Edit: see what happens when your son asks you something mid post... Mr. Garcia asks your question for you.

 

[Hellcommute]

Focal has a pronounced bottom end in all of their speakers. They are also known for excellent tweeters. I would give them a listen. Have fun.

 

[Lombardo]

Up to 1000$ for the speakers.

 

[STRONGBADF1]

Up to 1000$

I haven't had the opportunity to audition these yet but they have a reputation for having very good bass extension for a bookshelf speaker.

Sierra-1 Bamboo Loudspeaker

Specifications

Typical In-Room Frequency Response 39Hz - 22kHz ± 3dB In-Room Sensitivity 87dB @ 1 watt / 1 meter Frequency Response (Anechoic) 44Hz - 22kHz ± 3dB Sensitivity (Anechoic) 86.5dB @ 1 watt / 1 meter Average Impedance 8 ohms Minimum Recommended Power 45 watts Maximum Continuous Power* 200 watts Maximum Short Term Peak Power* 400 watts Cabinet Exclusive V-LAM™ construction featuring vertically laminated bamboo. Bass reflex via flared rear port tube Dimensions H x W x D** 14.25" x 7.5" x 10.5" Weight (each) 20 lbs each Shipping Weight (pair) 43 lbs per pair Tweeter (1) 26mm high-definition soft dome tweeter w/integrated elastomer wave guide, wide surround, low-viscosity magnetic fluid cooling, pole-piece damping chamber. Fully manufactured by SEAS of Norway Woofer (1) proprietary 5.25” long throw mineral-filled polypropylene cone, non-resonant cast aluminum frame, copper shorting rings, low-inductance motor assembly, vented pole-piece and vented spider. Connectors (2) gold plated all metal 5 way binding posts. Inserts (1) ¼” x 20 inserts for mounting to stands Warranty 7 year parts and labor *Unclipped peaks **Grille Off <tbody> </tbody>

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[shadyJ]

The Philharmonitors look to have great extension as well, with 42Hz - 30kHz (+/- 2db) response, that is terrific for bookshelf speakers. The overall performance promises to be excellent, not just the bass extension, those measurements are very good.

 

[Pyrrho]

If you are planning on sticking the speakers on stands, you could use tower speakers without taking up any more floor space. You could then get deeper bass.

 

[Lombardo]

I have to put them on a desk where is my computer and my other audio video components. I would prefer to have tower speakers but I'm limited in space.

Thanks !

 

[AcuDefTechGuy]

The DefTech SM65:

Test Report: Definitive Technology StudioMonitor SM65 and SM45 Speakers & Supercube 8000 Subwoofer | Sound and Vision Magazine

Bass output, SM65 (CEA-2010 standard):
31.5 Hz: 87.5 dB
Low bass (40-63 Hz) average: 108.1 dB
40 Hz: 108.5 dB
50 Hz: 107.7 dB
63 Hz: 108.0 dB
Bass limits SM45: 95.4 dB at 40 Hz

SM65 FR: 43 Hz to 20 kHz ±3.5 dB