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Post by zymphad on Apr 17, 2015 9:40:13 GMT -5
Hello,
I'm using my old speakers for TV setup. I need speakers for desktop use. Near-field desktop use only. Was wondering which would be better? Emotiva Airmotiv 5S or 6S? I would like 6S but thinking size may be an issue. Also thinking, would 6S be overkill considering I will be only a few feet away from the speakers. Will not be using any subwoofer, never have and likely never will.
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Post by vcautokid on Apr 17, 2015 10:17:13 GMT -5
The 5s is a great choice. Though if you can swing the space, more headroom, richer bass with the 6s. Either way, your going to love them both.
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Post by AudioHTIT on Apr 17, 2015 12:41:47 GMT -5
Agreed, either would be great depending on how much space you have. I use the older Airmotive 5's which I like very much, but wouldn't hesitate to switch to the 6 (or newer 6S).
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Post by danny01 on Apr 17, 2015 13:22:17 GMT -5
If you're not using a sub, the 6s might be the better choice.
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Post by garbulky on Apr 17, 2015 13:42:01 GMT -5
At nearfield I don't think the 5s would be a problem.
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Post by brand on Apr 17, 2015 13:46:34 GMT -5
Don't worry about the size even if its just a couple feet.
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Post by adaboy on Apr 17, 2015 15:14:26 GMT -5
Don't worry about the size even if its just a couple feet. Size always matters......  Either will work, I've heard the 5's and they sound great. If it were me I'd get the 6's since you do not want a subwoofer. |
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Post by garbulky on Apr 17, 2015 15:42:05 GMT -5
What music source are you going to use? Do you have a DAC?
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Post by Boomzilla on Apr 17, 2015 16:19:30 GMT -5
Hi zymphad - Honestly, I'd recommend the Airmotiv 4s for desktop use. They're the right size, sound better than they have any right to, cost less than the bigger brothers, and (to my ears) sound just as good. Happy Shopping! Boom |
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Post by Gary Cook on Apr 17, 2015 16:23:26 GMT -5
Hi zymphad - Honestly, I'd recommend the Airmotiv 4s for desktop use. They're the right size, sound better than they have any right to, cost less than the bigger brothers, and (to my ears) sound just as good. Happy Shopping! Boom I'm with Boom 100% on this one, Airmotive 4's are unbeatable for the desktop. Cheers Gary |
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Post by Boomzilla on Apr 17, 2015 16:26:25 GMT -5
AND - for near field monitoring, the 4's have AMAZING bass!
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Post by garbulky on Apr 17, 2015 16:31:43 GMT -5
I would have said airmotiv 4 too but you only gave me two choices. Hehe. The AM4 did great in my small living room with no subwoofer (within reason)!
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Post by Loop 7 on Apr 17, 2015 18:06:09 GMT -5
5s
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Post by redog on Apr 17, 2015 19:30:57 GMT -5
The 6s in my opinion are way to big for desktop use. They are more for stand mounting as mains.
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Post by zymphad on Apr 17, 2015 21:18:02 GMT -5
Thanks for all the feedback. I'm thinking 5S may be what I am looking for. I'll be using a dedicated DAC (dual wolfson 8742 with pre-amp variable output) with my computer.
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