Top 10 Stand Mount Speakers of ALL-TIME!

[@marcdupont9591]

For my self Pro-Ac one Sc in my system for over 20 years and still love it!!

[@tweakerman]

I met the designer of those epos, he used to live in Watford, here in the uk, he now lives in France, he's a lovely guy.

[@FredVanAllenRealtor]

I am 70 and owned LS35A's in the mid 1970's. It is hard for me to believe that almost 50 years later, they are still being talked about.

[@darrellross8609]

F, I got a short time ago, Sound Artist LS35A's very pleased with them. No problems ordering, no taxes. Best, D.

[@mxmmlsk]

thank you steve for picking my system! love your channel! such a sympathic guy you are! best greets from berlin ❤ max

[@NawMan357]

superb looking and I would imagine superb sounding 😊

[@mxmmlsk]

@@NawMan357 thank you! i am happy and so are my friends when theyre around! 😊

[@jamescease4280]

How do you spell your integrated amps name? Beautiful looking.

[@mxmmlsk]

@@jamescease4280 its a leben cs600x, they built beautiful tube amps! u just need high efficiency speakers. 🤝😊

[@audiolife5038]

Beuatiful system mate :-)!

[@bradjeter8090]

Being a mini-monitor guy, I have tried and owned scores over decades. My all time favorite ( I recently restored a pair) is the Celestion SL700.

[@keplermission]

Yeah but you know, the SL700 have cobex woofers, it's a very cheap plastic and you know for natural sound, most prefer paper. I mean that goes back to the EMI (records) DLS 529, a speaker that came from the old Empire Britain, before they had to join Europe as the poor man's kit builder. The Sinclair C5 car followed a range of Audio from the same designer but it was sold to Alan Sugar of AMSTRAD. Britain became you know a really poor country after we called in their debts in the 1950s. So the SL-700 was designed by Alan Boothroyd M Des RCA, FSCD, FRSA of Boothroyd Stuart and yeah, the SL-700 you know were toned for Meridian amplifiers. No surprises there but you know we can tell who is posting on here from England. Very few American products imported into Britain.

[@lilpoindexter]

Thanks for recommending the OG RP600M's Steve...and thanks for being responsible for me falling down the rabbit hole

[@billywindsock9597]

The Epos speakers were really very good. A bit picky with the front end, but when they worked, they really worked.

[@matthieus1165]

Thanks Steve. Very nice collection and sharing of experiences. I love the Dynaudio Heritage Special and listening to them for 6 months now. Could not agree more with your findings about this speaker.

[@fingray-o9v]

Though my system had been down, I have had Linn Kans for over 20 years. Last week I managed to bring my system back to life after 6 years. Old Linn did have Keilidh active speakers. New Rega amp needed passive speakers, so paired it with the Kans. Everyone who has heard the Kans is stunned by how excellent those little speakers sound. Now I’m thinking about Zu speakers, though I will be keeping these.

[@keplermission]

You know Linn as of the Linn Sondek? They used an old AR, American turntable for their LP12 and their Linn Kahns were ... more of the same cobbled-together scrap, the Kahns were made from some moldy old cabinets bought from the sale of the Chartwell factory, just a heap of these you know Ls3/5A cabinets lying in among some other trash and an old toilet seat. But Linn had great engineers and were based in Scotland for maximum profits. But Zu are not where you go after Linn. That would be like you know, not the right choice for your trained ear.

[@fingray-o9v]

@@keplermission thanks for your insight

[@writenamehere0000]

My favorite Stand Mount ones are German company Ecouton Audiolabor LQL50 (Year 1992). Amazing... So many layers of deep dark bass, gentle silky tone tweeter, midrange pulled a bit backwards (sound wise)... Unbelievable speakers TO MY EARS of course. Requires a strong amplifier.

[@karolyfreyler5716]

All time best viewer’s system for me! It really resonates with my taste. Records only, tubes, excellent!

[@mxmmlsk]

thank you very much! that is exactly my thinking. i have no problem looking left and right, but itll always come back to tubes and analog 💕🤝

[@michaelsmullen9891]

I love the way that you have remained so passionate about your likes!

[@axelwunsch2366]

My favorite is still the Buchardt S400 MKII and the floorstanding speakers Aperion Grand Tower ❤️

[@jorgebravo7980]

I knew Steve liked the Buchardts S400MkII but not this much! Glad to see a speaker I own in this list. Great sound, great fun and great price

[@timmccleary8615]

My personal favorite stand mount speakers are the original B&W Matrix 805. I bought them back in the earl y 90's and they've been my main speakers since.

[@ChicagoRob2]

I’ve had mine for 27 years. Incredible speakers that reveal every nuance.

[@briandeeley1599]

I bought a pair of B&W Matrix 2's back in 95 and they are still sound great.

[@roybertalotto6355]

ADS 710, KLH17, EPI100, B&O RL60, KEF103.2, KEF LS50 Metas, Large Advent, Klipsch 600m and 600m II

[@devoncrowe6433]

The best stand mount speakers that I have personally owned were the Revel M126Be. These have been followed by the floor standing F226Be. Both of these can currently be found online with significant discounts.

[@jerrypowers7671]

I only had one pair of stand mount speakers in my life and it was a long long time ago. I had a set of Bose 301's and i loved them. I have upgraded many times since then and now have a pair of Heresy IV.

[@rosswarren436]

I recommended the Bose 301 to my retired schoolteacher neighbor years ago. She's 84 now and still rocking them.

[@carlsitler9071]

Your first is an MTM which is what I have now (Triad LCR). I have it on a 100hz high pass and bi-amp 4 Marantz 15" woofers 100hz low pass (Emotiva and Marantz).

[@Jeffiekins]

These are all great choices. I especially like how Steve compared many of them to the LS-35a, which at least all us old guys are familiar with, as a reference. I have some nominations for honorable mentions: 1- When I heard the LS-35a I was really inspired by the soundstage, and frustrated by its limitations. I ended up taking the inspiration and frustration and buying the *B&W DM-12,* which I still use as the front speakers for my home theater. I bought them from a store in London; with shipping to the States, they were a little over $400 ($700, I think, in U.S. stores at the time). 2- *Celestion SL-6* family. Pick your favorite. I sold the original SL-6 in '84; I think they were $1000. Straight-up revolutionary, at the time. 3- Here's a literally _shocking_ nom; you literally _have_ to hear these: *Realistic Minimus 7.* This was Radio Shack's "house brand". In the mid-70s, they went on sale every summer for $50 a pair. I got them in white, black, and silver. My daughter uses a pair with a Bose woofer/amp for her apartment home theater. I have a pair on my desk at work, and I gave a pair to a young audiophile friend, who literally can't believe how good they sound, even with a mid-grade amp. 1" dome tweeter, 4" woofer in a cast aluminum cabinet. They put up a _very_ solid soundstage in near-field or mid-field configurations, and next to a reinforcing surface (table or back wall) will play rock and roll at ridiculous SPLs, and if you listen at moderate levels, you won't even miss a sub. By the widest possible margin, the best speaker for the money I've ever heard. My boss is _very_ impressed with the pair on my desk, and he has Von Schweikerts at home. Full disclosure: this is coming from a clown with a main system powered by the Magnepan MG-IIIa, bi-amped.

[@misterchuck6866]

I have the Linn Kans and a pair of Falcons. I'd add the Spica TC-50 (which I've had) as a legend. Oh and the original Audio Physic Steps.

[@abboberg]

I almost felt a twinge of guilt after reading your post, since I had dropped off a pair of lightly-used Minimums 7s at Goodwill a few months ago. I thought they were great back in the day and gifted my mom with them. They were sold out all over the US around Christmas time back in the 80s, but I found a pair at a Radio Shack in the tiny town of Thomas Oklahoma (I was traveling past there on business). After my mom passed, I acquired them and was able to A-B them with more modern speakers in a similar size range. Man, technology has really, really progressed.

[@michaelscheerer1986]

Thanks for this excellent collection, Steve. 6 months ago I bought stand mount speakers to replace my Gauder floor standig speakers: the Swedish brand Marten, model Parker Duo. I enjoyed every Minute with these outstanding speakers. They are amazing and I will keep them for many years to come.

[@superdougie10]

Steve, Harbeth are the bomb. They also have a classic line and a revised classic line that are more lively and dynamic and not so stodgy. Of all you mentioned the Harbeth would be my very first choice.

[@drewrozz]

Loving my Devore Fidelity Gibbon 3XL standmounts. Also have a pair of Klipsch RP600M that truly got me into hifi with low powered class A amps.

[@TO-vw3sy]

Totem Acoustics Model 1, my fav all time stand mount

[@Ralf.M]

May Favorit is the LS 50 Meta - they play at my home and i love the sound ♥️♥️♥️

[@net_news]

GoldenEar BRX are amazing, image like crazy!

[@PaulMaison]

Buchardt S400 Mk2 Totem Mani Totem Model One B&W CDM 1 Elac UBR62 Musician Knight 1 Triangle Comete 40th Anniversary Polk Reserve R200 Golden Ear BRX Thiel SCS4

[@TedTheAccountant65]

SVS Prime Bookshelf speakers hit every sweet spot I wanted

[@oohtob6685]

I had Epos e11. Still remembered the sound and loved them.

[@garyontiveros]

I purchased the Buchardt S400 MKII's this past January and I paired them with the Marantz Model 40n. All I can say is wow. I auditioned about 7 different sets of speakers ranging from 1k to 5k and none of them compared. Although I will give a shout out to the Elac Uni-fi Reference in combination with this Marantz. Flawless and a close second to the Buchardt's. Great review!

[@cmessi]

What speakers you auditioned?

[@zefrog7482]

One of my all-time favourites, bit of an outside choice...but the KEF 103.2's, was the first speaker that really wowed me way back when.

[@joakim5465]

My absolute favorites among all I've owned: Triangle Magellan Duetto SW2 now owns! And Dynaudio special 25, Audiovector r1 arreté also had some quality!

[@geoffreybritain8878]

My three most memorable bookshelves, all of which I still own; Tannoy 605 (Sixes) on their dedicated stands. Singular vintage. Dynaudio Emit 10 Book​shel​f Speakers Omega Speaker Systems Super 3i Monitors Bespoke w/a Front Baffle of Reclaimed Barnwood Even with only a modest income, good eq. can be had. Only the Emit 10s were bought preowned.

[@melbguy1]

My top 10 list of stand mount speakers is very different from your Steve. In no particular order- - Borresen 01-SSE - Magico Mini 2 - Sonus Faber Guarneri Homage - Joseph Audio Pulsar 2 graphene - Wilson Benesch Endeavour 3Zero - QLN Signature - Dutch & Dutch 8c - Marten Parker Duo Diamond Edition - Acora Acoustics SRB - Falcon LS3/5a Golden Madrone 50th Anniversary Limited Edition As a sidebar, my 'under the radar' nomination goes to the Audio Solutions Virtuoso B, whilst my vote for best value high end stand mounts goes to the Marten Oscar Duo

[@MRPC5]

I briefly owned the latest p3esr and frankly felt that nostalgia accounted for at least 50% of the asking price. I think that reviews seriously downplay its significant limitations.

[@ichbinshaltne]

Yeah i tested many BBC Monitors. I fehlt Rust only Sterlings give enought bang for my buck.

[@SpyderTracks]

I’ve got some Buchardt S300 Mk2’s, I do think the Buchardts offer an awful lot for their price point. I’m a huge fan, and Mads is such a lovely and passionate guy, so helpful, he was emailing me on Christmas Day as I prepared to purchase.

[@cmessi]

Can you describe the sound?

[@SpyderTracks]

@cmessi big sound for a bookshelf, I guess they're a bit larger than a lot of bookshelves, go down to 35Hz which was what attracted me, so sub is less of a requirement. Warm sound, good with any recording, more a jack of all trades than ultra resolving

[@hillelbrandes1488]

My favorite standmount is the one I have now: Gato-Audio FM-8.

[@cunningtim]

I have the similar Epos ES11, which is also terrific, magical especially with female vocals like Ella Fitzgerald

[@Ghost-Matrix]

My all time fav: ATC SCM 7 v1

[@Martian128]

Have a pair of SCM 11 v2's (with a small REL sub) which i really, really admire - but it's not a love affair yet (they do drums for days though!). Wondering if maybe the 7's would be a better choice for my nearfield setup ...

[@DH-og5yr]

@@Martian128Genelec

[@run_taurus7635]

the best standpoint i have ever heard (owned) Harbeth M30.2 ... wish i still had them

[@datdudeinred]

That system of the day deserves an award.

[@mxmmlsk]

thank you so much! 😂🎉 ill take it!

[@Another_Audiophile]

I don’t know about top or best but my personal favorite bookshelf speaker is the Harbeth P3ESR.

[@davids2214]

Best I've heard are the Dutch and Dutch 8c. Steve, I'll bet you'd love them!

[@jwbh0150]

I've been using Proac Tablette 50's for over 10 years and still love the sound. It's so detailed. I would have thought proac tablette may have made your list

[@Clint_the_Audio-Photo_Guy]

If you like the LS50 Meta, take a listen to the Totem Sky/Bison monitor. Side by side, the Totems are amazing. Bigger soundstage, more dynamics, more low level detail, warmer tone. The LS50 Meta is less expensive though, and give decent sound for the money. Zero cabinet coloration is their strong suit IMO.

[@aussie_philosopher8079]

I think Steve's reviews are really good. They are accurate, I bought the b&w 705 s2 and thought they were exactly as reviewed. Couldn't be happier.

[@kamadeva1]

That was an amazing viewer system of the day!!

[@bobb.9917]

I am on your fringes…but in your mix, Steve…I own a pair of DynAudio Contour 20s in white which I find to be INCREDIBLE both visually and sonically!…The craftsmanship WOWs me…..I also own the immediate predecessor to The Golden Ear BRX..a pair of "sockless" 😬 Golden Ear AON 3s. I believe its the same ribbon tweeter, a mid-bass woofer with wave guide and they have 2 passive radiators, as well! They seem to do everything that you describe about The BRXs! 😀👍🏼

[@MrBonger88]

Dynaudio Heritage Special . Dutch & Dutch 8c if going active

[@gdwlaw5549]

The Venus Blanca 2’s with three way ribbon tweeters and mid soft dome by penguin labs. The matching sub was a special truffle design.

[@obibaddad1991]

Met 7's. These got me through all of the drought periods waiting for my new "main speakers" to arrive. Got them in the late 70's and still have them in my office powered by a Yamaha CR 420.

[@scooter6038]

I still own and love a pair of Linns. Great bass but very hungry for power.

[@stevenstjohn9207]

- Vintage Sonus Faber Electa's- just purchased - Origional NHT Super Zeros- both listened to near-field

[@scottzahn3298]

Two of my favorites are LS50 Metas and Revel M20. Just ordered a pair of B&W Formation Duos, and I look forward to seeing how they stack up.

[@rickp6303]

Fischer & Fischer Slate Speakers are here in the USA now ! Real Game-Changer

[@aussierob7177]

My favourite stand mount speaker of all time was the Rogers Studio 1. It is a British speaker made in England. It includes a bextrene bass- mid. driver. A Celestion tweeter, and a KEF super tweeter. Power handling was 300 watts continuous into 8 ohms. A very neutral sounding speaker that produced all types of music effortlessly.

[@fletchermunson6225]

Dynaudio Special 40, Proac 1SC/FE. Celestion SL700.

[@oldschoolaudioenthusiast]

My favorite high performance bargain stand mount speaker of all time the Emotiva B1+ $279.00 per pair. They perform way above their price.

[@ronsenzel9056]

Would actually caught my ear. The most of this video is when Steve said the bedroom system, which is also the kitchen. The bedroom is in the kitchen? Still a great video, and I do own one pair of speakers on his top 10 list.

[@jamescease4280]

I had the Spica TC60's with a Janis W1 subwoofer for over 20 years in my main system. They produced a holographic image few speakers could equal.

[@RogerBergqvist]

LINN has always been special to me. Crazy expensive but awesome. Remember LINN Isobarik floor speaker. It was probably that speaker plus of course the LINN Sondek LP12 that caught my eye on the brand. They are a bit like Cyrus, but much more expensive. LINN I have unfortunately never heard of Kans.

[@Labor_Jones]

'm so old who knew about stand mounts in the 60s and 70s - lol all the speakers I ever had were enclosed till the JBL 4311s that had just come out, or several AR, Packard Bell (what are those, etc. ;) They played against a WALL of some sort & having speakers in the ROOM 3 feet away seemed CRAZY! ... but as I mention that was a long time ago. - m

[@Borednlonely]

Harbeth 30.2 XD are my favourite speakers

[@robertwright5487]

I had a set of ARs some years ago that I really enjoyed. I don't remember the model. They were lost during a move😔. Another set that I really enjoyed is Pioneer HPM 100s. They magically disappeared out the back door when visiting my parents 🙄.

[@byeck63]

My first speakers were AR18LS bookshelfs/standmounts. They were the last to use the paper tweeters. I really wish I had kept them, they offered something that no other speakers I've owned since has. They were deficient in bass, but the rest was very engaging.

[@liamporter1137]

Yeah, Klipsch RP600M is absolutely value for the money. But it can be bright at times and therefore need to match with the right equipment. Its airiness and brightness (irony) can be addictive. When I go back to more warm and expensive speakers, I can at times miss the Klipsch sound.

[@rosswarren436]

Yes. There's no such thing as the "perfect" speaker - at any price. So maybe the "solution" is to have two different models and rotate them in and out of your system every few months to always give you a "fresh" sound to appreciate. The RP600M MK2 would be part of that equation, especially if paired with a nice tube amp.

[@soundingrooves]

Great system from viewer Max. He also is a great guy and his system was also featured on my channel. Great video as always Steve ✌🏼

[@mxmmlsk]

❤❤❤

[@warrenkeppler9217]

I've loved the KEF Ref 101, for years, I love that t27 tweeter.

[@SuperMcgenius]

Heard most on the list, I would add an old one, the ADS 810, 👍

[@stevezeidman7224]

I’m an ADS man too! L710s for me. Still have them. 44 years.

[@rosswarren436]

Yes, I have some L520 that'll I'll keep forever. The great thing about ADS as far as I know is that they used quality crossover components, without any electrolytic capacitors that dry out and change value over time, so even though my L520 are over 40 years old, they still sound fine.

[@tobiaxelsson]

Suprised Dynaudio Special 25 isn't on the list since Steve likes Dynaudio. It's my favorite back and the original finish of the S25 was to die for.

[@gustoaudio8711]

Ophidian Minimos are pretty special little things, astonishing scale from tiny boxes, great imaging and just a lot of fun to listen to

[@JamesJoyce12]

the LS50 answers the question that every other stand-mount must answer - my last speaker.

[@briandeeley1599]

I still have my last speaker for the last 28 years, B&W 805 Matrix 2.

[@virksim9864]

You could do a review of the Dynavoice Challenger S-5 speakers! They are very cheap but praised in many places! They have good indicators and a very compact design! Front and surround speakers. Model: S-5 Power Handling (RMS): 75 W Power handling (Max): 100 W Woofer: 5.25 inch Tweeter: 1" Super Audio Frequency Range: 55 - 32,000 Hz Sensitivity: 87 dB Crossover Frequencies: 3700 Hz Nominal Impedance: 4 Ohms

[@stavrosvenizelos610]

What an excellent collection of standmount speakers! I liked this video because it included older models, speakers from different countries, real-world speakers, not ultra-expensive stuff, different technologies or approaches to sound. I liked that there was an active design from Genelec in the list. As always, I also liked the background wall behind the reviewer.

[@keplermission]

You know I went to a Hi-Fi store and there were sometimes used, preowned stuff for sale, trade-ins. So one time they had this harman/kardon 430 'Twin-Powered' and wow, it was just the most addictive sound ever, ever, ever. But looking back it had a sound very similar to a harman/kardon 330c, just awesome for the power. So the 430 was too heavy to carry but one time I got a deal on this A 402 that I have and it had the same power button, a red you know, illuminated tube. So the A 402 I got was not as good as 430 but after many years and a lot of work, it's far better and today I can hear sound from the speakers and listen to you know, some other part of the recording up above me on the ceiling, you know it's the sound stage from just two speakers out front. I never knew the A 402 was as good as it is now and it still has all original components and you know, it's better than SONY V-FET you know?

[@tothemax324]

Viewer system easy win so far this year

[@mxmmlsk]

❤ i think there where a lot good ones this year!

[@1046C]

ikr

[@StanThePigeon]

I know exactly why you’re partial to it! 😊. Nice rig!

[@hilde45]

I really enjoy what comes out of your word blender!

[@chriswilson1853]

Those Epos ES14s look a bit like my old Mordaunt-Short MS30s, and I strongly suspect they are closely related given that Mordaunt-Short owned Epos at that time. I remember opening them up and noticing the lack of crossover components.

[@mikeibby69]

Jamo Concert 8, Sonus Faber Concertino, Mission 760i SE (budget) All 3 are very good in their own ways.

[@satwikmohanty4132]

Hi Steve I consider myself a student of yours. Great videos with knowledge. I am on my journey but I already feel like an audiophile.😊 I request you to please review the BIC AMERICA VENTURI dv62si bookshelf speakers. Love the vibe that u spread.

[@kylemayer8486]

I absolutely loved my epos elan 15s, but happily upgraded to elan 35s when a good pair appeared on the market. The 15s were perfect, except for missing a little of the bottom end. But they sang.

[@Noname0670]

JBL studio 530 4 life!

[@HAL-ry5fl]

I'm with you on this. I've had a lot of mid-priced speakers, but the 530 reproduces vocals very very nicely. I can afford something more expensive, but I just keep these as my primary.

[@TheNaka9]

Excellent picks Steve! Of course the list can be enlarged with some models from Sonus Faber, Reference 3A, Spendor, Totem, ProAc, Neat, just to name a few. Three bookshelf speakers make my list: the Sonus Faber Concertino, the Totem Model 1 and the Kef LS50, for marvelous sound and great value for money. I still use the last two with great joy :)

[@keplermission]

Not enlarged by Sonus Faber of Europe, Totem of Canada and some old brands from England, mostly now owned by China. (You'll note that TheNaka9 has not one American design to suggest, now isn't that nice?) Just on the EPOS 14, this speaker actually copied the American 'network-free' idea of just a high-pass filter, a capacitor on the tweeter. Loads of American designs like the Oaktron CA-12 used that layout and the woofer you know ran full range. Radio Shack used these high pass filters too, the Audio Division used to be all run from Fort Worth in Texas but Canada did offer up some of the later ... cheap stuff for not only European markets, Radio Shack here in the US did have Canadian cut-price RS designs.

[@TheNaka9]

@@keplermission I can add the Paragon Regent, one of my most memorable speakers made in the USA… although this was a floorstander.

[@binksdave]

Neat Petite Classics! All day baby!

[@MikeK6046]

Steve, "your" choices are some good ones, anyway it just boils down to a person's personal taste/ likes

[@PhotographyInFlight4183]

Thanks captain obvious.

[@MikeK6046]

@@PhotographyInFlight4183 No problem, anytime!

[@rickpierce3650]

Great list. I'll agree with the KEF Metas and Klipsch RP-600 (the original model), but my fave stand mounts have been the B&W CM1, bought years ago and, yes, mounted on the B&W stands. Smooth highs and decent bottom end -- I still don't have them paired with a sub! I've got the KEF's paired up with two REL subs, which gives them a nice bottom end punch, but adding subs makes a good comparison impossible.

[@harleyn3089]

My main speakers, which I'm watching this on, are Zu Audio Druid Credenzas which I've had upgraded by Zu twice. (They currently have 2021 Druid 5 full range drivers and Soul Superfly tweeters.) I love them. They would qualify as "stand mount", though I currently have them on a desk. They do need a subwoofer to sound their best.

[@iancanuckistan2244]

I've got a set of the Kef LS50's and a pair of Spica TC-50's. The Spica's are smoother and I'm sure if I had Kef Meta's they would be pretty close.

[@gordthor5351]

@iancanuckistan2244 The LS50s are as smooth as the front end (or source) you give them. They are extremely finicky speakers, but if you get everything right they play way above their price point.

[@briandeeley1599]

i heard the Spica's one time long ago and they sounded great.

[@qualifierswedenab8767]

Great list of speakers! You should also look in to Cabasse 🤗

[@carmelovillena6174]

my favorite of all time is bose acoustimust standmount spakers man! its sound AMAZING!

[@alstonmaccow9386]

Buchardt s400 is my speaker

[@davidchorney8740]

My favorite: Green Mountain Audio Eos HX by the late great Roy Johnson.

[@tee-jaythestereo-bargainph2120]

Thanks Steve i been wanting to try the Golden ears for a long time now

[@ruger6049]

Totem One are best mini-monitors for the price at the time in my room. Loved them. Miss them. Sigh*

[@stephenscharf6293]

Very nice analysis and perspective, Steve. I don't have a list of 10, but here's my favorite stand mount speakers, not listed in any order: 1) Harbeth 30.2 40th Anniversary (I own these & they're my primary speaker.) 2) Dynaudio Confidence C1 3) GR-Research X-LS Encore (also own these) 4) Mon Acoustics PlatiMon Virtual Coaxial One 5) Rogers JR149 6) Evolution Acoustics Micro One, 7) Andrew's MoFi SourcePoint 10 and 8) last but not least, the amazing TAD CR1, probably the finest loudspeaker I've ever heard (also designed by Andrew) Cheers!

[@SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac]

I love your list, I just recently heard JR 149 speakers again after a gazillion years. Really sweet.

[@stephenscharf6293]

@@SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac Thanks, Steve. You may not remember, but we "met" online during one of the SF Audiophile Society meetups a couple years back when you and Herb were on. I'll also send photos of my "Viewer System" as a candidate for VSotD, I think you'll find it interesting. Cheers.

[@TonyMusicArts]

PARADIGM REFERENCE SIGNATURE S4 FLOORSTANDING SPEAKERS. I bought the entire Paradigm Signature Series set-up with the C3 and the ADPs , when they came out. 11.2 Set Up. Birdseye Maple. Stunning sound and looks, right to this moment in every way. ❤

[@mikeunivers]

loudspeaker stand vs hanging speaker what will be the difference, How does it affect if I want to hang the speaker from a hanging steel cable?

[@petermc4693]

After listening to most of the brands covered in Steve's favorites (Dynaudio, Focal, Harbeth, also Marten, Raidho, others) then hearing the PranaFidelity stand mount speakers at a couple of shows more than 10 years ago, I decided to buy them. They've been with me since and I have yet to hear another speaker that brings me more music listening enjoyment.

[@kevintan2221]

The early generation Acoustic Energy AE1s

[@dilbyjones]

First speaker is sublime.

[@mpersad]

Very pleased to see the KEF LS50 META's on the list. I grew up in Maidstone, Kent, in the 1970s, where the company established themselves and are based to this day. I was never in a position to afford a pair of their speakers, but I remember how cool it was to have such a prestigious hi-fi company in the town! Top choices of stand mount speakers, and another terrific video. Thank you, Steve.

[@rosswarren436]

Great list Steve! I'm still loving my rather large stand mount vintage ADS L520 speakers in one room. I'll never sell them. Why speakers of old were nearly full range, but ones today aren't, is something of a mystery to me. Seems so many roll off at 50Hz now, necessitating the use of a subwoofer. Yes, I'm going to buy some JBL L100 Classics for my living room and be happy but will likely have to pair them with a REL or SVS subwoofer.