Small wall mounted speakers that sound good

[Jazzer]

We have just moved house and downsized somewhat.
The result of this means that my beloved old hifi has basically nowhere suitable to go.
My LP12 and other kit used to stand on an old Partington table, similar to a Target stand.
I was thinking of putting the LP12 on an IKEA Lack table and just having my amps underneath.
Anyone done anything like this?

My far bigger problem is what to do about the speakers.
For the last 25 years I have used Epos ES11on their own stands.
I don’t think I can fit them into the new room so I was wondering if anyone knows of any modern small wall mount speakers that don’t sound too shabby?
Unfortunately, I think stands are out.
I have considered Kans but I don’t really want to buy something that is as old as they are now, unless they can be reliably refurbished.
Even then, I’m not sure I could get them past the wife, lol.

 

[hifi-dog]

atc scm7? depends on your amps though..

 

[mand]

Amphion argon 0 can be wall mounted with their wall bracket kit.

 

[James Evans]

Where are you putting your vinyl, does that offer a surface to put stuff on? Dali menuet possibly re speakers, although rear ported

 

[Brown Bottle]

atc scm7? depends on your amps though..

I thought of those straight away.

Cheers BB

 

[Hoopsontoast]

atc scm7? depends on your amps though..

There are the HTS7 wall mounted versions for this exact application

 

[guydarryl]

I haven’t listened to them (or any other speakers in years) but the new version Rega Kyte look interesting and seem to have been well received .

 

[Peter McDermott]

Where are you putting your vinyl, does that offer a surface to put stuff on? Dali menuet possibly re speakers, although rear ported

I second this suggestion and these speakers are designed to be wall-mounted as well as working on stands.

Best wishes, Peter

 

[starbuck]

Spendor SR5 are a wall mount design (they come with dedicated mounting plates), I enjoyed them a lot when I had them.

 

[Paul Hindle]

I was wondering if anyone knows of any modern small wall mount speakers that don’t sound too shabby?

Dynaudio Emit M10s on Target wall brackets (or similar). Sound lovely in my 2nd system. They really surprised me despite the great reviews. Emit 10s are the current model.

 

[Jazzer]

Thanks for the suggestions.
I think it’s going to be difficult to find a wall mounted compact speaker that I can afford and like the sound of.
We are now considering slim floorstanders, too.
Budget is up to about £1000 pounds but it might be possible to go a bit higher.
I would prefer new, seeing as I haven't bought any new hardware since 2001 and my LP12 was bought second hand in 2005. LOL
last of the big spenders…l
It’s annoying that good sound requires so many compromises if you don’t have a dedicated room.
I should add that I don’t listen to classical or jazz, despite my name hear.
I want something that’s lively, dynamic and kick ass, with a bit of bass to keep my wife happy.
Not too bothered about detail or accuracy either.

 

[Jezzer]

A friend has floorstanding Dali Epicon 7s and I find their presentation fits the description of the type of sound you’re after. They’re not the last word in detail but they’re certainly entertaining. I would also consider looking at Q Acoustic.

 

[James Evans]

Home demo really is essential. Having moved the same pair of speakers around three rooms here they behaved completely differently in each room. They were amazing in one, needed careful placement in others.

 

[Jazzer]

Home demo really is essential. Having moved the same pair of speakers around three rooms here they behaved completely differently in each room. They were amazing in one, needed careful placement in others.

That’s a good idea but not sure how easy it wou”d be to arrange.

 

[Jazzer]

Where are you putting your vinyl, does that offer a surface to put stuff on? Dali menuet possibly re speakers, although rear ported

The records will have to be stored upstairs.
It is going to be a big compromise.
its a shame that I prefer listening to records more than any other format.

 

[juicy_clams]

Budget? For the lowest of the low: Dali Zensor Pico. Don't be fooled by the price; these are great!

 

[James Evans]

Proac tablette as well of course

 

[GavinA]

I have PMC DB1s wall mounted in the kitchen. I got them s/h and find they work well with the 34,306. There are (quite expensive) wall brackets available but I knocked up supports out of steel strap, attaching to the bolt sockets at the back. The port is at the front to allow close placing against the wall.

 

[Strictly Stereo]

The smaller Amphion speakers (Helium410, Helium510, Argon0 and Argon1) have threaded mounting points on the back for their matching wall brackets. The brackets allow you to tilt the speakers or toe them in.

 

[Bjork67]

They look smart.