Originally Posted by BrianEllis
I have listened to 5000's and 5500's and would choose the 5500's every time although the 5000's are fantastic speakers.

I would have thought that speakers firing down the short side of the room would cause bass issues. I have experimented and every time have found that a decent space behind the listening position is favourable. I currently sit 14ft from the front of my speakers (which are big and produce lots of bass) and have just over the same behind me. I tried the other way just for curiosity and the sound was much worse.

Whatever way you go both speakers are fantastic and I am sure you will enjoy.
Hi Brian,

Although you say you would choose 5500s over 5000s I notice that your sig indicates you are well tooled up with PMC speakers.

I currently use FB1s myself and like the PMC sound. What differences would I notice do you think? And more importantly, why are you using PMC rather than Meridian's, if I may ask?

Cheers
Mike

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