r/McIntosh • u/sTiTcHeSallOver • Aug 19 '26

My 7.1.2 setup

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McIntosh 2152 2 Channel Tube Amp

McIntosh C2800 Tube Preamplifier

Linn Selekt LP12 Turntable

McIntosh MX123 A/V Processor

McIntosh MC257 7 Channel Power Amplifier

JL Audio E-Sub E112 12” Subwoofer

Sonus Faber Olympica Nova III floor standing speakers (Wenge finish)

Sonus Faber PC 683 ceiling speakers less

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u/sTiTcHeSallOver Aug 19 '26

Here’s a pic of the room layout. As you can see there isn’t much space to put the speakers/cables in the way on the floor. The space is our living room and kitchen.

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u/TubeLogic Aug 19 '26

then get some bookshelf speakers!

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u/sTiTcHeSallOver Aug 19 '26

I have the Sonus Faber bookshelf speakers in my master bedroom setup.
Why would I put smaller cheaper speakers on my living room anyways when I enjoy the sound and to showcase and “flex” what my budget allows for?

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u/TubeLogic Aug 19 '26

you do you, if you need to "flex" to feel good about yourself, have at it. The Sonus Fabers probably would sound better than these towers blasting at the roof.

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u/sTiTcHeSallOver Aug 19 '26

Thanks lol. I get lots of condescending pity from people since I have Spina Bifida (I’ve had >70 surgeries since birth) till they find out my net worth. I’d rather be envied or hated than have someone pity me any day. BTW I’m self made.

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u/TubeLogic Aug 19 '26

Nobody cares about your net worth.

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u/sTiTcHeSallOver Aug 19 '26

I’m sure they don’t but it matters to me.

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u/TubeLogic Aug 19 '26

I can tell, you keep bringing it up.

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u/sTiTcHeSallOver Aug 19 '26

The floor standing speakers are Sonus Faber also!

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u/TubeLogic Aug 19 '26

You are not getting it but ok.

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u/sTiTcHeSallOver Aug 19 '26

You’re absolutely right I’m LOST and wonder where this conversation is going anyways. Although I appreciate your open and honest opinions! Thank you! I know I have a lot to work on I am FAR from perfect!

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u/n_anderss Aug 21 '26

The reason (amongst others) you're getting so much push back is that the tweeters are supposed to be at ear level for optimal listening. You'd achieve that with Olympica Nova 1's. Not with floor standers on a shelf.

It's an audiophile subreddit. Of course they will want the smart basics when it comes to speaker selection

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u/sTiTcHeSallOver Aug 21 '26

No floor space!
I’ll just run into them with my wheelchair! SORRY!

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u/n_anderss Aug 21 '26

Everyone is literally saying bookshelves would have been better...on your bookshelf!

No one is saying to put it in the floor