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Desktop speakers - tilt or no tilt

DougG

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I recently purchased Adam Audio T5V monitors for my desktop. I also purchased a pair of IsoAcoustics ISO-155 stands to place them on my desk.
The 155's have the option to set up flat, which would put the tweeter right at my ear level in the shortened position on the stands. I can also tilt them.
Would there be any advantage to tilting the monitors? I read on here that 16 degrees is the "optimal" tilt.

I also purchased a pair of Kanto S6 which have a 16 degree tilt built in. I did some very unscientific testing and between the two, the IsoAcoustics sounded
better (I tested them in the flat position).
 
Get them at ear level or a little higher and if your stands can accommodate that then you are golden. If not at ear level then tilt them back.
 
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