I currently have RAAL CA-1a circumoral headphones. I will be getting the next uber RAAL phones.
All 3 systems are connected to a Schitt Yggi+ Less Is More DAC which gets the stream from Fibre Optic. ROON Core is the server, which is in another room (under a bed).
LA4 is connected to my Benchmark AHB2. I switch the speaker cables from the PeachTree GAN1 to the AHB2 for my analog sources. This happens each weekday from 9-12PM for my daily dose of KCRW radio.
Magnum Dynalab MD-108T
Have an MD ST-2 antenna hooked up outside the window in this room. It is hanging on the second story roof line. Tuner is connected to the LA4 preamp.
Schitt Yggi+ Less is More
Connected to the LA4 preamp
RAAL-Requisite CA-1a
Headphones with the upgraded Star8 silver headphone cable from Requisite
I am almost of the opinion that you should put all the CD's and books in the closet and try listening with the doors reattached. Maybe put the Just a thought...
Not to sound like a broken record (if you have a kid, you probably don't remember), but the VLR's would really be a good fit in your room. They don't look like much, but they do sound great. The Treo's will work, too, considering their smallish size- and having them close to the walls should improve bass.
The VLR's are really good for the size, and price, but the Treo's are really amazing (and I owned the 3a sigs before them).
I really must post some pics of my setup, but I am trying to learn Jriver along with the Jriver Id. My poor old mind takes so long to learn these things nowadays.
Yes, I can understand wanting floor standers. My VLR's are very good, but the Treo's are outstanding-Though I do use them with a pair of 2wq subs.
I can sympathize with your opinion about sub integration, but the use of the Vandy sub w/crossover makes integration seamless. IMHO.
I also think you would be able to put the desk back to get a full stereo image-especially if you add room treatments.
My one major change would be to get rid of the closet and open up the remaining space-and perhaps adding a second door at the corner. But, I know that would be big hassle.
Have you tried putting a blanket/rug over the window/shades to see if it makes things less reflective?
I still think you should look at a pair of Vandy VLR's. I think they will fit in you office perfectly. With a pair of HSU subs, you would be in heaven.