Bookshelf speakers tend to have fewer drivers because of their limited space, and need to be placed on a shelf or table to stay at ear level.  But the advantage of having a smaller set of experience is being able to use them in smaller spaces, including a desk, or wall mounting them to the corners of your room. This flexibility makes bookshelf speakers more attractive if you’re trying to make the most out of a smaller space.

If space is no object, you’ll almost always get the best audio experience out of a pair of floor standing speakers, but many people don’t have that luxury. If you need to conserve space, you can get a pair of passive bookshelf speakers that sound excellent.  If versatility is your big concern, and you want a set of home theater speakers that are a little more high tech, a pair of powered bookshelf speakers are your best bet. 

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