RickH

Dear Pete B,

I am writing because some of my internet searches over the years have taken me to your posts on the Classic Speaker Pages forums. Thank you for your contributions.

My interest is in building a pair of speakers similar the the EPI 150 or Genesis Model II using parts available from Human Speakers (Human Models 81 and 81-10, respectively). I would build the EPI 150/Model 81 to the internal volume of 1.5 ft3 and the Genesis II/Model 81-10 to 1.8 ft3 as recommended by Huw Powell of Human Speakers.

https://www.humanspeakers.com/diy/81.htm

https://www.humanspeakers.com/diy/8110.htm

I understand this question is subjective but I would like to know which of the above you would recommend based on the following:

1. My room size is 10’ x 15’.

2. My amplifier is conservatively rated at 40wpc/8 ohms and I doubt I would ever listen above 85dB.

3. I want speakers for two-channel music only without a subwoofer. However I do appreciate low bass as intended.

4. My music choice is primarily progressive of classic rock from the 70’s and 80’s such as Yes, Genesis and Mike Oldfield.

Thank you in advance for your help!

Rick H

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