[phil t]

Originally Posted by Jfs

I listened to a set of larger bookshelf speakers. I found the sound a bit harsh. I was told that with smaller speakers the base wasn't deep enough and this caused the treble to be harsher or more biting. I listened to them in a larger room. I also thought this might have something to do with it.
Does having a lower base result in better higher frequencies?

Thanks.

All I can tell you is that’s not my experience. In the last few months I’ve listened to several “bookshelf” speakers and none of them had a harsh top end.

Tell who ever told you that to listen to a pair of Sonus Faber Concertino Domus, they are one of the most “anti-harsh” speakers I’ve ever heard.