Monitor change blocking speakers, possible options?

GeorgeStorm · Monday at 10:10

Hi all,
I've recently changed to an ultrawide monitor, which means my speakers (pair of Edifier MR4s) are now partially blocked by it, with the top 'tweeter'(?) being behind the monitor.
I have seen some setups where people position their speakers on their side to avoid this kind of situation, would that in theory be a better option than having them partially blocked?
Longer term I don't see this being an issue as I'll change desk/setup at some point but at least for now.

Thanks,
George

hornetstinger · Monday at 10:20

Yess don't block a drive unit, it'll effect the sound. My standmount speakers are on some speaker stands next to the monitor, a few inches away.

GeorgeStorm · Monday at 10:45

hornetstinger said:
Yess don't block a drive unit, it'll effect the sound. My standmount speakers are on some speaker stands next to the monitor, a few inches away.

I was leaning that way, having suddenly noticed the speakers being blocked but wasn't sure as it feels wrong seeing them on their side

Ryan-3 · Monday at 11:10

I've had it in the past with my ultrawide where it was stood on the centre speaker, with the left/right on their side on the desk. Gave quite a uniformed look almost like a stretched out soundbar.

iamgigglz · Monday at 11:35

Yeah on their side would be WAY better than blocking any drivers, especially tweeters.
Ideally you want them tilted up slightly to point at your head height but that's nit-picking.