Advice on…a Chair

Discussion in 'Audio Hardware' started by AnthonyCM, Nov 24, 2021.

  1. Ingenieur

    Ingenieur Just a dog looking for a home...

    Location:
    Back in PA
    I have a Herman Miller Eames, great chair but I don't listen in it, too low, reclined, and the leather absorbs. I don't like anything behind my head.

    These are nice, a replica. I don't have one but may try one.
    Barcelona Chair Various Colors & Grades

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  2. Bill Hart

    Bill Hart Forum Resident

    Location:
    Austin
    Most of the knock-offs are not well made. Even when they were being sold in the U.S. (before both Knoll and Herman Miller/Eames started enforcing their rights in the States), the quality (compared to a real one) wasn't there. Of course, there is a significant price difference. For what it's worth, the Barcelona isn't terribly comfy, and isn't easy to get out of once seated. I do like the Eames Lounge chair and kept a pair when I sold off a lot of mid-century modern furniture I had accumulated before I moved.
    You can, with a "decorator discount" typically get 40% off retail, so the very high prices of the real ones aren't quite as bad in reality, but that may have changed.

    Like everything else, I think seating is a very personal thing, both in terms of comfort as well as aesthetics.
    Often, the used ones on offer by consignment and design shops are even more expensive than new ones!
     
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  3. recap200

    recap200 Forum Resident

    Location:
    nowhere land
    Yup, and the Womb Chair is a very comfy chair. I'd take it any day over the Eames Lounge Chair. Big bucks for the authentic chair and ottoman, tho.
     
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  4. AL01

    AL01 Eh?

    Location:
    Texas
    Ah, the Barcelona Chair.

    If you have the means, get yourself a genuine one, as it is an architectural icon designed by the (late) great Ludwig Mies van der Rohe nearly a century ago (!).

    ...And due to its provenance, something like resale value should not be much of a concern to someone who is interested in such a fine piece of furniture, (and no, I don't have one...)
     
  5. Dillydipper

    Dillydipper Space-Age luddite

    Location:
    Central PA
    Like sitting up against a brick wall...;) No warmth whatsoever...
     
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  6. FuzzyNightmares

    FuzzyNightmares Forum Resident

    Location:
    Oregon
    If comfort is the name of the game it’s not going to beat the womb or Eames lounge, though none of these are very space conscious and will take up a larger footprint than a recliner.
     
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  7. oregonalex

    oregonalex Forum Resident

    I have Ekornes Stressless for one of my systems, Ikea Poang in leather for the other. Both are very comfortable, but Stressless more so due to the adaptable reclining feature. Stressless also has finer quality leather and arguably looks better overall. Stressless also cost 5 times more than the Poang.

    I am very happy with both and have no desire to change anything.
     
  8. jtw

    jtw Forum Resident

    I'll recommend a beanbag type of chair. Portability is the key. You want to sit in the sweet spot, but a permanent chair in the middle of the room, away from all of the walls, usually doesn't cut it.
     
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  9. rodentdog

    rodentdog Senior Member

    @AnthonyCM...double check that the back of the chair is not removable. On my LA-Z Boy "Big Boy" recliner the back lifts out to move it around.
     
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  10. avanti1960

    avanti1960 Forum Resident

    Location:
    Chicago metro, USA
    currently using an Ikea loveseat, sitting in the middle. lots of sprawl room and for the occasional visit.

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  11. scotpagel

    scotpagel Forum Resident

    Location:
    Mesa, Az
    Yeah to fancy it up you can grab your DCC and prized MOFI and AP discs showing for
    the ends
     
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  12. pacvr

    pacvr Forum Resident

    Location:
    Maryland
    FWIW - for those considering the Ekornes Stressless, a local furniture store is a dealer and has probably every model on display. I recently sat in everyone and everyone has a different feel; different support (and some have three sizes). The most expensive such as the Magic are very plush - you sink into the chair. Others not as much. Thankfully :laugh: the model I liked the best (and bought) was not the most expensive and was probably the firmest of all - the Admiral . The seat height was perfect; naturally aligning my ears with the tweeters, and although high back, in the listening position my ears are a good distance from the back. Ergonomically, you will be prying the chair from my dead body - for me it is very comfortable & supportive. Yes, you pay for the quality, the European manufacture and a 10-yr frame warranty.
     
  13. woody

    woody Forum Resident

    Location:
    charleston, sc
    The Barcelona is way too short and uncomfortable for a listening chair or loveseat. I made that mistake.
     
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  14. Uglyversal

    Uglyversal Forum Resident

    Location:
    Sydney
    I don't know which one is more uncomfortable but this one will make your music sound better.

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  15. Dillydipper

    Dillydipper Space-Age luddite

    Location:
    Central PA
    Yeah, I can see how that will support your shoulders and lower neck, and still leave your ears unencumbered from behind...:agree:
    Not a bundle of comfort under the forearms during long sitting sessions, though.
     
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  16. GoldprintAudio

    GoldprintAudio Forum Resident

    Location:
    Lexington, NC
    I love Ekornes chairs and they do very much all sit a little different amount the varying models. Oddly enough, I find the least expensive model to be one of the most comfortable (don't remember the exact model name). Their Large size is also higher off the ground so for us taller people, it makes it a bit nicer getting in/out of.
     
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  17. wgb113

    wgb113 Forum Resident

    Location:
    Chester County, PA
    I use an Eames replica and love it but if I was looking for a chair for a headphones based setup I’d go with what others have mentioned, an Ekornes Stressless recliner. They’re less bulky than the Eames for this narrow space, super comfortable, built very well and the high headrest isn’t an issue with headphones.
     
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  18. mwheelerk

    mwheelerk Sorry, I can't talk now, I'm listening to music...

    Location:
    Gilbert Arizona
    I have owned several of these over a 25 year period and have loved each and everyone. Most of the changes I made were for color/design reasons in new homes not because they wore out. They are very durable and with a little care look like new for years.
     
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  19. cat9

    cat9 Forum Resident

    Another very happy Stressless user....found a 6 month old one rarely used for a steal.
    Around here they don't come up often used but you never know.

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  20. Larry I

    Larry I Senior Member

    Location:
    Washington, D.C.
    I don't have any problems with high back and headphone listening, but, I suppose that is something to at least consider. Actually, I don't have issues with high back adversely affecting sound quality when listening to speakers. I find the Stressless chairs to be re really comfortable as well as the Eames chair mentioned here. But, the Eames is quite difficult to get up and out of when listening is done. Another super comfortable chair is the Striad chair (a Herman Miller design).
     
  21. Otlset

    Otlset I think I am I think

    Location:
    Temecula, CA
    Now here's a guy who can appreciate a great soundstage!
     
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  22. Baraban0307$&

    Baraban0307$& New Member

    Location:
    Texas
    I prefer to sit in an orthopedic chair. This is because I have spinal problems, and my feet always hurt.
     
  23. jbilliam8

    jbilliam8 Active Member

    Location:
    Chicago
    I like my Relaxzen 8 Motor Recliner, that's amazing! Really comfy and not huge. These are great massage chair, which is easy to control with a remote. What is more, it's a perfect bed for my cat, you can see it in the photo :LOL: insert photo
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  24. Claude

    Claude Senior Member

    Location:
    Luxembourg
    I bought the new Ikea Havberg chair two months ago and I can recommend it.

    I was attracted by the simple modern design and the color

    It's very comfortable and solid. The seating position is rather low. I prefer no armrests. I don't have the ottoman, my feet rest on a low table in front of me.

    IKEA

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  25. Suddenly This Overview

    Suddenly This Overview Forum Resident

    Location:
    United States
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    The Womb Chair was what Georgia O'Keeffe used for listening to HiFi.
     
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