I hear a slight bias to my left speaker, possibly due to my room shape. I have two options, use the balance control to de-emphasize the left side, or can I remove the toe-in by having the speakers parallel to each other.
I did get my ears checked by an audiologist and there were no issues there.
Complicated. If the left speaker is closer to a sidewall than the right removing any toe-in might exacerbate the problem with first reflections. Probably best do a sketch plan of your room plan and speaker position to get the best advice.
As it takes no more than a couple of seconds to use the balance control, and not a lot more than a to rotate a small stand mounted speaker, why not just try and see what you prefer? After all, everybody’s room is unique, even if they have an identical system, and different people have different perceptions of the sound they hearing, so what works for one person and room might not work for another person in different room. Different perhaps if it would take hours to try, or involve cost, but that’s that’s not the case!
Have you a) switched the speakers around; b) switched the speaker connections around at amp end; and c) switched the actual speaker cables around, to rule out issues with the speaker, amp or cables (respectively)?
One crucial aspect that music lovers often overlook is toeing-in their speakers, a simple adjustment that can significantly enhance soundstage, imaging, and clarity.
Angling your speakers slightly inward toward the listening position rather than having them face straight forward. This small adjustment can make a dramatic difference in how the sound waves reach your ears. Depending on the room, the speakers, and your listening preferences, toe-in can help you achieve more precise imaging, improve focus in the soundstage, and even balance the tonal quality.
Don’t forget to double check your speaker cable plugs. I had some dodgy solder joints and the odd broken wire within my left cable a few years ago which manifested itself in a perceived bias to the right. Cutting the bad bit off and properly soldering solved it. It’s something that is easily overlooked.