Bookshelves speakers are usually placed on table or speaker stand. Something like mine. http://forums.techarp.com/attachmen...ice-pictures-where-you-visit-arp-dsc_8925.jpg Of course, Sonus Faber is far more expensive!
Newer is not always better in the audio world. In fact a lot of times it's the exact opposite. Look at tube amps, the resurgence of vinyl, etc.
