RobertB Posted April 16, 2022 Share Posted April 16, 2022 (edited) Looking for recommendations for a reproduction model of an Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman. My budget would be up to $1500. Thanks! Edited April 16, 2022 by RobertB 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hanksjim1 Posted April 16, 2022 Share Posted April 16, 2022 Try Herman Miller...not sure it will fit your budget Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobertB Posted April 16, 2022 Author Share Posted April 16, 2022 (edited) They're 5-8K, so not in the budget. Edited April 16, 2022 by RobertB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaelwjones Posted April 16, 2022 Share Posted April 16, 2022 1 hour ago, RobertB said: There 5-8K, so not in the budget. I bought mine here: https://theiconicchair.com/collections/entire-collection Very comfortable and durable. However, it places my ears about 4" too low for my La Scala's optimum listening height. Your results may vary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schu Posted April 16, 2022 Share Posted April 16, 2022 Uber comfortable, but doesn't having a headrest complicate the listening experience? or is this just for your office environment? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shiva Posted April 16, 2022 Share Posted April 16, 2022 Have you perused Ebay yet? Quite a few chairs priced right. https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2334524.m570.l1313&_nkw=eames+lounge+chair&_sacat=0&LH_TitleDesc=0&_osacat=0&_odkw=eames+lounge+chair Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaelwjones Posted April 16, 2022 Share Posted April 16, 2022 4 hours ago, Schu said: Uber comfortable, but doesn't having a headrest complicate the listening experience? Yes to both in my experience. Not a good chair for La Scalas. The back slope & floor to ear height need to be considered for your speakers. For example, most recommend 24" stands for LS3/5s, KEF 50s, etc. Nope, I needed to sit up straight for proper soundstage & imaging in the pseudo Eames. But once you get that sorted out, its great. Perfect for headphones as well. Ultimately I moved it out of the listening room as it just sat too low for most speakers (especially my La Scalas) and moved in a club chair with a nearly straight back. Not quite as comfortable, but good for several hours listening at a stretch at the proper ear height. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobertB Posted April 16, 2022 Author Share Posted April 16, 2022 52 minutes ago, michaelwjones said: Yes to both in my experience. Not a good chair for La Scalas. The back slope & floor to ear height need to be considered for your speakers. For example, most recommend 24" stands for LS3/5s, KEF 50s, etc. Nope, I needed to sit up straight for proper soundstage & imaging in the pseudo Eames. But once you get that sorted out, its great. Perfect for headphones as well. Ultimately I moved it out of the listening room as it just sat too low for most speakers (especially my La Scalas) and moved in a club chair with a nearly straight back. Not quite as comfortable, but good for several hours listening at a stretch at the proper ear height. Michael, I was wondering how tall you were and how that works with not having a headrest? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobertB Posted April 16, 2022 Author Share Posted April 16, 2022 4 hours ago, Shiva said: Have you perused Ebay yet? Quite a few chairs priced right. https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2334524.m570.l1313&_nkw=eames+lounge+chair&_sacat=0&LH_TitleDesc=0&_osacat=0&_odkw=eames+lounge+chair Yes, several look tempting. Thanks for the link. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaelwjones Posted April 16, 2022 Share Posted April 16, 2022 22 minutes ago, RobertB said: Michael, I was wondering how tall you were and how that works with not having a headrest? 6' I found myself slouching in the Eames chair to fully recline into the headrest. Must better for headphones IMHO. The back of the club chair comes to about 4" below my shoulder. Plus with a sold side, Benny can sleep next to the chair. :-) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobertB Posted April 16, 2022 Author Share Posted April 16, 2022 I'm 5'8". Might be a little less slouching for someone of my height. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaelwjones Posted April 17, 2022 Share Posted April 17, 2022 4 hours ago, RobertB said: I'm 5'8". Might be a little less slouching for someone of my height. Perhaps, but for me its the tilt of the low back and seat cushions that induce the "relaxing" angle. I spent some time in an Eames chair before purchase and knew what to expect. For me, it's just it really doesn't mate well with La Scala. (I could adjust the height on my other stand mount speakers.) Interestingly, the chair was a good match for my Forte IVs. It's all in the tweeter/ear match. Even if you "just" use it for headphones, its a very comfortable and relaxing chair. Good luck! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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sputnik Posted April 17, 2022 Share Posted April 17, 2022 Why not simply save up for the real thing or just buy another comfortable chair that’s within your budget? For $1,500, you could pick up a decent used Ekornes Stressless chair instead of a poser Eames knock-off. https://qz.com/quartzy/1028802/cheap-eames-aeron-and-barcelona-chairs-inside-the-black-market-for-fake-designer-furniture/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtmudd Posted April 18, 2022 Share Posted April 18, 2022 4 hours ago, sputnik said: Why not simply save up for the real thing or just buy another comfortable chair that’s within your budget? For $1,500, you could pick up a decent used Ekornes Stressless chair instead of a poser Eames knock-off. https://qz.com/quartzy/1028802/cheap-eames-aeron-and-barcelona-chairs-inside-the-black-market-for-fake-designer-furniture/ I think it's better to get the knock off.. And spend the rest on upgrading your equipment 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sputnik Posted April 18, 2022 Share Posted April 18, 2022 17 minutes ago, dirtmudd said: I think it's better to get the knock off.. And spend the rest on upgrading your equipment Just buy Chinese knock-off gear….and you’ll have enough left over for a fake Rolex. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaelwjones Posted April 18, 2022 Share Posted April 18, 2022 22 hours ago, sputnik said: For $1,500, you could pick up a decent used Ekornes Stressless chair instead of a poser Eames knock-off. Because to me, the poser chair is more comfortable than the Stressless chair. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sputnik Posted April 18, 2022 Share Posted April 18, 2022 31 minutes ago, michaelwjones said: Because to me, the poser chair is more comfortable than the Stressless chair. Since they stole the design, I wonder if the sellers of these counterfeit chairs would object if you paid them with counterfeit money. 😕 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shiva Posted April 18, 2022 Share Posted April 18, 2022 Gentlemen, lets all take a seat. Perhaps something a little more cozy and colorful for a listening chair. Anyone interested?😃 https://www.ebay.com/itm/403596776306?hash=item5df83e1372:g:IVYAAOSwE5diVG3X Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sputnik Posted April 18, 2022 Share Posted April 18, 2022 Something about that pink chair is vaguely familiar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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