Yes, I would definitely say classic oak if you want a browner finish. But you can get samples from Axiom--if it's like when I bought mine, you'll pay a bit up front for the samples, but then they'll roll that into the purchase price of the speakers. I had samples of light oak, classic oak, Vermont Maple, and one other. Of those, I'm guessing you would prefer the classic oak.

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