My QS8's were right next to the couch ( QS8 -> COUCH <- QS8 )

So QS8's were literally within two feet of the head/ear. No issues.

Now, due to WAF, I had to move the QS8's back about 8 feet. I haven't had a chance to run Audyssey so I haven't calibrated them yet. However, I would say it should be fine.

QS8's truly are very forgiving.

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Denon 4520, EPIC80/500/VP180 Speakers