15k USD Speakers for Classical and Pop Extended Listening, Near setup, Low volume

@ilikeclassical You should also consider the following. I do not like headphones, but these are. different (especially the (SR1a/SR1b). They do not replace 2-channel for me in my office, but they do serve the purpose of late-night listening. I used to look for gear that sounded great at low volume, which I have, but I now always use the phones late at night.

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I have spoken with people who have replaced entire 2-channel systems, such as Magico based to go with the older SR1a. The new stuff is supposed to be even better.

Send me a DM if you are curious about what the heck I am talking about.

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Amphion.

I have the Argon one’s and a similar listening situation.I am using them with a Naim Unity atom, as a streamer mostly. Kimber 8tc cables.

An amazingly good set up. I listen to a wide range of music genres.

http://www.vandersteen.com/products/treo-ct

https://www.vandersteen.com/products/vandersteen-sub-three

+1 on Harbeth P3esr for nearfield listing. They’re supremely balanced and natural sounding. You’ll be surprised how transparent they sound, and the vocals will be better than most speakers in this size range. One of the few speakers I regret selling. 
 

Hegel is a solid recommendation. I wasn’t too impressed with Naim  but of course YMMV. You can also add a REL T5 down the line if needed.