Another Speaker Recommendation Request


Greetings Goners,
Just retired and have my new dedicated listening room. Bonus room above garage; 15' wide, 24' deep, 8' ceiling, drywall and carpeted. No WAF to consider. I am all digital with PS Audio kit: BHK stereo 250 amp, BHK pre-amp, Direct Stream DAC and Direct Stream Media Player. Also have Cambridge Audio CXN for streaming and NAS.
Current speakers are Wharfedale Jade 3 stand mounts with HSU subwoofer. Worked well in the previous home, but looking to upgrade. I don't need concert hall performance. I will crank it up on occasion, but mostly solo mid and low level listening. Would like full range floor standers and possibly loss the subwoofer.
Most important attributes for me would be non-fatiguing and imaging. Looking in the $10k range and prefer new vs used. Have considered Spendor D7, PSB Imagine T3 and Focal Electra 1028BE. And shops to demo in Tampa St. Pete area would be appreciated. Thanks!
chuck929

Showing 1 response by kahlenz

Non-fatiguing with excellent imaging?  I would audition Magnaplanars and Harbeths.  They are different, but I suspect (if you are of a certain maturity, and can live with sensible bass levels) you might find them highly satisfying.  Pipe and slippers?  Maybe.  Engaging and musical?  Yes!

Of course, if you are the sentimental type, you may consider finding a pair of old Klipsch Corner Horns or Altec Lansing VOTT a7s.  You won't need all that juice, but you will seriously rock-out in your new man cave!