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Best 2W Speaker under 1500

Odd as it may sound I have never owned a pair of 2 way speakers. But I want to put together a system for my den which is about 10x15. I plan on using an old CAL icon mkII that has been sitting around gathering dust as my source. I plan on using a tube amp running about 50-70 watts. Can anyone give me an idea what kind of speakers to demo? I would like to get a speaker that has a good bass, but a non-fatiguing speaker is important as well.

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tube777
unsound
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I'm not sure about best, but a pair of used Thiel 1.5's might work if your 50 -70 watt tube amp is up to the impedance load. Placement in your 10 x 15 room will also be a consideration.
jd798ff8
55 posts
 
Did you see that ACI is discontinuing the Sapphire III LE? Just noticed the announcement over at SMR-HT. Too bad, it is a great speaker. Wonder if they are planning a replacement.
fiat8
3 posts
 
PSB Sliver's have 2 1/2 way speaker design. I own a pair great value - Excellent sound stage.. Approx 1200- 1440 new
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drumsgreg
154 posts
 
I think the Meadowlark Vireo`s are a great little speaker, the bass from these are just awesome for such a small speaker, they image very well, have very good speed and detail, I have mine in the two channel room with the Rogue Magnum 66 and the 88 amp, these sounded better than the Kestrels with the same Rogue gear. My room is larger than yours and they play plenty loud for me, I have them mounted on the Osiris 24 inch stands. you can find these on the web for about 500- 600.00 Very musical speaker.
tweekerman
473 posts
 
the above choices will be completly SMOKED by the 2 way speakers offered by Dave Ellis ellisaudio@attbi.com (as mentioned by clueless),other exceptional speakers are offered be Andre Perrault e-speakers.com..did you know that your local "hifi" shop gets a wopping 100% markup..go figure..like i say commercials are just that... commercial sound
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