Best bookshelf loudspeakers under 10,000 for the pair

I have the B&W 805 D3s, which I use with an MJ Acoustics Reference 200 subwoofer.  Very musical and very enjoyable.

Not sure if mentioned, Monitor Audio Platinum PL100 II, very nice. 

Jcwaudio wrote: " I am downsize my system from Martin Logan electrostats and quad 2905 And would like a bookshelf that would have some of the same attributes of the quads. "

Quads are a very tough act to follow. Aside from their articulation and freedom from coloration, imo much of what they do well comes from their dipole radiation pattern. That spectrally-correct rear radiation is imo quite beneficial given proper setup.

The little MBL 126 comes to mind, though I’m not sure low-powered Pass amps would be adequate.

Boenicke was mentioned, and while I have yet to hear a pair, their somewhat unorthodox approach makes sense to me.

And I have ALWAYS been impressed by Fritz speakers at audio shows.  

I have a few questions, if you don't mind:  

Will your new speakers be placed on a bookshelf, on stands, or somewhere else?

If they will be placed on stands, will you be able to pull them out into the room somewhat?

Roughly how large is the room?

How important is sweet spot width?

If acoustic treatment (perhaps diffusion) is called for, would it be feasible? Thinking about how to set up MBL’s in a small room...

Duke

I need to hear me some Fritz speakers. Seems like they are mentioned more than anything else when it comes to monitors. 

I would buy the persona b and decent stands, buy I may have mentioned that already.

Looks like the Focal Diablo Utopias are on sale. That is one sexy speaker IMO. 

The Fujitsu TD-712z mk2 fits your priorities of "fast transient response, detail/resolution, and musicality" perfectly.  The first two are their strengths and I believe they were designed with them in mind.  Check out the design briefs on their website.  Pair them with the matching sub and you will have an incredible system.  

Sound Lab Ministats. They have a dynamic woofer and an electrostatic tweeter. Available in many wood finishes. Since you already have a penchant for electrostatics, you’ll be at home wit them. They are self-powered and do not have to be plugged in.

You’ll also save a bundle as they list under $5k a pair. Disclosure: I am a dealer and many of my clients have socially distanced into their apartments hence they are keeping their full-range ’Labs for their country homes and upgrading to the Ministats in the city . At first I was surprised at the number I’ve sold, and the many brands clients have auditioned or replaced,  but this is definitely a speaker for the times!

Totem Element Fire V2’s.  I’ve had the Raidho XT-1’s and I prefer the Totems.  The tweeter isn’t Raidho but the soundstage the torrent drives put out is absolutely incredible.  Phenomenal bass as well.

...Totem Mani ll - one of the best EVER!

Legacy Calibes; I've not heard a monitor with dynamics like this.
The AMT tweeter is very sweet and extended; It's a 3-way speaker in a 
2-way box with a dedicated 8" bass driver firing up. The best speaker
I've ever owned-

pawsman

I have to address the room considering it is problematic including echo and multiple hard surfaces that are hard to address with acoustic treatment. I have put an 8 x 10 area rug which has made a subtle difference. I’m planning on putting drapes in the main listing area which also should reduce reflections . Listening Area is 13 wide by 12 long. Changing to the short wall made a big difference compared to positioning the speakers lengthwise Which is 12 wide by 40 long (condo – kitchen family room) I’m also thinking of a room correction system. The mid range and top end is considerably better with the changes I made and transitioning to a bookshelf from floorstanding loudspeakers has made those in the experience much better. Floor standers are overwhelming the room. Any room correction Electronics or equipment that has room correction built-in.

@rushfan... 😂😂😂. I agree with you!

@jcwaudio... did you get anything yet?  If not, go buy some Fritz Carrera BE’s.  Really nice 7” Scan Speak Revelator and an incredible Beryllium tweeter.  The series crossovers are really nice.  The speakers are the bomb and a steal at $3500...

If you are looking at standmount speakers only, buy some Carreras!

Rogers LS5/9's or Graham Audio LS5/9F The best of both world's

I am drawn toward smaller makers at prices somewhat closer to 2.5-5k. I recently reviewed the Fritz Carbon 7 SE Mk II and they sounded great; the Omega Super Alnico High Output Monitor looks interesting, and so do the Salk Exotica, Silk, SS series.