Best for Classic/Progressive Rock and Blues


Hello all, looking for thoughts and recommendations for some “as close to audiophile as you can get for $1,000”  used or new speakers that would be driven by my NAD C375BEE.  I will be streaming only, at least for now.  I have some Thiel 1.6’s and they just don’t seem to fit the music I play most often. The setup will be in a 20x15’ living area with a vaulted ceiling; along the 20’ wall.  Any input is appreciated. 

johnnotkathi
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Give a listen to JBL L112  ESS MONITOR  ACOUSTIC RESEARCH  you might have to spend a bit more like $1500 . these speakers sound great with prog and rock , if you can't spend that much check out some PIONEER CS 903 OR 905 .GOOD LUCK

@johnnotkathi, I couldn't find the specs on your C735, but if it's got a little power the Canton Ergo 900dc @elliottbnewcombjr recommended should be awesome speakers. I have the 1002dc and love them in a room about your size. When I first got them I drove them with a 100 W Rotel Rx-1052 and they seemed very happy with that power. Worth an audition if you are near by. If you do, find out about those protrusions as Elliot mentioned.

 

grislybutter

such a great link to speaker choices

you can sort various ways, I start by sorting sensitivity

reduce power needs, and easiest way to try tubes. saves cost/weight/heat; increases competition, availability and placement options (remote signals)

speaker choices sort by sensitivity, highest at top