Best speaker in nearfield listening

Does anyone have any comments on Jean Marie Reynaud Trentes or Offrandes?

Thanks for all the greta suggestions.

Danvetc,
I have never heard the Harbeth's but would love to. How would you charcterize their sound? I like a detailed open sounding speaker. I have had e-stats previously and have valued these virtues.

Prostarsound,

The Refernce 3A is another speaker that is getting raves. These are larger than the MM De Capo??

Glide3,

I heard the Audio Physic's at the NY show, they sounded very good. Also liked Joseph Audio and Triangle.. a very energetic speaker.

great not greta:)

My actual listening area is 12' long by 13' wide with 15' cathedral ceilings!! Dirctly behind this room is a 9' long by 13'wide kitchen. I listen to 90% jazz and female vocals and 10% rock and roll.

Everyone thanks for all the choices. I have some work to do. So far, it looks like the field is harbeth, Audio Physic,Sonus Faber and Merlin.

Will try to hear as many as possible. will report back on my choice.

Thanks again.

Sedond,

I have heard the Extremas need lots of juice. I have monoblocks at 150 watts per side. What is your experience with these speakers? What equipment was used when you heard them?

Hi Sedond,

I took care of the negative votes for ya! By the way, I will be audtioning the Adamantes soon!

Hi all,

I just wanted to let you know that I will be purchasing the AP Virgos. They are simply amazing!! I currently own th Odyssey Stratos monoblocks(Symphonic Line) which are supposed to be a good match. Have also heard that tube amps are great with them. Let me know waht you use with your AP Virgos. Can't wait to get them!!!