Best speakers For ARC VT100MKII


Here is a broad question but I thought I would post it and see what everyone has to say: I have been upgrading my system this year but my final quest is still for the right speaker.
I have an ARC VT100MKII (100watts per ch) paired with a LS25MKII and CD3MKII. Transparent super Bi-Cable with Transparent Bal IC's and power cable. I tried the Vandersteen 3A sig, just didn't work in my room. Considering the B&W 804D's, but concerned that I do not have enough power. I don't listen at extreme volumes but I don't want hear the amp strain or run out of headroom. Currently using my old Martin Logan Aeons which sound great but looking for a bit "bigger" sound and more more on par with the rest of gear.
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vdosc

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First thank you for the responses. I have a few Auralex panels around the room as needed. Nothing too drastic. Room is aprox 14 x 20. I will change rooms in the near future. What I am looking for is a speaker:
#1 That is a good pairing with my amp (type and power).

#2 One that will work in a variety or places. I found the Vandy's to be a bit too placement sensitive for me. Especially regarding the bass response

#3 A full range floor stander that will have Detailed imaging, wide soundstage, liquid midrange, deep accurate bass response that is tight and punchy when it needs to be. I really like the imaging and midrange presenc the Martin Logans. But as I said I am looking for the next step up. I listened to the newer ones and didn't like them as well as they have powered bass and they all sound like a speaker with a powered sub (to me)

I heard the Wilson Watt Puppy's and really liked them, however still a bit out my price range, thats why I was looking at B&W 804d"s or 803d's but open to any suggestions
For some reason my previous posting would not let me keep typing or correct?? Anyway what I meant to conclude by saying I listen to mostly classic rock (Pinky Floyd to Steely Dan) I prefer the Mo-Fi Original master recordings to any new "re-mastered" release as they are all too compressed and "loud"

Thank you for your imput