I’ve got a pair of music culture rl-21. Maybe the only pair for sale in the us. They will be your endgame compact loudspeaker. They were designed by Wolfgang meletsky of mbl fame. Music culture is his company. They are stunning. I’d let them go with stands for 2k. Research them if you can stretch your budget.
Bookshelf speaker for an apartment
I rented a 1BR apartment as a 2nd home and want to upgrade my speakers. I currently am using Totem Mini's through a Denon AVR-X6200. My speakers in my main system in my home are Sopra 2's. Due to Covid I am unable to audition speakers but have read good things about the Focal Chora 806, Aria 906 ane the B&W 707. I would like to keep the budget under $1000 for the pair but go a bit higher for the right speaker. I welcome suggestions. Thank you.