CD and Speakers for a Jolida 302?

Hi Pops: I have a pair of Castle Isis speakers that would be a good match. Retail was $550-$650 depending on finish. They are discontinued but may still be around at a very good price. Their replacement is called the Richmond at $500 list. They are large and refined sounding small moniters that run 87db @ 1 watt at a very stable 8 ohms. Maybe a bit too bright with some SS electronics but great with tubes and my MF gear. The Cal Icon MkII is a good choice. I use it with an HT power cord which gives it more life. For something newer a used Audio Refinement player would be nice for around $500-$550 and you should be able to deal on the speakers or find them used. I have had some second thoughts in the past about the Isis speakers that I have resolved with proper placement and a few system tweaks and now feel that they are way ahead of their price range when used at reasonable listening levels. They kill on jazz and classical music. They also take 100-150 hours to break in and do their thing. It's all personal taste and we always preach what we own but I have done side by side home comparisons with Linn Tukans and SF Concertos and still prefer the Isis in our setup, and yes I had the cash to buy the other speakers. Good luck with your search, you have a great start with the Jolida which is a very musical sounding amp.

Pops: I always forget about the Acoustic Energy Aegis One's when people ask about speakers because they are so inexpensive ($300.00) retail. They are good little speakers. I have heard them with a Jolida, the 500 model can't remember the exact number, and they would be a good match considering your room size. They should be pretty easy to find and audition and would free up more cash for the source. They do not sound like $300.00 speakers. They are not flashy sounding and would be good for the long haul and or listening session.