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Curious what people think is the best "value" high end speaker (~5K to 15K)

I am on a long search for speakers and just curious what people think is the best value both new or used in speakers ranging from around $5000 to $15000? I have a set of Paradigm S8's (V1) and love them but looking for another set for another set in a different listening area (25 x 20?, maybe larger).  I love the full sound of JBL's and looking for something in that range (it also helps that JBL's seem to hold their value better than most, which will be a consideration). The only drawback to JBL is footprint.  I prefer a smaller footprint which is why after reading I hope to listen to several B&W 800 series but open to suggestions across the board.  used Watt Puppies? Revels?  I am curious about peoples experience with McIntosh XR100's. 
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lancelock
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I agree with @grannyring I have the Tekton DI SE and love them. With you’re room size the Encore would be perfect.
lancelock
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At CAF today I heard the TAD ME1 speakers and they were incredible. Right at 15K.
lancelock
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@taww,

ha ha! I am sitting in that room again right now. Had to come back. So I’m a tube guy for the most part but they are using a Coda S20 SS class A amp, 200 watts. I’m floored by these.

Lance
lancelock
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@mapman The Spatial M3 ‘s with LTA gear was one of my top five rooms at the show. It was the best I’ve ever heard them.

Also, did I mention that liked the TAD ME1 speakers? I was hanging out at the end of the show today and he made a offer I couldn’t refuse. I will have the TAD’s hooked up shortly.

Lance
lancelock
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They sound incredible. Currently in my living room with a 25 year old Mirror Image Audio 200 watt class A amp. I need to try some tubes and mess with placement but right out of the box they are awesome.
lancelock
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I did stop to see the Ohm speakers. The home theatre setup in the back room was spectacular. I think an 11.2 Atmos or something like that.

The 2 channel Ohm speakers were not so great sounding to me. I’m not sure if it was the room or what.
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