I think I can be of some use here. I own the Kestrels as well as SCIVs. I listened to SCIIs originaly which is what got me on the Dunlavy kick. I think you would be very disapointed in the bass that the 2s will give you compared to the Kestrels. I have found with my 4s that the improvments from close placement to the wall is at the expense of the rest of the spectrum. Another thing to consider is that the Dunlavys are very sensitive to placement, and that they are head in a vice type speakers, they are only truly great for one listener in the sweet spot. This is pretty much the oposite of the Kestrels which are very easy to place and can be enjoyed by more than one person at a time. Another thing to consider is that compared to the Kestrels the Dunlavys are more laid back in the highs, which can be further exagerated with a laid back cable such as Master Gen 2. I love what Dunlavy does, you are in for a real treat compared to the Kestrels, I just think that you might be bummed with the bass that you get out of the 2s. Amazing bass for such a small speaker is one of the best things about the Kestrels. I have the 4s and I have moved them all over the place and I long for more bass.
Dunlavy SC IIs
I'm considering an upgrade from Meadowlark Kestrel Hot Rods, and the Dunlavys were suggested to me as an alternative with the greater resolving power that I seek. Currently using Linn monoblocks biwired to the Kestrels with Tara Master Gen2. What is the experience out there with the SC IIs specifically? My budget is about 2.5K. Thanks, John