Floorstander reco given a few criteria...


Hello,

Looking for advice on a set of floorstanders given the following kit and cost. The use is purely for listening to vinyl records. I'm indifferent to powered vs passive and space/size isnt an issue. I won't be adding a dedicated sub. Essentially I'm looking for the best quality sound given existing components and a budget of say 3K for the pair of speakers. I don't need wireless connectivity, I'm planning on going RCA all the way thru. 

Connecting to:
Rega P6 w Ania cart 
Rega Aria MK Pre 
Sonos Amp

I've seen good reviews of the Klipsch R-28PF (powered), the Wharfedale evo4.4, Polk Audio RTi A9, Klipsch RP-8000F and the KEF R5 and Q950 (all passive). I'm sure there are many options but my pre/amp/budget probably narrow the field?

Thanks in advance for sharing your thoughts. 
spotconlon

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Ok, that's fair. You've piqued my interest tho. Let's say the 3k is spread across the speakers and a different amp - and say there is up to an extra grand if it would make a meaningful difference. What's that combo look like and do you think it would sound notably better than the sonos plus the spendor or wharfedales?
The sonos amp supports both and I have sonos wireless speakers throughout the house. And while they sound good, they don't sound great. The floorstanders will use the wired section of the amp. Don't spin your wheels on that part. The wired output from the amp is rated at 125W/channel. 
This is excellent, thanks JJ, AudioTroy and Hilde!!! I have quite a bit to research, awesome. 
I like detail and separation. Right now the sound is kind of hollow and compressed in a way. All the notes are there but they aren't crisp and like distinct or spaced out, if that makes sense. If there was a goal it would be warmth and distinction or space.
Anyone have experience pairing the QS mid monos with the Wharfedale EVO4.4 speakers? I can't find a shop near me to audition them, but I've seen some pretty good reviews. I might just order a set from Crutchfield and a set of the Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-8000F or the Heresy IV and see which one sounds better? Any thoughts on what to expect? Feelings on either manufacturer/line? Also intrigued by the Definitive Tech BP-9040 bipolars but I have no experience with this brand or design.
I literally just bought the mid monos. Those are staying. So the combo needs to work with 40-50 watt tube output. Pre will be an icon ps1 mk2.