Floorstanders: 1k used-Psb,Audes,etc....

To confirm mlauner's comments - PSB Gold i with Bryston 4Bst. You'll be in rock nirvana.

Alon,if you can find them.

I can vouch for the PSBs and the Vandersteens. I owned a pair of PSBs for 10+ years and they rocked well. Have also heard several Vandersteen 2ce systems that were very musical. The PSBs are more neutral than the Vandersteen 2ce, but again, the Vandersteens are very musical. Used 2ce's can be had for a bit less than PSB (although I don't watch closely).

Don't think I'd say either had "holographic" imaging (a la martin logan electrostats). I believe Vandy's are 1st order crossover and time aligned so that should benefit imaging.

I like Tyler F2 Freedom series drivers put into a floorstanding cabinet. I really like mine. Great sound and looks.

With your tastes,I would agree with the posts championing the PSB Gold.And the Bryston would, as Snofun implies be an excellent mate,mate...good luck,Bob