Getting a Divorce and can now buy floor standing speakers


So, I am getting rid of the wife (divorce, I am not burying her in the backyard!) and can now get big floor standing speakers. I currently have a Luxman integrated and model 30 Harbeth speakers, and a very good sub. Very neutral/natural sound, can listen for long sessions. But I don't get a very good image, and it seems a little too laid back. I listen mainly to singer-song writers, both male and female. Lots of acoustic/piano.

There are so many floor standers now, I'd like to shorten the list. Any suggestions to start my search? I am located in southern CA, so I can listen to almost any brand. Price should be under $100K. 

I may lose a wife, but so far the freedom/cash is worth it.

Thanks all!

deadhead1000

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@viridian One of my pairs of floorstanders (which I use for my rear surrounds) I bought from a guy who was getting divorced and moving up to even bigger speakers.

I fired my wife 15 years ago and had a great time raising my kids by myself.  I have 4 pairs of floorstanding speakers in my living room.  I'm in So Cal too.    

@deadhead1000 Steve at WBF is upgrading from a great pair of Wilsons.  He is in Cote de Caza.  

@deadhead1000  The Wilsons I mentioned earlier are listed on Audiogon.  I contacted the owner and he would be glad to have you over to listen. I have heard this system and it is spectacular.  Steve is also a great guy.

https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lisbcjfb-wilson-audio-alexandria-x-2-series-ii-full-range

 

@deep_333   Don't hold back, tell us how you really feel.

 

Not being critical. Just giving you a hard time.   I like your strong opinion on this.

Jerry