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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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kennyc
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@deadhead1000 

When I searched for my first high end speakers, I listened to the best I could find at audio shows (AXPONA, Pacific Audio Fest (Seattle, WA), T.H.E. Show (LA)) and brink and mortar stores.  After finding the sound I like, then tried to reproduce it within my budget.

First create a list of the latest high-end speakers you'd like to demo like from Stereophile's Recommended Components and The Absolute Sound magazine's Editors Choice Awards (past issues: March 2024, November 2024).

Pick out demo CDs/Vinyl, then go to high-end audio stores and shows.  I've visited/demoed many high-end audio stores in the Los Angeles area by Googling "high end audio".

kennyc
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@deadhead1000 

WBF = What’s Best Forum - much deeper pockets- they discuss through experience up to the very best audio components.

Usually, Luxman is paired with speakers costing roughly up to 20k.  If you get a top speaker, like the Magico M3, then the Luxman would be the sonic bottleneck.  It’s best to have a balanced (near same level, minimizing bottlenecks) audio chain including cabling.

Also, be careful not to get speakers too large for your space that may create excess bass issues.  Too small speakers may not be enough to pressurize the room- if that is your goal.

Good Luck and Happy Hunting 

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