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!

deadhead100001-28-2025 2:36am

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curiousjim Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 4,931 posts 01-29-2025 at 03:16pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I am a new Sonus Farber convert. So of course I am going to tell you to check out Sonus Farber. I bought the Amati G5’s and really like their sound. Nothing shouts at me and the bass is good even at low levels to the point that I am using the subwoofer less and less. I’m sure you’ll be able to find something in your price range. All the best.
rockysantoro Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 145 posts 01-29-2025 at 03:43pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I would rather listen to great speakers,than a woman.
bigwave1 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 242 posts 01-29-2025 at 03:49pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Emotional topic to say the least in more ways than one. Purchase a few plane tickets and invest in some time listening before making hasty decisions. A quick jump in the sack with the next one quickly removes pain of the past but usually just a quick fix.
mclinnguy Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 693 posts 01-29-2025 at 04:39pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete A quick jump in the sack with the next one quickly removes pain of the past but usually just a quick fix. Clever!
tonyrox Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 31 posts 01-29-2025 at 05:05pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Go yard and get some ATC powered monitors.