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Good match for Rega Brio-R

Does anyone have any recommendations on excellent sounding speakers to use with the Rega Brio amp? I'm thinking my options are either 1: Cheap out and trade my current entry level bookshelves for the new Kef q350's, or 2: Look into getting a good British made speaker to accompany my growing setup which now includes three Rega items (Brio, Phono, and P3) 

I know I really like everything I've heard from ProAc, Chartwell, Spendor, Rogers, etc, ect, but price points being up in the 2-3k's often makes them a bit unrealistic for my budget. I could probably do $1500 max without causing any inconvenience to my wallet, but if I spend that kind of money I want them to be GOOD. 

So, anybody have any input? 

PS, I'm not against an all Rega setup, the Rega speakers I have heard were awesome, but compared to the likes of Spendor they lose weight in my opinion. 
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 We have run the Rega Brio/Vandersteen 1CI successfully paired together at Audio Connection for years.
An easy 90 DB efficiency 6 ohm provides a safe easy load .
In my opinion its advantage is a more open sounding experience with a dimensional feel.
When compared to mentioned box speakers above i think you'll find its tonal and imaging abilities well beyond exceptions.
The 1CI features a unique multi enclosure that many more sophisticated designs use yet at working mans pricing. Their phase and time correct drivers, that get the whole timing of the music when compared to other conventional wisdom box speakers.
The 38HZ bass extension just makes music more full and natural.
This speaker also comes with a well written easy to understand  owners manual guiding you to the genuine performance of what you deserve.
 Here is a review.
http://www.tonepublications.com/review/vandersteen-1ci-loudspeakers/
JohnnyR
Vandersteen dealer

http://www.tonepublications.com/review/vandersteen-1ci-loudspeakers/
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