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Good Monitors with NAD C356 (for now)

In a previous discussion I posted question: "Which floor standing speakers with NAD C356 Integrated amplifier".
I received many recommendations but unfortunately I will have to go with the monitors due to to problem with the space. THANKS TO ALL WHO WERE VERY KIND TO RESPOND.
So far I am using MA Silver 2. Nice bass but the high are kind of mellow that compromises details. Even with
the Accuphase E-370 that I borrowed from my friend, the highs didn't improve. Of course the sound was on a different level and more details but still no crisp highs so now I am on a market for really good monitors. Just for now I will keep the NAD and latter on I will of course upgrade. Room size is: 17'x13'x9'. Budget is $3.500.00.
djengan
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yogiboy
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@ djengan
Save yourself $1500. The Harbeth P3ESR will go nice with the NAD.
I’ve owned many monitors and these are still my favorite.
Here is a review that nails them!
http://www.hifizine.com/2011/12/harbeth-p3esr/
avanti1960
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I have the C356 and it is not in service.  My recommendation with your budget is to buy a rogue audio cronus magnum ii and some KEF LS50s.
this combination will sound far better than any speakers (e.g. Harbeth C7ES) you could ever add to the NAD.    

djengan OP
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They will be placed on the Sound Anchor stands and maximum 15" from the rear wall, 8' to 9' apart. Listening distance is 9'.
No furniture around speakers.
reubent
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Will the monitors be on stands, away from the wall, or will they be on a shelf/furniture close to the wall behind them? Will make a difference as some bookshelf/monitor speakers are better suited to near wall placement.

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