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Got an itch to buy some new stand mount speakeras

Room with hardwood floors 22 x 18, opens to dining room on one side front hallway on the other. Amplification varies, currently a vintage Rotel  1060 integrated 60 per side. May upgrade as well. Moderate sound level, rarely go real loud.

Budget (used is fine) I'd like to keep it under $750 or so.

I tend to like what I call 'lively ' speakers e.g. my vintage DCM and my much missed Kan 2s. Tried JBL L1s and HLS 610s..meh.  May have been the capacitora in the 610s. Dali's sounded too thin Omegas rolled off top end too much.

Any ideas? Source is CD

 Thank you.

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smrex13
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I would recommend Revel.  The Concerta2 M16 is $900 new, and Crutchfield often has demo/open box specials around your price point.  They have a very nice top to bottom balance with an excellent, clear treble without harshness.  If you don't play loud, your 60wpc should be fine.  

I also like the Elac Debut Reference DBR 62, but it might need a bit more power than you currently have.  They are warmer than the Revels and seem to have deeper bass.  

Of course, you'll get different suggestions from everyone.  Hope you find something you like!

Cheers, Scott

smrex13
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As far as British speakers, the Quad S1 and S2 have a fantastic top end (ribbon tweeter).  There is an add for a new Quad S2 for $750 right now.  That's a fantastic price (they are usually $1200 new, I think).  It's a wonderful, clear, engaging speaker. 

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