great dynamics at a med-low volume?


What small/bookshelf speakers have great dynamics at a med-low volume?
There will definitely be times for high volume listening, but wouldn't want to sacrifice the quieter times for the louder ones...

Amp: Class D Audio SDS 470C
gazpachot

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Looking up your amp I see it outputs 300W @ 8ohms so I imagine what I'm presently breaking in would do: Clearwave Duet 6 monitors. They're rated at 85db efficiency and you will have the power to move them. They pack a hell of a lotta punch for their size.

They can put out at low volumes but the span to high volumes can be seem a short distance as they come alive rather quickly. The dynamics can be off putting at first as they're fairly flat for most of the spectrum so when the mids and bass assert themselves, it can surprise and/or shock you (which can be pleasurable).
Some recordings with more headroom than normal will amply demonstrate this.

All the best,
Nonoise