These are seriously contenders. I have turned many onto these and run a pair of the M3Ti myself. They are much smoother, detailed, less bright and dynamic than the Titans which I've also owned. They will reveal inferior equipment on the front end. I was leary of the metal drivers but they are absolutely smooth.
Get the black vinyl as the Boston Cherry looks like bad vinyl. They need decent heavy stands. If you want to skip the return policy deal, Audio Shoppe in Ottawa, Canada had some old price current stock with the M3Ti at $244 USD delivered 2 day priorty. I believe they are audioshoppe.on.ca, but you may have to search. Ask for Mark as he does the out of country sales. Good luck.