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I should start with speakers. This I know. I’d like to establish a new system.

Returning to a hobby I abandoned two decades ago as life interfered with my personal desires. I’d like to slip back in with a decent package for streaming the likes of Tidal and Qobuz. I’ve relieved myself of all software (vinyl and CDs).

I am currently drifting between horns or BBC sound. Two different worlds, but each intrigue me. Considering Volti Audio with Cary SLI80 Integrated while also Harbeth 40.2 with something like a VTL MB185 Series III. Schizophrenic I know.

Dedicated Room 12’W x 30’L x varied vaulted 11’H.

i’d appreciate any discussion or feedback on my personal dilemma. Opportunities to sample these pairings are not in my immediate grasp, but I can consider travel (SE USA) to educate myself in the process. Budget $20k on used market. TIA

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@hilde45 You have given some great advice

@toontrader let’s circle back on your room dimensions. They could be a real challenge or you could do something really specia. The long wall may very well play into an outstanding fit for large Magnepans like the 3.7i and a sub(s), and something quite different on the narrow end, maybe British and more ’intimate’. KEF F, B&W amd Monitor Audio all offer excellent choices for that application. It really is a unique opportunity.

On the other hand, it think the room is just too long to be well served by a single pair of traditional cone speakers. Horns biggest benefit  is controlled directives, which could make a very small listening window if used on the long wall. Cones might have broader coverage, but thats a lot of room volume for them to fill with the amps being mentioned. 

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