@carlsbad2 , I am surprised to hear! I thought Tektons were very popular here? Anyway, if you read carefully, I am looking for something with perhaps a smaller footprint or the same....they could be taller, I actually like slim and tall speakers like the Blade. Tekton's bigger speakers just do not look good to me, and for me aesthetics are also important.
@tomic601 , yep these may be an option. I never thought Vandersteens were lookers by any means, but these look elegant enough. I know they sound good in general. I will check these out.
@audiotroy , I bought the Legacies from you! So yeah the Kef Ref 5s may be an option, or an used pair of Blade 2's perhaps. I need to audition these.
@soix , I'll keep the brand in mind, the Pearls new are out of budget but I am ok with used within the range as well. Problem would be to audition them.