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More effecient speakers?

Hello,

my current rig is

-Acoustic Zen Adagios
-Hegel H160 integrated
-Jolida JD9 Mk2 phono
-Oppo 105
-VPI HW-19 Mk 4 with a Benz Ace 

im pretty happy with it, but I wonder if having more effecient speakers would enhance the sound? The AZ's are rated 89db. Do I need more effecient speakers? My budget is $3k new or used.  I'm more of a clinical, technical listener who nonetheless loves sound on the warmer side. 

Thank you for guidance and patience. 
simao

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simao OP
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Hey - i think the overwhelming consensus here is to be happy with what I have - which I am. And you're right - it's a cheaper and more fulfilling state of being.

I guess I'm like many on this forum - eager to explore what else is out there.
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simao OP
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I stream Tidal at its highest res through the Oppo.  Good enough DAC on the 105?
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I had Triangle Titus's for a long time and loved them. Sold them wen I got Reference 3A de Capo's, but still remember them fondly. It's a brand I wouldn't hesitate to return to.
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This stems from my recent experience when I sold my beloved LSA Statement integrated (hybrid; 150w/ch) and replaced it with a Triode Corp TRV-35 (tube; 35 w/ch push-pull). It just wasn't powerful enough for the Adagios and their 89db. And I was wondering if a more efficient set of speakers would have allowed the Triode to sing.
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