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Need a speaker for the blues lover...

Hey 'Goners. Currently shopping speakers and am in a quandry of sorts. My listening taste leans towards electric blues followed by classic rock (Tull, Moody Blues etc.), guitar oriented jazz then a smattering of country (Johhny Cash, Willie)or easy listening stuff. I am considering Klipsch RF-52 II, Magnepan MMG or perhaps the new ZU Omen. My budget is up to 1k, but less is ok too as is used. I know the Klipsch and MMG's are 2 different animals but I like the sound of both for different reasons. I have a studio apartment approx. 25'x30'. Amp is a McIntosh MA6200 with a Marantz universal player. Listening area is about 11' feet from the speaker plane. Ideas and thoughts most appreciated.
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beernut OP
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I have heard many positives about the Druid. I had my eye on the new Omen selling for $999.00 if you order today, hmm..
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Thanks for the ideas, many of which I hadn't thought of.
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Thanks Islandman. Never thought of them...
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Thanks guys for the great ideas, I will ponder them seriously.
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Tvad. I live on a secluded private road so the neighbors aren't an issue :). I seldom listen very loud though my girlfriend like to "jam" when she visits on weekends. I have been having trouble finding a speakers that adds that "edge" that blues music needs without overkill on other types. I have tried Quad 22L's which were nice but sanded everything smooth. Klipsch's do great on blues but are edgey on other stuff. And so it goes...
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Actually, an above garage studio type on a scenic river in the woods...
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You got it nailed, didn't know it was that interesting. I call it "the condo". I guess the initial point was bothering my neighbors isn't an issue. Not sure how I would post a pic to this thread.
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Thanks for all the great advice! I did end up opting for a pair of Klipsch RF-52's as a fender-bender ate into my speaker $$. I hate the new Zu Omen's in mind...
Oh Well.
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I have had the RF-52's on order for 3 weeks now and still don't have them. I strongly considered the new ZU Omen as well but just couldn't stretch the budget that far at this time.. They too are very efficient..
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