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New Speakers for $2000

Hello, new to the forums and wanted to ask your guys' advice for my next step up. My system right now is Lossless Files -> Benchmark DAC1 USB -> Cambridge Audio 650A -> Jamo 707 (Speakers from the early 90s I think).

I have about $2000 maybe up to $2200 MAX to spend on speakers. My sound preferences as you can tell from my set up is fairly neutral.

I went to the local hi-fi shop recent and listened to MartinLogan Electromotion. I found that they both lack bass extension which wouldn't really be a problem but also that they have a really lax midrange (too lazy for metal).

My wants in order of preference are:
-Resolution
-Neurality
-Imaging
-Sound stage width
-Good highs
-Not so slow mids that it'd make listening to heavier music unenjoyable
-A decent amount of bass or even slightly weak on punch is fine

Any recommendations are welcome and thanks in advance.
ninjasquirt

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loftarasa
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Hey Ninjasquirt. You described your sonic tastes pretty well - the first thought that came into my head was something with a ribbon tweeter and Scanspeak drivers. Not many of those around from the traditional commercial manufacturers, but there are some smaller speaker makers out there that do them.

Otherwise, I think you might like the Focal 826W or 836W - these really hit all your requirements and would be worth an audition.

Do consider used items, too, to save some money and open up your options.
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