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Picking Speakers 20k-30k

Recently built a HiFi System with much help from this site, now I’m looking at upgrades.  Strongly considering an all-Aavik system but looking at speaker options before I pull the trigger on anything, hence the following question: If you were buying new speakers in the 20-30k range (used or new), what’s on your shortlist?  Bonus points if you have suggestions based on synergy with Aaviks electronics.

If it helps the conversation: 21’X 19’ treated listening room with cathedral ceiling. Listen to a wide variety of music.

thanks for your expertise!

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terry9
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Consider Quad 2912’s and Magnepan 30.7, augmented by Magnepan auxiliary DWM bass panels.

I use a pair of Quad 2805’s perpendicular to a pair of Quad 2905’s, and two auxiliary DWM panels for a fast, seamless sound. But if you like to play loud, be sure and audition an all-Magnepan system.

terry9
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@larryi You write, "Maggies ... sound quite good when placed closer to the side wall than recommended, but, they do need space to the wall behind."

Agreed, that’s where they sound best. But I put my Magnepan Tympani 1a’s, which were 6’ tall and 4’ wide, just 2’ from some windows. With the curtains drawn, they still sounded good - not as good, I grant - but still better than anything else (with the possible exception of stacked Quad 57’s).

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