recommended speakers for Raven Blackhawk 3.1

Check out the ZU Audio speakers either new as they are currently taking preorders and/or might have some models that are available within your price range or buy on the used market. 

What about Raven CeLest towers. May know of a pair you could get for under your budget.

Part Time Audiophile gave them a real good review. 

Well, by choosing this amp you’ve severely limited your choice in speakers that I’m sure your finding out now, so I really hope you love that amp.  Zu and Ref 3a are solid choices, but I think the sound signature of the 3a would better produce the upper-octave detail you’re probably used to with your 802s.  A used pair of Spatial Audio M-series or Coincident Technology speakers would also be worth looking into.  Best of luck. 

I have the dynaudio special forty’s and a raven audio nighthawk m2 not enough power for those speakers.

@soix is right you will want to look for a efficient speaker in the 89db + range.

Raven Blackhawk is a very good entry level tube integrated.

Once again, any of Fritz's models are easy to drive, and sound excellent.

I've heard the Raven Blackhawk with the Tekton MOAB speakers and it was an impressive presentation.  They are HUGE and out of your price range but if you have the space for them I can't imagine them being beaten for the price.

If looking for a stand mount  you should consider Fritz speakers. 

In your budget, great reviews, and easy to drive.  Give him a call. 

I have the Raven Blackhawk LE with a pair of Ref 3A MM De Capo i speakers and it's the most satisfying combination I've ever owned. That includes Dynaco, McIntosh, McCormack, Cary and Rogue amps (with probably a couple more I don't recall) and Advent, KEF, McIntosh, Thiel, ProAc, Merlin and DeVore speakers (and probably a couple more.) My listening space isn't large and the combination of the 20 watts from the Raven with the efficiency of De Capos mean I'm using only a fraction of the available power. 

I also have a Raven Blackhawk and love my Goldenear Triton’s.  With their efficiency and built in subs I have no need for more power.  Also, good values on the used market.

Thanks for the input everyone.  I think I am going to try the De Capos and take advantage of the 45 day trial period.

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