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Reference 3A choices?

Hello all!
I'm debating between the Dulcets. De Capos, or Veenas for a future purchase.
I currently have Vandersteen 2ce's and I've kinda got the upgrade bug. My amplification is a vintage Fisher 500c tube receiver, which I don't want to part with. The problem is that it's 35 watts is a bit anemic for the Vandys'
I know all Ref 3A's are quite efficient, and I'm very intrigued by all the positive reviews, so I might make the switch.

Other incidentals: 15 x 15 foot listening room with 8 foot ceiling. Listen to old school, funk, jazz, classic rock, folk, reggae. I'm NOT a rap or heavy metal fan. I like detail, soundstage, imaging, but also emotion and a touch of warmth. Also, I do have a subwoofer, though it's mid-fi.
Source is an Eastern Electric MinMax tube output CDP.

Any opinions comparing the merits of the three Ref 3A's above or what you think might work best for my set up would be very much appreciated!
Thank You!
Lincoln
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chazzbo
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They all seem to be pretty efficient and very nice without crossovers.L'Integral were with Corian baffle(very thick so must be nice non resonant front) which were very compact for floor standers.Hear the DeCapos and they are great but for long haul I would want more weight (I think your Funk and Reggae might call out for it) and larger sound stage.Episodes,Grand Veena and L'Integral might be out of your size or price wants so I'd go Veena.If you look for efficient speakers also consider Silverline 17/17.'s or another Yun model.New kid on Block Zu.Devore 8's or 9's.But 3A's are great.I might join you as I am tired of my large German Horns and if I don't go to power above my 40 watt EAR (I am thinking T amp by Red Wine or Pass)But your speaker would be on my efficient short list.
Chazz
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