Seeking speakers under $3K for 10x12 ft room and driven by 20wpc tube amp


I currently have a pair of Apogee Acoustics Centaur Minors driven by a new Black Ice integrated tube amp. The small but dedicated listening room means I’m doing near-field listening with me and the speakers forming a 6’ triangle. As you might expect, these speakers have terrific midrange but at 85dB sensitivity they are a bit difficult to drive and feel limited in dynamics. The room is acoustically treated.


I almost exclusively listen to small combo acoustic jazz and vocals and I’m seeking recommendations for something easier to drive and more dynamic that provides a more “palpable presence” of the musicians when played at louder levels. Prefer small floorstanders for aesthetics but not essential and preferably a brand where I might have a chance to audition them (I’m in SoCal). Also open to used (e.g. something like Wilson Cubs). TIA!

p.s. thanks for the Sonus faber suggestion.

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if you can find them used less than 2K.

92db and excellent soundstage, detail,  dynamics and low level listening I use them with Raven Audio Blackhawk.

doubt you would be able to demo though

the Linton's are also good but no where near the detail or dynamics

 

Sonus Faber in your price range is made pretty bad!

I would get something more sensitive from a DIY brand like GR Research.

I have Omega S.A.M. and they sound great but I would not recommend them if you like playing loud.  They'll play fairly loud but push them too much and they lose their composure.  As mentioned , need a sub

I am tempted to try Studio Electric M4.   They look nice for the money.