An easy entry to single driver is available at Madisound. The Markaudio Alpair 7 mounted in a recommended "Pensil" enclosure can provide a peek at the potential of single driver systems. The enclosures are easy to build and inexpensive using 3/4" plywood. The Pensil is a mass loaded transmission line, basically just a box with a slot at the bottom. Used in nearfield, some listeners may feel this is satisfying enough to not look elsewhere. At the total cost of under $300 including hardware and finishing, it might be worth a try.
I have a pair of these and find them quite nice. As I indicated, they work well in the nearfield, Satisfying bass, very good detail, nice treble extension and smooth response. Dynamics are sharp. Soundstage and imaging reflect the quality of the upstream electronics and recording.
I did not have the same kind of results with some of the other drivers in the Markaudio line or from other manufacturers.
I have a pair of these and find them quite nice. As I indicated, they work well in the nearfield, Satisfying bass, very good detail, nice treble extension and smooth response. Dynamics are sharp. Soundstage and imaging reflect the quality of the upstream electronics and recording.
I did not have the same kind of results with some of the other drivers in the Markaudio line or from other manufacturers.