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Speaker Reco

My system is pretty simple

Bluesound Node 2 streaming mostly Tidal
oppo 105d for cd
hegel 190 (use the dac for streaming)
audiovector qr3

..looking to replace Audiovectors as our new house has larger listening area.  Approx 20 x 20. 
Listen to variety music: alt country, rock, soul, funk.

any reco for good match for the above either new or used in $5k range - possibly a little higher ?

focal 936?
sonus faber?
Focal Kanta 
kef something ?

I know I'll want to audition but wanted to get a short list together 

appreciate any tips 


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bigtex22
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I was in a showroom yesterday listening to Focals.  I think the Kantas are pricey - the 3 goes for ~$14K/pair.  They sure sound nice thought - seamless and large soundstage.
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steveg137 OP
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I need to listen to them, was thinking 2's perhaps see if can find used pair but no first hand experience 

I read KEF pair well with Hegels.

i also listen a lot at low/medium volumes having little one in the house so that may factor too.
soix
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What sound/speaker characteristics are most important to you?
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tomic601
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For low volume hyper clarity and seamless cohesion  Vandersteen Treo. Enjoy the music
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steveg137 OP
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Sound characteristics - honestly I'm not sure how to describe this. Perhaps I've not listened to enough systems.  I like openness and clarity but I dabble in playing drums and appreciate some depth 
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steveg137 OP
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Have not heard of Treos will check them out thanks 
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ozzy62
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I have a friend with Kanta 2s in a pretty large room. I think they sound very good, not quite as dynamic as I’d like, but I’m a horn guy. They are very coherent and easy to listen to. I’d say they are a very competent all around performer.

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soix
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Sound characteristics - honestly I'm not sure how to describe this.. Perhaps I've not listened to enough systems.
I agree.  Nobody can make a legit speaker recommendation if all you have is what music you listen to and at what volume.  You need to go hear more speakers to figure out what characteristics are most attractive/important to you, otherwise this is just a crapshoot for you and us.  
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steveg137 OP
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Not easy to find dealers to listen to variety of speakers but will get planning 
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