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Speaker Recommendation: 20K range

I’m looking for new speakers in the <20K range. 

I am not looking for used, unless it’s a demo model straight from an AD.

I am hoping to find a line that clearly beats speakers in the ~10K range like Magico A3, Revel 228BE, Legacy Focus SE etc.

I will be pairing the speakers with a Lumin D2 streamer, Mcintosh C2600 pre and MC452 amp. Changing those components is not going to happen anytime soon and so system synergy with those pieces is important. 

I also would like the speakers to be rated at 500W given the amp I will be using and the fact that the listening space is quite large. 

While I mostly listen to jazz, rock, pop, classical and vocals, I am really looking for speakers that sound amazing with any genre. I also need them to sound great at moderate levels of volume. 

I currently have Focal Kanta No 2s, and while they are quite nice, I want something much better in all respects. 

I am not really up to speed on all the audiophile terms that describe the various traits of sound – I just want my jaw to drop when listening to the speakers with any genre at all volume levels, if that’s possible :) 

I am close to NYC and would like to narrow down the list to ~5 candidates before I start auditioning.

Hopefully you guys can help me compile a list!

Thanks in advance for your time and suggestions.

chandybe
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bobag
9 posts
 
Tuff decision. I also want to upgrade from Aerial 10T’s I’ve had for 18 yrs. 
I live in Florida now but I’m from NYC originally and going back to visit family on 10/31/18. I’ll be there for the audio show 11/9-11/18 although the show doesn’t look so good. 
Here’s something to think about:
After listening to Andrew Jones speak about speaker design, I’ve decided to consider an active speaker because they avoid the shortcomings introduced by cross over networks. 
proudpeecock
1 posts
 
The best speakers in the world will suck if the listening room is all wrong

Audiodad
atekelidis
12 posts
 
for $20k you can get a new pair of left over Focal Scala V2's I would goes with those over the Sopra 3
luisma31
516 posts
 
Been reading this thread for a while (and other threads).
I am a complete Noob in these matters but based on the amp @chandybe is using and the relatively high damping factor of 40, matching speakers for the  MC452 would need to follow certain electrical requirements and not only sensitivity and impedance will determine which speakers will sound better but also considering amplifier feedback, speaker frequency response etc. maybe in general terms high impedance speakers 8 ohms plus may not be a good match for it. 
More experienced people feel free to comment, like I said I am just learning a bit about all this

rsf507
2,313 posts
 
Ever consider the Sanders 10e speakers
http://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/sanders-model-10e-hybrid-electrostatic-loudspeaker/
Electrostatic speakers are just so quick and clean sounding. Try and have a listen.
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