I've owned Spendors and can attest that they have strengths and weaknesses. Also owned Harbeths. In the same budget range, you might consider Daedalus Muse speakers. They have a higher sensitivity, so easily driven. They are better than any Spendors or Harbeths in my opinion and are capable of being played low or high--will fill the room nicely. With the right equipment, they will sound beyond their price. Have Lou build you a pair; you won't regret it and worth the wait.
Spendor D7.2 Pairing - First Watt F8
I have a First Watt F8 with a Modwright LS100 as a preamp. Considering the Spendor D7.2's to replace my Zu DW 6 Supremes. The Spendor's are rated at 8 ohms and 90db efficiency - their specs show amps from 25 -200 can handle them. The F8 puts out 25 Wats per channel into a typical 8 ohm load and loves efficient speakers. Anyone here running this combination or have thoughts on the Spendors paired with a Class A like the F8?