@bjesien Bit of an old post now, but I ended up getting the Coherent 18s directly from Frank (can see them in my virtual system page).
I've been really liking them. I made a small tweak and adjusted the resistors in the crossovers to balance it out a little more for my room, but otherwise they've been great and have had them over a year now. They work well with my Aric audio 2A3 SET amp and 6SN7 preamp. They seem to perform best for me for Jazz and acoustic/live recordings. They have good bass extension but if you are a big bass head they might not be the right choice (or might need a sub). I find it plenty though, and is definitely enough to feel! While I didn't ever get to audition the Tannoy Kensingtons in home, hearing them in a demo room vs the Coherents at home I prefer the Coherents. Just me, though!
If you're ever able to go to the Montreal audio show whenever they have that, I believe Frank sets up there. It shouldn't be a huge trip from New England, I'd think!