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Three best speakers for my budget.

I've been looking to buy a used pair of speakers to replace Matrix 802 S3 driven by Jeff Rowland Model5 amp. Here is my narrowed down list of speakers which can be had for around $4500-$5000:
1. Sonus Faber Extrema
2. Kharma Ceramique 2.1 or 2.0
3. B&W Nautilus 802

I'm looking for one that has musical detail sound with presence of instrument texture, air and image. Especially the one that presents "REAL" or "Live-like". I usually listen to the acoustic jazz music mainly with acoustic guitar, saxophone, and percussion.

I had a chance to listen to Sonus Faber Extrema which is pretty much what I want but also curious if Kharma 2.x or Nautilus 802 would perform better. Any suggestions or comments would be appreciated.
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barrelchief
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For that price range, I feel there is a HUGE value in the Meadowlark Audio Heron-i, Full range speaker...very natural, quick, accurate and open.

I was considering B&W Nautilus until I heard the Meadowlarks...they added "realism" that the B&W's lacked.

If you actually go out and demo a pair and are interested in a used pair let me know...I am waiting for a reason to sell mine and move up to the next model "Blue Heron."

These speakers work great with both tube and SS amplification. ck out www.meadowlarkaudio.com.

Good luck!
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