Supakit, have you considered the Red Rose R2's (or maybe it's just 2's)? They are less expensive than your target ($3,500), but they are very life-like without being as bright as the B&W's. Also, you might want to consider the Harbeth Monitor 40's. I have the 7E's (similar, but not as deep and strong) and they are terrific with live Jazz - very accurate.
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.
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.