Check out the Silverline Minuets. I've been on a quest for a great pair of bookshelves for about 3 years and am happy at last. Veiled, thick and syrupy, no - but they are smooth to my ears.
Ultra - smooth bookshelves $500 or under
Can I get your recommendations for ultra-smooth bookshelf monitors for a 20 watt tube-based system for a small room. I listen primarily to jazz and classical at moderate levels. Have tried many single driver models but I just can't get that mellow (yes, veiled!) sound I'm looking for. I'm going for thick and syrupy here! Many thanks!