You have already started. You said you listened to the B&W CM5. So this is your baseline.
How did you like the sound? The CM5 is a rear ported speaker so that tells you it should be used with stands. It also has a metal (aluminum) dome tweeter. So now you should listen to another 2 way bookshelf that has a different type of tweeter. Listen to a soft (silk) dome, then maybe a ribbon, then maybe a compression horn. They all sound different from one another. Find the one that you like best and zero in on models that have these types of high frequency drivers. Now decide if you want rear ported (stands required) or front ported (a bookshelf or stand can be used). Finally consider the impedence of the speaker. Are they 8 Ohm (easier to drive) or 4 Ohm (requiring more amplifier power). This will help you decide on an amp.
As you audition speakers, based on above criteria, you can begin to develop your own spreadsheet as you narrow down what is the best speaker for you. Good luck on your journey.
How did you like the sound? The CM5 is a rear ported speaker so that tells you it should be used with stands. It also has a metal (aluminum) dome tweeter. So now you should listen to another 2 way bookshelf that has a different type of tweeter. Listen to a soft (silk) dome, then maybe a ribbon, then maybe a compression horn. They all sound different from one another. Find the one that you like best and zero in on models that have these types of high frequency drivers. Now decide if you want rear ported (stands required) or front ported (a bookshelf or stand can be used). Finally consider the impedence of the speaker. Are they 8 Ohm (easier to drive) or 4 Ohm (requiring more amplifier power). This will help you decide on an amp.
As you audition speakers, based on above criteria, you can begin to develop your own spreadsheet as you narrow down what is the best speaker for you. Good luck on your journey.