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Bookshelf Speakers with “Big” sound?

I’m trying to identify a bookshelf (monitor) speaker that will give a big, full sound. Budget up to $2,000

These will be located in a larger living room. For aesthetic reasons I’m pursing bookshelf speakers. Currently these would be mated with Rega electronics, and someday I may move back to tube-based equipment.

Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
Randy
rbschauman
typerecca
1 posts
 
Dynaudio Special 25's. They need some power though.
tim_j_thomas
43 posts
 
Check out Fritz Speakers -- specifically the Carbon 7s. Top of the line drivers at cost well within your budget.

www.fritzspeakers.com

There are some "informal" reviews at audiocircle. You can search as well here on audiogon. Great guy, who will go out of his way to build what you want.
loomisjohnson
1,905 posts
 
the two that come to mind are the von schweikert vr1 (easily available used for around $500) and the acoustic energy line (ae1, 2 etc.). both of these have tremendous slam for their size and none of the boxiness or narrow soundstage you might expect from monitors.
mr_man
72 posts
 
I'll second the Totem Mani-2 suggestion.
Uncanny large sound with incredible bass.
The first time I heard them I thought a sub was hidden somewhere...
zowie
68 posts
 
Second the FritzSpeakers. Call him up and tell him what your wants and needs are and see what he proposes.
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