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Upgrading speakers in HT/2 channel system

Looking for input and opinions on upgrading my VS VR4JRs. Something in the $5-10K range, new or used. Like all kinds of music. Like detail and air but not harsh. Have a sub, may get a second but want the new speaker go into at least the low 30s. Want floorstanding less than 48"H and similar in size to my current speakers in W and D. Can be a little bigger. Want something that also looks nice for WAF. Less than 150 lbs each.
Currently have a:
Marantz AV7005(will be upgraded later cause doesn’t play nice via ARC with new TV).
NAD c658
Naim Unitiserve with NAS
Verastarr SSA64 and Bel Canto EVO6 and EVO2 amp

Considering:
LSA 20 Statement - haven’t heard
Monitor Audio PL200
Focal 1028Be or 1038Be
Sonus Faber Olympica III - haven’t heard
Joseph Audio Perspective only heard their monitor
Used Wilson, VS Endeavor, Audes, etc.?
Thanks for any input.

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elybry OP
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I have listened to the Monitor audio pl200ii and preferred to the Focal 1028 be and Dali Rubicon 8, looking at used Epicon 8 and PL300ii. Thoughts? I want the speakers to look as good as they sound. The Dynaudios don't do it for me, the SF, DALI, .and Monitor Audio  do
gongli3
92 posts
 
   I too like Focal and Dali over Monitor Audio for their transparency on top frequencies, although MAs are enjoyable as well - I own both the Bronze and the Silver floor standers and enjoy them every day.

   
gongli3
92 posts
 
   I too prefer Focal and Dali over Monitor Audio for their top frequencies, but I own MA speakers bot the Bronze and the Silver fl. standers and find them to be quite enjoyable - granted they are not true hifi but only mid-fi perhaps, but for the money they are on top in my humble opinion. I listen to classical music mostly, although female pop and Jazz are also my thing, and British offerings tend to be geared more toward classical - I might be wrong on that, but I really like what British have offered in audio so far...

   Dali and Focal look pretty to me - they don't do it for you?

   Happy hunting and consider used - you will get more quality for the buck, and you can resell them not losing money many times, just incase you are not happy with the purchase...
   
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