Candidates for best speakers in the $2000-5000 market

I really like my Canton Reference 9k stand mounts. Fantastic finish in walnut and a great sound. Also available in black or white if that matches your room better. More bass than most small speakers and voices are wonderful. 

https://youtu.be/g3TRcjgTE-M

I also looked at Fyne. F700 and F1-5 was over my budget but may fit on yours.

I have been very happy with my Harbeth SHL5+; I imagine a previously owned pair from a good source would be in your price range, and/or that a model by them in your price range might be worth a listen (If my memory is correct I compared them to Dynaudio and Sonus Faber when I purchased them). Bought mine from Sound by Singer in NYC, they always have discounted gear on offer so might be worth checking the webpage.  Tell us what you decide, and enjoy!

(And +1 for suggestions on buying used gear in good / trusted condition - it’s how I built much of my system, and it has worked well for me)

+1 for the Philharmonic BMR Towers

I had Martin Logan Monoliths 2 for over 20 years.  They were a little lacking in bass.  A series of events mandated a change.  I considered another ML hybrid but decided against them primarily for cost and the WAF wanted smaller speakers.  I auditioned ML 60XTI and sent them back.

A significant amount of research led me to the BMR Towers.  Unfortunately, Philharmonic sells them direct... no dealers.  That makes it tough to audition them.  Unless you come over to my house.  They don't need a subwoofer.

I strongly recommend them.

Audiotroy +1 , Havocman -1