2-Way Floorstander, $1500

I should have stated that my recommendation of the Proac Studio 250's was based on used price. I think they retail for about $4000.00 new.

If you have space...I would be tempted to try Maggie 1.6s...

On the basis of pure sonics, you won't find anything much better than the Vandersteen 2ce or 1c in your price range. However, they are not very good looking speakers. If you want a nice wood finish, suggest you investigate the Vienna Acoustics Bach. THe Proac Studio series may also work but they are hard to find. Also hard to find, but nice looking and good sounding is the Ruark Prologue.

In a room your size, you may get better results from a quality stand mounted speaker like the Green Mountain Europas.

A powered subwoofer could be add later if you need/want more bass.

I would second the Vandy 3A, which could be upgraded to the 3ASig when you get an extra $800.00.