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Speaker Recommendations

I've owned a lot of different speakers, mainly Martin-Logans and Magnepans, but I have owned a few others too, Linn, Epos, NHT. My current speakers are Vandersteen 2ce Signatures and I really like them, but 2 factors have me thinking about replacing them.
One is I've changed to a Musical Fidelity integrated amp from McCormack seperates and the integrated doesn't control the Vandies like the McCormack did. The other factor is that I'd like to have something a little smaller. Not bookshelf size, just not 45 inches tall and 13 inches wide.
Any recommendations for a nice full-range speaker in the $1000(used) range that might work?

Thanks
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timrhu
2,779 posts
 
I owned the 2CE signatures, enjoyed their sound but they were just too dang big. I replaced them with Meadowlark Shearwater Hot Rods and couldn't be happier. I prefer the Shearwater's sound to the Vandy's.
dracule1
1,085 posts
 
How about the Hyperion 938s at about 41" tall and 12" wide? I own them. They will be a vast improvement over the Vandersteens and will be easily driven by the MF integrated (90 dB efficient and 6 Ohm nominal). Retails for 4500 but you can find significant dealer discounts. Try www.hyperionsound.com for reviews and awards and http://www.audiocircle.com/circles/viewforum.php?f=80 for more info.
nealhood
199 posts
 
Try the B&W DM 603 S3. There is a review in this months issue of Stereophile and, it was a dandy. I've only heard them once and was suitably impressed. Seems like a bargain for $1K.
fedreams
107 posts
 
Zu Cables make some great speakers that are very efficient. The Druids nad the Definitions, I believe they are releasing a monitor type speaker based on the Druid design. They are award winning and have some great write ups. Worth checking out!
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woodman
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Hales. There's a pair of Rev 2's out there now that might just fit you. I've got the Rev 3's and love em'.
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