If you raise your limits to $2500, there is no question–the LSA1 Statements. Nothing else is even close.
Best speakers for about $2000 a pair
I was looking at the Magnepan 1.7's but not real thrilled about some quality issues I hear about Maggies. So, what others should I be lookoing at. I tried out some Klipch WF-35 and they are just to bright and not much for soundstage. I can drive just about anything.