Have not heard the Monitor 2's, but can attest to the Monitor 3's I own a pair. They are great speakers. Work well with my tube or SS gear. The Daber speakers are well worth consideration anywhere near the price and above.
Daber 2: better speaker in the world for $1k?
I've been listening at length to the NEW Daber Audio Monitor 2's, and I'm blown away. The clarity of the highs and the palpability of the bass despite the small size of the driver is knocking my socks off as I listen to DMB "Shake Me Like a Monkey". Is there a better loudspeaker in the world for less than $1k? How about for less than $2k? Just sayin....