I would spend a little more money and have the Dunlavy SCIIIs drop shipped to your door. They are running a special on them till 11/30 at Audio Video Logic in Des Moines, Iowa. The number is 515-727-2279 and the owner's name is John Wiers and tell him Dan (that's me) told you to ask for him. Your Linn should have no problem driving them. They are the most dynamic, natural, and coherent sounding speakers in their price range. I went from Thiel 2.2s to these and I've been totally satisfied. I am using Audio Research electronics and have had no problems driving as loud as my ears can take it. Your price should be somewhere around $3,000 delivered.
Help! Deciding btwn several 2.5K spkrs
I've been listening to quite a few speakers in the $2,500 range and would love to hear any input on those I am considering--JM Lab Cobalt 820, Linn 5140, Kef Reference 2.2, Vienna Acoustics Mozart. I'm using a Linn Majik integrated amp, which is rated at 60 watts. I know that speakers are a personal choice, but it would be helpful to hear any of your experiences with these products, whether you think any would not match well with my amp, or if you think all of my choices are utter crap! Also, am I correct in eliminating from consideration all 4 ohm speakers due to my limited wattage? Thanks!!!!!