It is 2008 do you know the best start up speaker

Before I get to my question I just want to thank the designers and engineers who introduce great products to this nutty community.
I have been noticing names unfamiliar to me when goners mention new speakers that blow them away even after hearing so many great speakers before.
I would like to hear from goners their new discoveries of speakers that are world beaters.
This is not restricted to just new small companies. But I am most intereted in those cottage industry start-ups.
All price points are welcome, but wouldn't it be nice to read about a world class speaker under $5k? Or less.
To start I will mention one that caught my attention sp tech.