i would rather have the mini utopias than even the huge meadowlarks. i think the minis are way beyond the others you mentioned. i am sure that the owners of meadowlarks will now raise cane and say i am deaf, but that is my opinion. i think you will find you probaly will not need a sub either. the minis have great bass for a bookshelf. good luck and keep us informed.
JMLab Mini Utopia or Meadowlark Blue Herons
I have heard the Mini Utopias and like them but have been curious about the Blue Herons but have not been able to listen to them. I am an apartment dweller and run all tubes (110w mono blocks). Due to circumstances I wont get into, my choice is basically between the Mini's and Blue Herons. The Blue Herons got a very good review by enjoythemusic.com. Anyone made a comparison? Highend, mids and bass. Now I'm sure the bass is more 'there' with the Blue Herons, but if thats the only aspect that the Blue Herons do better, would the mini's with a sub be better.....