Looking for some new floor standing speakers


So I am in the market for some new floor standing speakers. I currently have Dynaudio Contour 20's, which I like,but I am looking for a bit more bass and, let's be honest, I am in the mood for something new. My current setup is a Simaudio ACE and a Cambridge Audio CXN v2, however, I have a NAD M33 on order (for weeks...). I listen to almost anything but rap and country, and just a little classical. I like Prog, New Wave, Grunge, and Jazz mostly. I've not auditioned much yet, but I'd like to get some opinions on what might be the best path or even if I should take that path :). I want to stay below $5k before trade-in and discounts.

The ones on my list to try are:
Focal 936
Revel F208
Goldenear Triton 2+
KEF R7

Love to hear any thoughts!




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Showing 1 response by yyzsantabarbara

There is a Paradigm Persona 3F unopened box ($7500) that is maybe a step above the speakers you have listed. It is on USAudiomart. I have heard the 3F with NAD M22 v2  and it was very good. Better amplification improves the sound. Your NAD M33 is likely closer to the SimAudio 860a that I thought was really good with the Persona 5F.