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Magico A3 vs. Focal Kanta 2

I have around 10k to play with for a new set of speakers. 
My current equipment: MC452 C2600 MCD550 Vienna Acoustics Mozart grand speakers, REL S5. 
My options include  Magico A3,  Focal Kanta 2 or used Sonus Faber Elipsa SE for around 10K.  These choices are based on on aesthetics (approved by wife) and reviews, I have not heard any of them yet.  I am not willing to change my amp/pre. My choice of music is 95% classical (symphony, solo piano, piano concertos) about 5% Jazz. Auditioning speakers would probably not be possible. I need to make a decision based purely on expert recommendation. If there are any other speakers in this price range with similar attributes I may also consider, but I would prefer to pick one from above. Also, would any of the above give a massive improvement in sound reproduction? Is SF Elipsa outdated  when compared to current Focal and Magico?  Thanks. 


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xti16
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Focal IMO had a reputation for being bright but after hearing the Kanta and Sopra 2 I would not consider them bright at all. About 12 years I auditioned the SF Creamora Auditor M and thought that was going to be my next speaker. Not as laid back as VA and to me with the mids and highs being better. Then later after hearing the original Dyn C1’s that sound was exactly what I was looking for (but IMO fugly looking). I wanted that sound and bought them. My only complaint was they needed to be turned up to sound their best. Later I upgraded to the C1 Signatures. They sounded much better at low to mid listening levels but didn’t play quite as loud. I never compared to the Platinums but some folks say they are a bit brighter and more forward.

Anyhow asking people on a forum you will get their opinion. Everyone has has different tastes and expectations. Do you hear Yanny or laurel?
https://twitter.com/CloeCouture/status/996218489831473152/video/1
I hear Yanny everywhere except through my computer speakers at work. My son only hears Laurel. Go figure?!?
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