The missing gold nugget of advice hear is that you won't know anything about how speakers sound until you get them home and listen IN YOUR ROOM. I sense that you're researching brand names and construction practices. There's a LOT of history and "culture" here. Don't overdo the information processing. Getting up to speed to converse in the lingo isn't at all important, as NO_ONE can help you decide what will sound best to YOUR ears in your room. This cannot be overstressed. So start by getting a few pairs of various 2-way monitors that are well-liked, and try them out at home with a neutral integrated like the NAD C370 or Audio Refinement Complete. Suggestions might include the
Soendor S3/1p ($800 used), Revel M20 ($1200)or N805($1600), or cheaper decent two-ways like the flasjier Triangles, Quad 11L, B&W 601, even NAD Super Ones or Paradign 20. They'll all sound different. Get good stands (like the $200 steel Plateau V23 clones of the $500 Target), cover your sidewalls with pillows, etc., and trust your ears. Use a decent source like the new NAD C541i for $400. Keep it simple, relax, and trust your ears. You'll be shocked at how a tiny good 6" 2-way will sound so much better than monstrous dreck! Oh...check the new JMLabs Chorus 70? as well....
Soendor S3/1p ($800 used), Revel M20 ($1200)or N805($1600), or cheaper decent two-ways like the flasjier Triangles, Quad 11L, B&W 601, even NAD Super Ones or Paradign 20. They'll all sound different. Get good stands (like the $200 steel Plateau V23 clones of the $500 Target), cover your sidewalls with pillows, etc., and trust your ears. Use a decent source like the new NAD C541i for $400. Keep it simple, relax, and trust your ears. You'll be shocked at how a tiny good 6" 2-way will sound so much better than monstrous dreck! Oh...check the new JMLabs Chorus 70? as well....