If you must choose between the two you listed, then stay with Quad. There is a synergy there. However, be forwarned, the Quads are kind of fussy with speaker placement. You also did not list a budget range. Assuming that you want to go with small footprint floor standers, I want to suggest 2 more items that are both British: the Spendor S8e (known for their nusical charm and easy nature) and the PMC (Professional Monitor Company) FB1 (known for their full range and detailed yet musical sound...Although, I prefer the OB1). Good luck.
Quad 22L vs. Linn Espek vs. ?
I am assisting a neighbor in putting together a 2-channel audio system that is more music oriented rather than aiming for audiophile nirvana. Since he is a musician, his preferences are for reasonably full-range frequency response, tonal accuracy and transparency. His room is about 15x17. Electronics are Quad 99 preamp and 909 current dumping amp. Listens mostly to classical and jazz. We have no local dealer for either of these speakers or most other speakers for that matter, so insightful comments and suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.