Speaker Upgrade Recommendation for Current Analog System - under $10,000 Budget


Music lovers/audiophiles, looking for input.
Considering a speaker upgrade to full range, floorstanders. Current analog system setup - recent full upgrade to Jolida JD 202 intergated amp. (40 watts), VPI Scout w JM 9 arm, Benz Mirco L2 cart, Tyler Acoustic Reference Monitors, ACI Force sub, Jolida JD 100 CD player. Have enjoyed current system for 15+ yrs. COVID and my location presents a challenge to auditioning. Based on articles and reviews narrowed considerartion to Salk Songbird3 BeAT, GoldenEar Triton One.R, Nola Contender S3. Refined to GoldenEar and Nola speakers. Seems GoldenEar may be the easiest for place in room. Reviews show them to share simular sound signature. Alternative option: switch out ACI Force for two Rythmik F12G subs, upgrade phono pre-amp and call it a day.
Listening room - 12' X 30' (configuration - odd shaped third floor (main room has window well, with narrow 6 ft. hallway to steps w/ separate room by steps). Favorite genries: Jazz and R&B, however, love music (1500 LP's). Probably last system change, looking at retirement with more time to enjoy my music. Appreciate the input.              
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Before you run...... 

 1.Buy a pair of PSB 800 or 800i.....

2.  Also buy the 300 bookshelves.

3. Total cost...maybe $350.00

Keep these in your closet.

4. Run a nearfield serup with the 300s into your room away from everything.
This setup is portable and will bring you immense joy. You will have 2 setups essentially.

5. Use these speakers to compare to your 10k wishes.




2 real sleepers.....

I dare you......
PSB 300
JBL HLS610

Have some portable nearfiled listening fun...or play em further...nearfiled will shock you......

Try this track for demo.......

https://open.spotify.com/track/3iFMGAGNzoTOnUQzKQKHKb?si=6ZzLEdqDRLaP1I05BoNTwQ&utm_source=copy-...