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suggestion for replacing Totem Arro

I have been very happy with a pair of Totem Arro speakers for my living room setup, but a recent addition to the family is making placement a bit more complicated and has us a bit concerned about our baby knocking them over.

I'm looking for suggestions on a speaker that might replace these. I think I'd be better off with a monitor/bookshelf speaker and something that is relatively flexible in its placement (literally on a shelf perhaps, or if not, placed somewhat close to the wall). I really love the Arro's imaging and sound quality and I know I'm not likely to find something exactly like them, but would love some suggestions on speakers that might be as enjoyable to listen to for someone who likes the Arro.

For reference, my source is usually vinyl on a Music Hall MMF5 though an all class A amp/preamp (Forte pre and monarchy sm-70 amp). so something that does well with that. I'd also be interested in suggestions for monitor/sub combos in lieu of a straight pair of speakers. i'd like to keep around or under the price range of the Arro.
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riffer
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I knocked mine over a couple times, so I built some stands. If they had been available at the time, I would have used the outriggers from Soundocity.

Here's a link to a picture of my system in its old configuration that shows the stands:

http://www.canuckaudiomart.com/view_userimages.php?user_id=1130

Here is a link to the Soundocity outiggers:

http://soundocity.com/index.html
riffer
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They haven't toppled since. I've also reduced the size of my fat arse, which has helped as well :)

It might be worth the experience of trying. It's certainly less expensive and less hassle than switching speakers.

I don't know if they could take a full hit from a little kid though. My niece and nephew were trained to stay away from the stereo when they were that age.
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