For 2800 new you can get a pair of Zu Druids. They throw a huge soundstage & bass goes down to 35-40Hz. They are 101db sensitive and will work with small tube amps & up to 300 watt solid state amps.
Here is the review from 6moons http://www.6moons.com/audioreviews/zu/druid_5.html
Here is the review from 6moons http://www.6moons.com/audioreviews/zu/druid_5.html