Killer Floor Standing Speakers under $4000 for Rock?

Second the mentions of Klipsch and JBL. I have L100's and I can best describe them as "danceable." Prices seem to have taken a dip in recent months. Given that so many old rock tunes from the 70s were mastered on them, they make it sound so true.

i find my Druids to be more detailed, and the JBL's to be more fun. Iove my Zu's and their offerings so really well with all kinds of amps and components. The little brother to the Druid, the Soul series with identical drivers, was a setup I heard at a show. It was running off a Peachtree Nova and MacBook, it left more of a joyous impression on me than the 60k two part Van Der Steens across the hall that were hooked up to all kinds of Audio Research components.

Of course "rocking" and "lively" are just other words for nonlinear coloration and distortion, but my brain told me what it liked.

also, Klipsch and Zu's aren't afraid of corners if the room is treated properly.

Golden Ear Tritons 3+ 2 or 2+ or 1s you won't be disapointed.

I'm currently listening to the Transiberian Orchestra at concert levels on my Zu Definition IIIs.  Zu, Tekton, Tyler Pro Dynamic series and Legacy Focus -- I have owned them all and they will all meet your criteria.  The Zu are the most dynamic (also the best for vocals and guitar), the Tylers are smooth, slightly warm sounding, and the Tektons are somewhere in the middle (the Zus and Tylers are the most efficient).  I still own the Tekton Lore (had the Pendragons) - they are amazing for the price.  On your budget I would probably go for the Zu Omen Def Mk II.  Don't hesitate to call and talk to the owners -- Sean and the gang at Zu are awesome, and there is not a better person in all of audio than Ty Lashbrook.  Eric Alexander has always answered my calls and been extremely helpful as well.

BTW, just be aware, the Legacy Focus and Tyler Pro Dynamic speakers are huge -- a real pain to move around by yourself!

You can try the Revel F208's they Rock used at 3,500.....as well as the much more expensive Salon2's, both speakers cranked clear and clean beyond recommended dB levels for your ears! I'm using the Devialet D200 crystal clear with Nordost Red Dawn Cables.......