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Need more heft

In the market for floor standing full range speakers. Would appreciate recommendations up to $4K. 
Current rig:

VPI Scout TT
Lyra Delos MCPass Labs XP12 pre
Pass Labs XP17 phono pre
Pass Labs XA25 ampZU Audio Soul MK 2 Speakers
ZU cable
Love the mid range and immediacy of the speakers but they have no heft or bottom end/bass extension which is what I am seeking. Not interested in adding a sub. 
For reference, I’ve researched ZU Omen Def MK2, Kef, Focal, Klipsch Forte 3 and Heresy 4, JBL L100 and Golden Ear. 
Appreciate your feedback in advance. 
asp307
erik_squires
15,631 posts
 
Have you treated your room? That’s always a good thing to do first.

This will reduce the mid-treble and tighten up the bass.  Your ideal speakers after treatment may change.
asp307 OP
159 posts
 
Thanks for your feedback @erik_squires. As much as I would like to treat the room, visually I won’t be able to pull it off. 
erik_squires
15,631 posts
 
Have you seen these??



https://www.gikacoustics.com/product-category/acoustic-art-panels/


soix
8,604 posts
 
The new LSA-20 Statements are on sale here now for $4500/pr and includes some nice speaker cables in the deal.  They go down to 25Hz and will likely better your Souls in virtually every parameter.  There’s a review on Part Time Audiophile that uses a Pass amp and a 20W tube amp and found the LSAs to be largely on par with his $25k reference speakers.  Plus the seller/manufacturer offers a 30-day trial and free shipping, which is really nice.  Best of luck in your search. 
tweak1
3,525 posts
 
My weakest link, due to large room is my Emerald Physics KCIIs

But last night I decided to replace an $800 boutique power cord with a WireWorld Electra 7 MSRP $240 to my Core Power 1800 which plugs into a 20 amp dedicated line. This completes my Electra 7 cords powering my system

I am shocked what this one inexpensive change made across the board, especially noticed in the bass, which came alive

hth
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