Another vote for Daedalus, but I would say the smaller Athena or DA-RMa's, that I have, would be a better fit and match your budget better. My prior speakers were Acoustic Zen Adagios and good as they were, the Daedalus were in a different league. The Crescendos I do'nt know, but they are pretty big I think, maybe a problem in a small room too.
I use a very cluttered square 20 by 20ft room, the DA-RMas fit in just fine. Lou does have a number of owners happy to demo, I am sure he could find one if you were interested.
I use a very cluttered square 20 by 20ft room, the DA-RMas fit in just fine. Lou does have a number of owners happy to demo, I am sure he could find one if you were interested.