bookshelf for classical music under $2000

I wouldn't rule out metal drivers automatically. I've heard some metal drivers that sound the way soft drivers are supposed to sound. And I've heard soft drivers that sound the way metal ones are supposed to sound. I believe it depends on how the driver is employed rather than what it is made out of.

-Bob

Totem Acoustic speakers can be positively magical with classical music in particular--HUGE soundstage and great transparency without being at all harsh or "analytical".

I agree with Bondmanp, the Reference 3A de Capos will give you bass for a smaller monitor nice midrange and highs

Disagree on the Totems. Would look at Ascend Acoustics, Opera, and Rega.

Rich

Vapor Audio Breeze speakers are stellar performers!!!