Hi All,
First off thank you all so very much for all the great replies! Sounds like the Townshend Podiums would be the way to go. Unfortunately I can't afford the cost otherwise I'd do it :(. In addition to the 208's I also bought the 208C and a pair of M105's.
The Gaia's look great, however I don't love the height they add to what are already large speakers-they look a bit obtrusive. And though my wife is always supportive aesthetics are important to her (me as well actually).
The Symposium Super platforms are iintriguing...as is the idea of a concrete slab...Lost of great choices here. Once again thank you All so much for taking the time to respond and help!😀