And holographic in a 2 channel system is an oxymoron.
Well that’s just simply not true as you’ve obviously already found — some speakers absolutely produce an effortless, expansive 3D or “holographic” soundstage better than others. Some I’ve found in your price range new that excel at this are the Joseph Audio Profile, ProAc D20, Totem Tribe or Forest, and Usher Dancer Mini-Two. If you’re open to used I’d add the Vandersteen Treo CT as well. I’d think you’d be able to demo several of these in the LA area and highly encourage you to go hear as many of them as possible. Hope this helps, and best of luck.

