Needing to replace thirty year old speakers.

To the OP, what have you not enjoyed for 30 years listening through the Cantons? I am very familiar with Cantons from back then. They receive accolades on their newer models today. The speaker / room interface is the most "significant" part of any system, ime. Nothing mentioned above would ever stray me away from my tweaked Lascalas, as they do for me things that only they can provide. Listening needs, wants and desires, are truly met. Many people have not reached this point, and honestly, unless you have a dedicated listening room (my wife would love these subs gone), you are starting at zero, again, ime. What characteristics in sq are you looking for? Anyone here who throws out a recommendation, is basing it on "what they like", or "what they read about". WHAT DO YOU LIKE? And if you do not know, try and listen to some things. I am a retired audio consultant, and my job was to extract information from my client, getting a sense of what they liked. There are many reasons I own what I do, as I know what characteristics of the recorded music I enjoy. Musical peaks must be realistic...the differences between loud and soft passages, "the musicians playing", is paramount for enjoyment. I am excited and delighted when I play my system. Not many are, based on what I read, and who I communicate with. I get emails from folks asking for advice, and I tell them what I am telling you. WHAT DO YOU WANT? Klipsch Lascala, for me. And RSL 12s subs. It is important to know what it is you want. Simple in theory. My best, MrD.

Tekton moab is in you price range and does not need a sub.your wife can pick your color.they are a short drive from you or call Eric the owner and discuss what you want.he can build something tailored to your equipment.they are very efficient speakers and many major speaker companies are developing thiers after his design.he uses small dome speakers in a flower array because they are fast and light with great transients. Momentum is mass x velocity and because they are so light they are much quicker and responsive. Just give him a call.enjoy the hunt.

Vandersteens are the most overrated and overpriced speakers.

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That's a great list!  Personally, I am happy to stick with the top line.

No bloat from B & W for me and Sonus faber appears where it belongs on the soft side.

No Fynes?