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I don't have that much possibilities locally, my options are:
JBL
Cerwin Vega
B&W
Klipsch
Jamo
Kef
Worpheedale
I would really appreciate the help, thanks.
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I don't want to sound like a broken record (I guess the saying should be changed to CD...) but I can't help it. I just got done listening to the new Jack Johnson CD on my Ellis 1801's and I am blown away by the sound. Dave's model with standard crossovers (which have better components than most commercial models costing twice the price) start at $775. They use a Seas Excel magnesium woofer and Hiquophon OW1 tweeter. I don't think you can find a better designed, better built, more beautiful speaker any where near this price.Follow the link. Even if you don't like the speakers, the website is pretty informative and educational to anyone who is into audio.
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Used Meadlowlark Kestrel, or used Totem Sttaf. Watch Audiogon carefully, there are frequently delaer demos availble.
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You didn't bother to tell us the rest of your system, but I'm guessing it didn't cost you a ton. So in a blind taste test ( and of the speakers listed ) I would take Klipsch, hands down.
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once in while.
whole different league of speakers.
I have never heard VR-3 but my late friend Steve Zipser here in Florida loved them.
I saw a pair on Audiogon, but it was too late.
The owner said they were dark sounding, imaged ok, but he liked his Audio Physic better.
He also was blown away by maggies 1.6???
go figure?
I am getting vmps rm40, but was considering Von Schweikert's.
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Of the speakers on the list, I would tend to say B&W. There are many options at this price point, but not many on your list.Are you looking for full range speakers? Is this for music or home theater? I know you didn't list them, so I assume they aren't available locally, but the PSB Image 6Ts are very good bang for the buck.
Be brave. Consider buying mail order or over the net or even used. I've purchased most of my system this way, and seldom paid over 60% of retail, usually more like 50%. It's better to audition speakers before you purchase, even better to llisten to them in your home, but that isn't always possible. Audio Advisor has good speaker deals, plus they have a 30 day return policy.
The great thing about audiophiles is that we tend to get tired of our equipment quickly and want to upgrade often. Therefore, nice, well maintained audio gear is always being passed down the audio food chain. Usually at 50 cents on the dollar.
Definitely listen to them in your system if you can, then let your ears and your heart be your guide. If you can get your hands on a pair of the new Polk Audio Lsi9's ($615 on sale at www.soundpros.com) it might be worth a listen. They are very well reviewed by SoundStage.com...
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