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Bookshelf Recommendations

Long time, first time here. Looking to upgrade my current speakers. While I know the best way to judge is by actually LISTENING to a set-up, I've read a lot of positive reviews of the SVS Ultimas. Does anyone here have first hand experience with those or a similar bookshelf at the +/-$1k price point?

My listening space is 12 x 12, with a Carver M1.5t power amp and CJ PV-12 pre. 
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gdnrbob
4,444 posts
 
+1 for Vandy VLR's.
I owned a pair of Zu Omen Bookshelves, but the Vandies leave them in the dust.
Bob
menosavy
20 posts
 
Ascend Acoustics Sierra 2

http://www.ascendacoustics.com/pages/products/speakers/SRM2/srm2.html
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carerra4s OP
24 posts
 
I appreciate everyone taking some of their time to share their expertise and knowledge. Much food for thought, the majority of which I was not even familiar, having focused primarily on “the usual suspects,” with respect to manufacturers.

Even if it comes down to throwing a dart, I’ll have some better targets on the board...
bhakti-rider
44 posts
 
I bought a pair of SVS Ultimate Bookshelf; I didn't think they were anywhere near as good as the hype would have it.
mzkmxcv
777 posts
 
NHT C3 simply can’t be beat for $1000. Downside is bass is only rated down to 55Hz. More neutral than the SVS as well as better imaging.

The Philharmonc BMR at <$1500 was a steal (sale price was only slightly higher than BOM), but Dennis had health issues and currently is retiring. 
 
EDIT: NHT C3 is only ~$700 on Amazon right now, this is a legit steal; add a subwoofer to fill in the low end.
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