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Curious what people think is the best "value" high end speaker (~5K to 15K)

I am on a long search for speakers and just curious what people think is the best value both new or used in speakers ranging from around $5000 to $15000? I have a set of Paradigm S8's (V1) and love them but looking for another set for another set in a different listening area (25 x 20?, maybe larger).  I love the full sound of JBL's and looking for something in that range (it also helps that JBL's seem to hold their value better than most, which will be a consideration). The only drawback to JBL is footprint.  I prefer a smaller footprint which is why after reading I hope to listen to several B&W 800 series but open to suggestions across the board.  used Watt Puppies? Revels?  I am curious about peoples experience with McIntosh XR100's. 
gene3x
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steve59
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Congrats on the sopra 2, I hope they fit your taste right out of the box. For me I think i'll be keeping my salon2's as long as i can. crazy thing about swapping speakers around is I chanced on a new placement that just overwhelmed me with the playback. more audio nirvana, for free!
gene3x OP
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It looks like after an extensive search (although I have several more to audition)  that the Paradigm's are leading the pack in terms of value for me at this point.   I will say that the Tekton DI's are very (tempting for the price especially) and may end up getting a set just because I can get those (for a different room) and another set for reference and comparison. 

I would try the Manapan 3.7's but even though it is a decent sized room I cannot have them far enough into the room to make them sound their best.  I have an old set of MG1's that I hung on the wall to use as surround speakers in another room.  I am curious, has anyone done this?  Decent enough sound and super space saving ....lol 
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tseliot
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If the Magico A3's are not at or near the top of the list in this price range, I am hanging up my audiophile cables after 45+ years in this obsession. 5-10 years from now it will go down as one of the greatest bargains in audio history.

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anthonymoody
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I bought a used pair of KEF Reference 3's and absolutely adore them. My favorite speakers ever (with apologies to the Thiels I own, and B&Ws I've owned in the past).
marqmike
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The best value is not spending any less on what you like. That is a personal thing just look around.
Anyway I think one of the best values are Thiel’s, any model that look’s good to you. They will be used and for what they do it is hard to beat. But that is just my opinion and should not bear much on yours.
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