Downsizing from tower to bookshelf

@bdp24 , yup, that was it.  My bad.  Anyway, for anyone interested:

https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/the-criteria-for-loudspeaker-choices?highlight=Eminent%20Technology%20LFT-8%20loudspeaker

@immathewj: You must be thinking of my thread about the Eminent Technology LFT-8 loudspeaker, which like the PS Audio Aspen speakers utilizes planar-magnetic drivers, a major point of discussion in that thread. I haven’t heard any of the PS Audio FR models, but p-m drivers are renown for their neutral sound quality, being neither warm nor cold. Another p-m attribute is their high transparency, which Paul McGowan always mentions in his videos about the Aspen speakers.

If you are considering the Harbeth P3ESR XD why not go a bit further to the Harbeth M30.2 XD? I have a similar size room and the M30 are fantastic. A bit more presence, great holographic and a mid-range that is second to none for any bookshelf under 1000$ . Would be a good combo with the amp you have. You can probably pick up a pair second hand at your price point.

in any case, if you end up getting a Harbeth speaker, I would recommend getting an open bottom stand , like the Ton Trager, to get the full box resonance. I have tried different stands and it makes a huge difference.

Good luck and keep us posted.

Take a listen to PS Audio FR5

listen in your room and be ready to hear what you ask for. 

I would add:

Tyler Acoustics

Ascend, and

Revival (used)

Three of the speakers mentioned here, I haven’t heard of, are intriguing. I’ve spent the last couple days conducting internet research to learn more, and plan to order these first. I’ll provide my thoughts once they arrive.

- PS Audio Aspen FR 5

- Proac Tablet 10

- ATC SCM19

Thanks again for all the suggestions?