you left out the very best speaker...Legacy AudioIt is on my latest list. Very big though. Still in the running. Spent more time looking at the used until now. Not much avail. Will check out the new models
The PSB T3 and Revel F208 have the most neutral on- and off-axis measurementsThat would be helpful in my room. I don't like speakers that require you to sit within a millimeter of the sweet spot to get good sound. Hearing mixed opinions on the T3 though. Kinda finicky to setup. I don't have the most flexible room.
Why not Coincident Technology?
I have a pair of Opera Secondas with a REL S2 sub, absolutely love the sound and with the combination you will get very accurate reproduction at any frequency and plenty of bass for your hard rock!Will check them all out. Never been a big JBL fan though
If I were you I'd be adding JBL studio monitors to my audition list.
The brand new Dynaudio Contours are worth a listen
Have you considered any of the Sonus Faber gear?Have kinda avoided. Feels like there are 250 models
I will second that you look into the Spatial Hologram line, probably the M3 in your case.Sent Clayton an e-mail with my system specs. Concerned a bit about some feedback regarding them amplifying noise from equipment not dead quiet (CJ MF2500 notorious for a low hum). 60 day/reasonable price helps. How dusty do those speakers get over time? Can't be great with the backs exposed.
Re ZU/Tekton They have a dynamic in-your-face live sound, which is great for loud alt/rock/punk.
Not sure that is what I'm looking for but the Tekton's are still in the running. Really appreciate a speaker with smooth mid/highs, non harsh with a deep powerful bass that has a wide/deep soundstage and separation of instruments. Non fatiguing to listen to at any vol. But rocks when played loud. Not sure I can get there with my room, equipment and next speaker but...