Thinking of Downsizing

The Mac will have the highest resale value, just because of the following the company has.

  As the owner of the B&W 803-D, I can tell you their resale value is disappointing.  I decided to just stick with mine, but you could look at the Paradigm Founders range, particularly the small floorstanders which I thought were an amazing bargain.  If you go that route I would keep the sub initially, but if you decide you can go without the sub sell that later.

  I’m not a big Marantz fan.  I would look at Parasound or perhaps Prima Luna for amps

The B&W speaker sound is kind of special.  I suggest you consider sticking to the brand.  An alternative set of points may be Monitor Audio and Focal, but not sure you are going to get where you want to for $1,000.

$1k is a pretty low bar. Perhaps something in the more main line range like Klipsh RPM600/2 or JBL's?

Just to clarify, I’m thinking of about $2500 for the receiver and speakers. The small footprint is because of the Wife factor. I’ve found myself listening only once or twice a month and have noticed some hearing loss as I age. Thanks to everyone for the comments.

I have seen the B&W 600 series Anniversary and will check out Klipsch.

I wouldn't discount the Ascends.

Bamboo cabinets, Seas mid/woofer, and RAAL ribbon tweeter all for around $800 used.