My first speakers when I got into HiFi were Dalis- Spektor 6. Not cheap and not expensive for sure- around $1k. They weee paired with a Vincent SV200 and a Blusound Node N130. Now they are connected to my TV via an old Pioneer amp - in stereo and not HT mode. These speakers are outstanding. I have listened to them with Vincent, Naim Atom and they are really good- and loud enough if needed for a party.
I also bought after blind auditioning between an Opticon (don’t remember the version - around $5k) and the Oberon 7 $1.5k- the Oberons. Amazing sound again. Danish speakers are great. Buchardt of course. I also have 2 pairs from Gato Audio- floor standers and book shelves as also their Amp 150. Another brand I would encourage you to look at.