Which speakers should I get. $500-$1000

Also, you need to remember that, when it comes to reviews, although a classical recording might be mentioned, VERY few reviewers have any any real interst in classical music, I dare say most have never hears a live symphony performed.

Schubert, I beg to differ. I listen to quite a bit of string quartet through my truly full range Thiel 3.5's. System harmony, especially with re: to amplification is key.

To each his own, I suppose if you are rich enough you can make a silk purse from a sows ear.

PSB *is* an excellent speaker with an honest tonal balance that works well with acoustic music such as classical and jazz. So is the new Monitor Audio Silver RX series, which has a smoother treble than the older RS.

A third option, with a Canadian tonal balance similar to the PSB, is the Mirage OMD15. It's $800/pair in gloss black or $1K/pair in rosewood. The speaker was originally $2500/pair but are being sold direct now from Vanns.com for much less, but with return privileges and the full factory warranty. I've had a pair of these anchor my 2-channel system for over 4 years now, and I listen to *a lot* of classical and jazz. The OMD-15s always sound smooth, natural, capable of excellent detail, and have a dispersion pattern that energizes the room very much like acoustic instruments.

At $800, highly recommended, and unlike most used purchases, your decision is protected by a return period and 5-year factory warranty.

Shubert, To each his own indeed, if your smart enough you can maximize the potential of an inherently neutral superb value without spending riches in the process.