the von schweikert line of speakers offer very good value for the money- they're accurate as well as musical, and offer deep bass as if "it's not even a big deal". i bought a pair of VS's without hearing them 1st, something i would normally NEVER consider. but everything people told me about the sound was true- very resolving while staying true to the sound of real instruments. for less than $5k (retail), you can get a truly full-range speaker; that's pretty amazing.