Best speaker under $1K...... used market

Triangle Zerius. Best sound I get with these is using - Kimber 8tc. Your forte amp would sound great with these too. I have paid as little as $350 a pair. I have had a lot of speakers (Acoustat, Linn, ProAc, Audiostatic, Altec a7, Ambience, Cain, Lowther, etc.) and these little speakers have been the most satisfying in the long run.

One of the best amps I have used with these is an upgraded ClariT amp from Red Wine. I would love to hear a pair of 70.2 on the Triangles - I think that would be amazing.

Good luck.

Vandy 2Ce Sigs. Full range and they can be had used for under $1000. There are some for sale on A-gon.

Magnepan 1.6

Might want to look at some used Martin Logans

Look for an old goodmans or electrovoice speakers on the ebay. Look for one with 10" woofer. They are fantastic speakers, and they put a shame on so many modern design. But they are ugly.