speakers that rock

Forgot to mention...

Just because ATCs are powered doesn't mean they rock out like a CV or Klipsch.

Another great speaker to consider is PMC. Can't say enough good things about them, especially when paired up with Bryston and stuff that has a similar signature.

All recommendations are made without knowing what your gear sounds like. System synergy obviously plays a huge role; I'm just throwing out suggestions for auditions.

I agree Revels are great for rocks. Also Focal Electras are excellent for rocks, and jazz, and classical, and even pop music.

If your budget somehow grows to 6k used, the Wilson Sophia are awesome for rock.

With a 3k budget, I really don't think you can do much better than the Gallo 3.1. You can pick these up for around 2k on the 'gon. I am an owner, yes, but I bought them because they pack in so much dynamic punch and sound awesome on rock (and other) music. The replacements (the 3.5) have seemingly minor changes, but will be selling for 6k.

You missed two pairs of Piega P-10s recently. They do it all.....

Shakey