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New speakers needed on a budget

Just got married, and new speakers are needed. We have a budget of $800 a pair. They need to be floorstanding. Jazz, classical, rock, and a few movies are our listening pleasures, but are never played loud. The room is all hardwoods, and is about 18 x 27. What would you suggest to get the best sound for the dollar (and I know this is not much money for the type of speakers discussed on Audiogon). We are considering the Swan's but haven't seen much feedback.
garyandmary
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rar1
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I have owned the Opera Plateas for a few years. Work well with solid state and tubes. All hardwood construction. Not much on the web about them, but I can pass you a review, if you like.

There is a current listing for the Plateas (no affiliation). $500 for a speaker that listed for $2200, when new.

Platea listing

Best regards,

Rich
pdspecl
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I have a pair of QUAD 22L2. A seller - Lanemart often has them for sale here on Agon. I got mine for $950 including shipping which is a bit ver your budget. I'm pretty impressed with the sound quality given money spent. A friend has Paradigm 7's & 9's and I like the sound of those too. See many favorable comments on Monitor Audio but have not had a chance to hear them. Good luck.
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tpreaves
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What other equipment are you using?
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swampwalker
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Vandersteen 2ceSigs currently listed for $900, I think. Also Triangle Celius or Antal ESWs would come in at or under your money. Fial
macdadtexas
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Definitive Techology BP 7004's can be had used for that. Bi-polar with built in subs, I have had these in a system, driven by a receiver not a high end power amp, and they were fantastic. When ever I have friends who want a reasonably priced HT set up, that includes music, the first thing I do is look for a set of these, and after about 4 different systems set up with them, not one complaint.

They are a great speaker.
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