Your Thoughts on the Best Bookshelf Speaker


I am searching for the Sonus Faber Signums which I sold 8 years ago and have regretted.

I listen to jazz, classical, folk, world and rock music. Ok basically everything except RAP.

I have a wanted ad for Sonus Faber Signums on Audiogon, but do you have a suggestion for a favorite bookshelf speaker which would blow me away if I am unable to acquire the Signums?
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signums will set you back around 2k today in great condition. you can pick up electa amators bigger)around 2.5k....I'm sure you already know that the newer sf bookshelf models don't make it when compared to these jewels....some ea's are on agon now....they were lightning in a bottle. a beautifully made tiny speaker that is actually underpriced for performance is pioneer's whisky barrell speaker. they're sold on their website, and though they don't have snob appeal, they sound incredible for tiny boxes. ae1's are still around doing everything right as well.
Not sure of your budget, but I think the Ridge Street Audio Sasson is an outstanding stand mounted speaker. I hesitate to call it a bookshelf speaker because it required dedicated stands, is fairly large and I think they weigh around 200 lbs each . However, if you are looking for an exceptional stand mount 2 way speaker, the Sassons are really good.

Another small beautiful Italian speaker that sounds phenomenal is the Diapason Adamantes.