Nola Boxer 2 vs. Paradigm Studio20 V5?

Hi Rob!  I have owned the Studio 20's V5's and they actually play pretty dang loud.  I think sometimes people don't realize how loud bookshelf speakers play because they lack the bass that towers have.  Get a pair of subs and pair them to the Studio 20.s and you'll understand.

I think the Studio 20's are a bit bright sounding and can get harsh, especially at higher volumes.  I think the Boxers sound a little more laid back and less in your face but they will still play loud; louder than the Studio 20's?  Probably not much if any.  They do sound a tad more refined and image really well.  I heard them paired with a pair of rel t5's and they sounded really, really good.

What speakers are you looking at?  Whats your amp?  For some reason I thought you did a Decco 65se with some Vandys already...

I have a Nuprime IDA8 integrated for my amp ... 100w/ch into 8ohms ... SS.
I can crank the Studio20s pretty loud but they get harsh at high levels.  I'm looking for a bookshelf spkr with more bass and more refined mids/highs.

Im considering the Boxer-2, KEF300, Ascend Sierra-2, Dynaudio.
The problem is I have a hard time finding any to audition in my area (NH).

at first I was looking into towers but I've decided to stick with bookshelf.

Rob

Also, Philharmonicas.