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Efficient 2 way bookshelf/monitors under 2k

Currently I have a Decware SET integrated running a VPI Prime, Parasound JC3+, Nagaoka MP200 cart, through  a pair of Klipsch RB5 II’s. Before you snicker at the Klipsch, they sound wonderful. Not as exact as my Thiel CS2.4’s, but wonderful none the less. I hooked these speakers up after years of just lying around, just out of curiosity and they astounded me. So natural. 

So so it got me thinking, what 2 way speaker would’ve be a good match for a 6 watt SET integrated.  I’d like something with 92db efficiency +/- and cost around $2k +/-.


last_lemming
freesole
159 posts
 
How about eh Ascend Sierra 2's? I have the Towers and really have enjoyed them. 
grinnell
1,092 posts
 
I get pretty good volume with 4 watts!
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willland
846 posts
 
" a pair of Klipsch RB5 II’s. Before you snicker at the Klipsch, they sound wonderful."

I agree.  Have owned three pairs in the last 9 years.  Found a pair of Klipsch RB-75s and they are at another level.  If you are lucky enough to find a pair, scoop them up.

Have you considered Heresy IIIs?  Not really a bookshelf speaker or a  2-way but definitely not towers either.

Bill
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mapman
22,151 posts
 
The Fritz's really befudddled me.   I didn't expect that bass extension and volume with only 8 watts.   Very impressive!    
mofojo
2,288 posts
 
Tekton DI Monitor may fit the bill. 
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