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Curious what people think is the best "value" high end speaker (~5K to 15K)

I am on a long search for speakers and just curious what people think is the best value both new or used in speakers ranging from around $5000 to $15000? I have a set of Paradigm S8's (V1) and love them but looking for another set for another set in a different listening area (25 x 20?, maybe larger).  I love the full sound of JBL's and looking for something in that range (it also helps that JBL's seem to hold their value better than most, which will be a consideration). The only drawback to JBL is footprint.  I prefer a smaller footprint which is why after reading I hope to listen to several B&W 800 series but open to suggestions across the board.  used Watt Puppies? Revels?  I am curious about peoples experience with McIntosh XR100's. 
gene3x
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tseliot
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If the Magico A3's are not at or near the top of the list in this price range, I am hanging up my audiophile cables after 45+ years in this obsession. 5-10 years from now it will go down as one of the greatest bargains in audio history.

Neal
anthonymoody
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I bought a used pair of KEF Reference 3's and absolutely adore them. My favorite speakers ever (with apologies to the Thiels I own, and B&Ws I've owned in the past).
marqmike
839 posts
 
The best value is not spending any less on what you like. That is a personal thing just look around.
Anyway I think one of the best values are Thiel’s, any model that look’s good to you. They will be used and for what they do it is hard to beat. But that is just my opinion and should not bear much on yours.
schubert
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PSB T3 .
danabunner
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FYI, Stereophile recently reviewed the Paradigm 5F towers.  The reviewer compared them to his B&W 802D3s.  He really liked the 5F, but had to adjust their toe-in to keep the highs from being a bit bright.  Once that was done, he just raved about how they sounded.  Very tight and well defined.  Also very dynamic.  Perhaps not the speaker for one who likes highs a bit rolled off or an overly warm presentation. 
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