Best mid-range for $3K


Want to make this simple.  My budget is $3K on used market.  I want to find a speaker in my price point with the best mid-range?  Suggestions?
I know ATC is famous for this but cant afford them.
robmag
I have heard the ET and second the opinion it should be on your list for sure !!!!

i would sell off some of the amp collection ( wow some greats you have ) and consider widening your budget a bit
aTC and Vandersteen would them make my list

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Ive heard the 8bs in a home system. OK for small jazz but did not boogie when required

You can buy NEW Emerald Physics KCIIs or used KCII Pros for < $3K

but Ill bet the new small Magnepan for $650 would suit you well. Use the rest to upgrade other stuff

The best mid-range that I ever heard was from the Alon V MKII speakers and the model above them the Circe model.  The Alnico mid-range driver was just magical.  The only thing I felt that competes is a field coil speaker design.


Happy Listening.