Feedback on Classic Audio Reproductions T-5

Have you looked into AudioKinesis' Planetarium Alpha?

Great recommendation! I've heard Duke's Planetarium system and was amazed by the sound coming from those small enclosures (the link you provided shows a Beta version which is larger than the ones I heard which use the same drivers in a smaller enclosure and are currently on his site as the Alpha). They'd be on my short list too. Daedalus would be another good bet for high-sensitivity speakers - outstanding speakers, and beautiful and unique craftsmanship!

These might be an even better option from the Audiokinesis line as they don't require subs:

Rhythm Prism

I can see where your confusion came from because Duke has identified them as Alpha on that thread - on his site it is different though. Sounds like either the Alpha or the Beta would be a very good candidate - very impressive speakers (I can attest for the smaller version). Duke's a great fellow to boot...as is Lou at Daedalus. There look at his Ulysses, if you have the space to let them breathe. Otherwise the DA-RMa are also excellent giving up a bit in the low end to their larger brothers.

05-31-10: Clio09
These might be an even better option from the Audiokinesis line as they don't require subs:

Rhythm Prism

Very interesting. Have you heard these Clio09? Thanks for pointing them out.

The way Duke is implementing multiple subs as satellites is extremely effective in integrating the lows with the rest of the system. It is not your typical sub setup. I can't explain the technical side of it, beyond that there are four subs (optional "Swarm Bass System") that integrate far more seamlessly than any sub setup I've ever heard. It definitely requires more real estate in your listening room though, but it is highly effective.