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< $3000 speaker recommendation for tube integrated amp?

I’ve thought many times to disassemble my system as I move into retirement. I really do enjoy it so I’ll keep it for the time being.
I keep wondering what $3000/pr speakers would bring to the table, if any improvement? What are some better speaker recommendations < $3000 to compliment my tube amp?

My System:
_Mystere IA11 (40 wpc EL34) tube integrated amp from PrimaLuna
_Thorens TD203 turntable w/ their uni-pivot tonearm/ Ortofon 2m Blue cartridge/ Schiit Mani phono preamp
_Yamaha BDP/ Schiit Modi3 DAC
_DIY Seas Froy3 speaker kit from Madisound in 2003

Musical tastes vary from classical to classic rock, blues, jazz, and world.

Thank you,
Mike
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mjcmt OP
710 posts
 
Ref 3a and Tektons seems like good options too. 
GSM, a call to Zu Audio is a good suggestion.
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mjcmt OP
710 posts
 
Tektons are unusual looking speakers w their tweeter array. A little unconventional for me. Zu is a good looking speaker.
avanti1960
1,496 posts
 
a discounted pair of Spendor A4 floorstanders will do the job nicely.  Spendors are the perfect blend of a fast, highly responsive speaker that doesn't come with any of the compromises associated with a high sensitivity speaker.  
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phill55
142 posts
 
great bookshelf speakers - Fritz Carbon IV Mk II for around $2,500 new. Had them for little under year - loved them ! Upgraded to Fritz Carrera 7 BE
nyaudio98
420 posts
 
One of the best speakers for tubes or a set amp is REF 3A MM DECAPO..the anniversity edition will produce imaging n soundstage to amaze u 
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