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Suggestions for bookshelf speakers that have great dynamics, budget of $500 used.

So I really do not know where to start with bookshelf speakers as not been in the market for any for ever it seems.
This is for a second system where a pair of Monitor Audio Silver 3i are currently doing duty.
Room is largish and open but ultimate sq is not the aim as it is occasional use only, but when I do fire this rig up I usually like to play fairly loud.
Sources are many, fm radio, cassette tape, vinyl and streaming.
I have plenty of horses to feed them so even inefficient models can be considered.
Prefer to buy used as big savings to be had obviously and already broken in.
So suggestions around a maximum price break of $500 used.
Thank you in advance.
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uberwaltz OP
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Well after living with the Haydn's for a few weeks I am happy in my choice.

The bass and mids have a lot more texture, timbre and solidity compared to the old MA speakers.

The treble is a little softer in delivery, not rolled off but just not as harsh or brittle as the MA were.

Now I am sure there were plenty of other competent speakers amongst the suggestion list and not saying these are the best but.....

As I was able to view and pick up local and pay cash it worked out very well for me.


mrdecibel
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You just missed out on a pair of Klipsch Heresy IIs advertised on CL, not far from you, at an asking price of $300. If I did not have so many speakers around, I would have picked them up. They were in very nice shape. I feel I am at a loss, at that price, as I am regretting not getting them. Happy Holidays, to all, and, Enjoy ! MrD.
mesch
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Yes , the Haydns are a very refined speaker. I am sure they can be listened to all day without fatigue. Exceptional with acoustic music.

This said from having listened to them in a showroom a few years back.

Congrats on your find.
big_greg
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Good to hear the Haydns worked out for you :)  They're beautiful speakers and easy to listen to.
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uberwaltz OP
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Refined is a good description indeed.
Smooth but powerful and not rolled off but not harsh.
Yes refined.
And yes it does not hurt any that they look good to boot.
For the application of second system I can see them staying for quite some time.
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