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Need recommendations on stand mount speakers

So my secondary system consists of the following:

VPI Prime TT + Nagaoka MP500 cart
Parasound JC3+
AR Classic 60 (60 watt tube amp)
Acurus LS 11 line stage preamp
Vandersteen 2ce speakers

 my room is rather small, 12 x 13 and I’d like to experiment with some stand mount 2 ways that will have a similar sound to the ole Vandersteens but more open.  

Im considering used but my brick and mortar is limited to Magnolia stores. I heard some B&W 2 ways ( not the metal tweeters, but the lower model) and they sounded nice but at $4k +/- that’s more than I’m willing to spend. 

Im thinking $2k +/-.

any thoughts?
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revrob
105 posts
 
Here are two that I can recommend first is the highly regarded KEF LS50 at $899 originally $1500.

The second pair are from the Canton Reference series. I have the towers and love them at $1200 originally $4k.

Both are brand new with free shipping. The Canton are less know than the KEF speakers. Good luck as I am sure others will chime in as well. 

https://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/kefls50whta/kef-ls50-5.25-2-way-mini-monitor-glos...

https://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/cantventoref92dcblka/canton-vento-reference-9.2-d...
revrob
105 posts
 
I also own a VPI Classic Signature turntable. 
soix
9,784 posts
 
There are two fantastic monitors available now that would very much be worth a look. There’s a pair of gorgeous Usher Audio Mini-X DMDs (with a diamond tweeter) here on A’gon for $2200, and a pair of Amphion Argon monitors on US Audio Mart for $1500. If you prefer new, the Silverline Minuet Grand should tick all your boxes as well. All image/soundstage extremely well, and all will likely add a bit of air and openness you seem to be looking for. Best of luck.
jackd
1,074 posts
 
Fritz Speakers.  Call Fritz on the phone and talk to him about the sound you are looking for but the newer Carbon 7 Mk.II should fit the bill.  I have the Carrera Be's and love them.
adg101
1,063 posts
 
Older ARC and ProAc all day long... maybe the Response 2. You’ll need some nice stands to do them justice though.
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