Thanks Pops, it always comes down to the space.
With limited resources, or not, I cannot expect to do it all in my room. There is that inevitable limitation, but I want to try to do my best.
I've also visited and revisited the more singular path of more organic choices such as the Auditorium 23's Stellavox and Shindo amps. However, that approach suggests a different type of limitation, as natural as it may be in what it does exceedingly well. I think Audio Notes, or a speaker like the Audiokinises Dream Maker would suit me better if it weren't for the placement issues that Ive got. A custom job from KCS is really enticing, but I must evaluate the leap-of-faith element.
I've also considered open baffle types with real focus on the Bastanis speakers. These are also designed primarily for SET amplification. However, to make them go low you add their self-powered subwoofers. I don't want add-on woofers, unless my existing amp can be set up to drive the entire package.
For these reasons, Ive listed the three different speakers in the beginning of this thread. They seem to fit my room, my amp, the music I listen to, and my budget. From what Ive heard or read, these speakers also outperform my Thiels in all or most areas. The other thing I like is that theyre accessible, meaning, I can actually touch them and listen to them. Of course, that in itself requires effort and patience.
I am open to other suggestions, but I wanted to explain my situation and mindset. I would also like to hear from those of you who like the speakers that Im considering and why. Or, why you dont like them.
