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Speakers for Pathos Classic One MKIII

Hello Gents. My system consists of the following components:

Pro-Ject Debut Carbon Esprit (DC) Turntable
Pro-Ject USB DAC Box S2+
Pathos Classic One MKIII Integrated Hybrid Amplifier
Klipsch RP-600M Speakers

I have this system form more than a year but I think I'm tired of the forward sound of the Klipsches. To be honest I really like the dynamics, the clarity and the details but I'm enough of the sound right in my face, so I'm looking for a floorstander under 1000$ that have a more relaxed, warm - laid back sound. My priorities would be:

1. Musical
2. Refined
3. Rich/Body/Texture
4. Relaxed
5. Clarity/Details
6. Good LF extension

I've made some basic research and came to the following options:

- Q Acoustics 3050i
- PSB Alpha T20
- KEF Q550
- Wharfedale Diamond 230
- Dali Zensor 5

What do you think of these options guys? Would you recommend something else?

Thanks!


celestial__sound
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steve59
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dealer is using pathos integrated with paradigm persona with excellent results. most natural presentation you could ask for.
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sunshdw
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@celestial_sound there isn't one near me either, I ordered a set and they have a return policy. I'm in Central CA and there's a dealer in SoCal so it worked out for shipping. I'm running a pair of Schiit Aegirs to the F501 and I'm beyond impressed with them, they aren't going back. 
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simao
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I have used Spatial M3 Turbo S's with my Pathos and love the combination. The Spatial's 4 ohm allow the Pathos to deliver 140 watts. I've been thinking of getting another Pathos to bridge.

However, the Spatials might be out of your range. In that case, I'd recommend the Dalis
celestial__sound OP
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I just got an offer for a pair of used Monitor Audio Silver 500 in mint condition for 1000$ . I'm thinking seriously to pull the trigger ..
celestial__sound OP
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I demoed the Monitor Audio Silver 500 driven by the pathos, but i wasn't impressed. I suspect it was the room, i could feel but not hear the bass. Also the overall sound was somehow lifeless and thin.
Now i have another offer from my dealer for the new Dynaudio Emit M30 series but they don't have them on stock so i wont be able to demo them. I was wondering if anyone of you have any experience with Dynaudios.

Thanks
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