Harbeth 40.2 or Vandersteen Quatro CT

Thanks for everyone’s input.

I previously had 73s3 harbeth speakers and liked them too.

I have heard the vandy 5A and enjoyed it but it’s too big for my moderate sized long but somewhat narrow room where I listen in midfield. I listen approx 9 feet from speakers. Speakers are a little bit over 2 feet from side walls and roughly 3.5 feet from back wall.

I am looking at having to spend 5-6K to upgrade to new Quattro CT installed with balanced adapters.

I might regret the move for sure ....but life’s an adventure

I will try a different preamp then the pass xp32 first see if that makes me less inclined to sell the Harbeth

@karmapolice ,
I don't think you will be disappointed.
If space is an issue, you can do as I have and buy the Treo's and add a pair of 2wq subs-which is probably in the price range you mentioned, if buying used. Though a pair of Sub 3's would probably get you closer to a Kento if not a Quatro. Plus, you'd have the ability to place the subs where they are out of the way.
Bob

you have room for 5a , Kento and 7’s. See my Poverty Bay sound system pictures. Obviously Quattro are going to work well also. Your amp is fine, it’s not holding you back..much....

have fun on your journey