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Suggestions? Planar like Dynamic speaker under 2K

Any dynamic speakers I should consider used under 2K that give me planar attributes without its limitations?
Currently own Eminent Technology 8A Planar/Hybrid speakers Probably the best I have owned in terms of detail, purity neutrality and sound stage. These don't have the dynamic punch on the mids and the woofers can't handle heavy HT movies. Had Von Schweikert Vr-4jr didn't integrate into my room and Newform research - Same deal.
jeffjazz
macdadtexas
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Magnepan 1.7's
jeffjazz OP
114 posts
 
My understanding is that the mid driver on VMPS was originally designed by Bruce at Eminent technology though I may be wrong. So I wonder if the mids are that much more dynamic they have much smaller surface area than ETs
Haven't heard Maggies in a while but wouldn't that put me in the same direction. I thought planars in general were not that dynamic macro wise.
Looking for a dynamic speaker that gives me great soundstaging , good detail, and imaging and full range. Floor standing without a subwoofer. I want dynamic punch that I hear from dynamic speakers. Thanks for the help.
frommerstop
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I'd suggest you look at Vandersteens. A new a pair of 2Ci would be a little over budget, but used, you should be able to find a pair, maybe with room for a matching sub ...if you still need more punch.
plato
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Jeff,

The VMPS ribbons used in multiples are very dynamic and play quite loud in my 14' x 30' room. I have the RM2's and recommend them highly. Of course there are other models with even more midrange drivers. The RM2 has a very good 12" woofer that goes quite low and delivers robust articulate bass without any real need for a subwoofer.
unsound
7,340 posts
 
Planars are dynamic speakers.
With that said, perhaps Mirage M 1's?
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