Best speakers in the 3000 -5000 range

Excellent suggestion by Realhifi on the Linn Akurate 242's. At $3,500 they are an incredible value, way underrated. Like the OP, I listen to a lot of classic rock (among lots of other music) with great results through the Akurate 212's (i.e., the 242's little brother) paired with a JL Audio F112. Even though the 242 carries the extra 6-inch driver, given your rock preferences, I suggest adding a sub to them as well, which should easily fit your budget. By comparison to your n804's, the 242's with a good sub, will leave you grinning ear to ear -- having made a very substantial upgrade.

Anyone looking for speakers in this price range should take a long hard look at that pair of GMA Continuum 3s here on Agon.

Just MHO.....

Shakey

MASTER AUDITION new or Wilson Audio Watt/Puppy 5.1.

But there are so many speaker in that price range that any advice is hard.