Replacement for current speakers suggestions

Maggie LRS - $650. Received them about 4 weeks ago. Imaging is amazing but was a little disappointed at first that they didn't sound good at higher volume - about 75 db. Too much distortion. Running them with a stock Dynaco ST 70. Had family over this weekend and ran them much harder with rock and jazz for 4 hours or so. Everyone liked them but I still thought there was too much distortion. But, listened to them last night and tonight - the weekend really seems to have helped. They sound much better now at high volume. I anticipate that they will only improve with more time as they break in. I'm extremely impressed. Only issue is that you can't get them immediately - ordered them from Magnepan in February and it took 8 months to get them. But we'll worth the wait. And, I'm also a 68 year old - with mild tinnitus/hearing loss. If you don't want to wait for delivery, I wouldn't hesitate getting the Maggie 1.7's. I listened to them last week at a local dealer - exactly the same as the LRS, but on steroids - definitely better bass. Though I'm ok with the LRS. 

Moms battling cancer for the second time now.  I wish you the best.  I've been through a ton of speakers and am currently using Magnepan LRS's.

My advice, hget a pair of 1.7i's used for around $2k and any decent sealed 10" or 12" sub.  If you dont love the Maggies, sell them for the same $ you bought thrm for and then look at some other speakers (dynaudio would not be a bad choice).

But honestly, if you've never had Magnepans, try a pair.  They are the fastest speaker I have ever owned as well as being incredibly open / clear / transparent.  The large, wall of sound is enveloping and engaging.  They are really pretty cool speakers.

Hello my fellow audio enthusiast,  l`ll be praying for you praying that GOD will turn things around for you in JESUS NAME this I`m doing as I post.  GOD is still in the HEALING bussiness.  I am 75yrs. old with a mild loss of hearing, Diabetes, high blood pressure, kidneys only oprating at 46% since 2001 when I exercise in which I cut grass I don`t use riding machines I walk the lawns regardless of how large.  Here in Fla. grass cutting is all year round an eat properly it all ( the diseases) goes away Prayer and doing my part is the key of staying healthy.  The Maggies would be one of the best decisons you`ve ever made in your life time;  I`ve own the bigger Maggies for years I`m still listening to my 3.6`s l`ve wanted to move on to the newer Maggies How ever, I`ve been told by owners of the 3.7`s & 3.7i`s they wish they had kept there 3.6`s. If you have the room you can fine a nice pair of 3.6`s for 1800. my friend if you purchase you are in for an unbelivable perfomance of audio music reproduction of excellance 🎵providing your electronics are good performers. I`ve owed a Dyna 70 not enough power for the big maggies, keep in mind if you go with the larger maggies they need power to perform atlease a 400 wpc. power amp.  I also use 2 Velodyne HGS 12" subs I don`t believe your HSU sub would be fast enough to keep up with the 3.6`s possible with the 1.7i`s not for sure. Brian at (Sweet Home Audio) would aboslutely know nice guy to talk to not a pressure sales person right? Oh  by the way I live in Riverview, Fla just outside of Tampa.  OP I also power my Maggies with Pass Labs XP30 Preamp Pass Labs X350 Power amp.  l`m now in the process of bi-amping using another Pass Amp the X350.5 along with the X350. a Marchand X44 Xover or an Pass Labs Firt Watt B4 Xover if I can fine one.  The Pass Labs. X350.5 I intend to use on the top Highs & Mid range the Pass Labs. X350 on the lower end Bass. Continue to allow Brian to help you make good practical choices to improve your musical journey. Remember GOD is still in the HEALING business.  Live right fast and pray🙏 watch him( the LORD)work in your behalf. Best regards,Martin

Go with the wharfedale Lintons! I've never seen more positive reviews for one component ever, and I've read tons of reviews....seemingly they are terrific speakers for the money. Plus, they come with very nice looking stands to boot...

As Maggie owner I would recommend  a pair of 1.7i, if you can find them used you'll have enough to add a sub i think you'll get exactly what you're looking for. 

The best with the health issues and enjoy the music.