Focal Micro Utopia + REL or 1028be II ?

Kipikipod, your comment "Utopia line is more... 'conservative' and mature than the Electra" is certainly correct. Jond too made a similar remarked, and this is also my experience with Older Utopia models vs. newer Electra models. I would look at Alto Be instead of 1028Be.

Regarding monitors + sub vs. floor-standers, the most important issue is the size of your room. Monitors + a sub are much easier to integrate in a smaller room. They may still not be able to play as loud as some floor-standers but they will play much better and fuller at lower levels.

I have the Micro Be paired with a REL Stentor 3 sub and I find the combination wonderful.

Finally, in response to Missioncoonery's remark, like any other speaker, the MicroBes can certainly sound sterile when paired with the wrong electronics (e.g. a Bryston pre-power combo) but with such a combination the Electra models will sound even worse than the Utopia speakers.

I had the Mini Utopias used with and without my pair of Stadium subs. They were excellent speakers but I have a preference for soft dome tweeters. If you can find a pair they would be an excellent choice in the Focal range.

I agree with Stanwal. I’m the original owner of Mini Utopias so I’ve had them for quite a while. The whole original Utopia line is nicely balanced and a terrific value at the prices I commonly see them being offered. They’re also the best line for pairing with tubes, IMO. If foremost, you’re a music lover, I doubt you would be sorry. Also, they'll reward the use of quality upstream components.

I just LOVE the Be tweeters.
I've heard Nova Utopia, Diablo Utopia, 1038be, and even Paradigm Signature S8... This tweeter is a masterpiece.

Thanks guys.
Bought the Micro Utopia Be.

Congratulations Kipikipod! I’m sure you’re going to enjoy the hell out of them.