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Speakers with a slightly warm midrange

Hi there. I have a Boulder 866 amp which is very neutral sounding and doesn’t add its own character to the sound. I am looking for speakers that will give the system a musical natural  sound with a rich midrange . 
Listening area is about 14 x 17 foot plus there is a big open space on the left that may catch some bass drift. Can you please suggest speakers that may work. Considering the harbeth shl5, tannoy cheviot, Sonus faber nova 2 and electa amator 3. any others to consider?

thankyou

acdvd
sandthemall
544 posts
 

Salk Sound

acdvd OP
122 posts
 

Thanks all. I am using YG Carmel 1 speakers which probably aren’t the best match for the Boulder 

kingbr
286 posts
 

I would add Dynaudio. I have a pair of Sonus Faber Sonetto III and also Dynaudio Evoke 50. For me, I find the Danes to be much more airy and lifelike. The SF's almost sound a bit more muddled when compared to the Dynaudio's. Believe me I am not knocking the SF's it's just to my ears and preferences the Dynaudio's are that good. Good luck and remember to enjoy the ride :)

ronboco
827 posts
 

@acdvd 

the 866 is an amazing amp. Did you get the digital side as well? I did with mine and the internal DAC is fantastic. My speakers are Rockport Avior ii and the combination is superb! Incredible detail not analytical or harsh. Good luck! 
 

Ron 

crustycoot
634 posts
 

I would never credit Revel speakers as having a "warm" anything....they strive for neutrality, in a good way.  Sonus Faber is a good brand to consider, but your room opens into a larger area so the models you mention may not have enough cone area to pressurize all that volume.  I would add the Focal Kanta 2 or better, Kanta 3 to your list.  They are warmish and have great clarity and plenty of sock.

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