Speaker matching for Audiolab 6000A


Shopping for some monitors that match well with Audiolab 6000A integrated amp.  Recall reading somewhere this amp not the last word in grunt, and difficult to drive speakers should be avoided.  Deep bass not necessary as the speakers will likely be supplemented with a subwoofer.  Budget up to about a grand, but much less is great if the match is right.

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Stretch the budget to pre-owned REFERENCE 3a De Capo i. The link shows a nice pair up for sale on AGON. ( and seller has a complimentary finish subwoofer also up for sale )

92 db efficiency = EZ. To drive them

https://www.enjoythemusic.com/magazine/equipment/0111/reference_3a_mm_de_capo_i.htm

 

 

 

While De Capos are FAB, for a pittance you can get the new book shelfs from LSA

'a 23 pound, rear ported, real wood with leather top and front. It features superb drivers and crossovers MSRP $599' + stands

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Thanks for all the suggestions, helpful.

These are not to setup with the rig on my system page. This is for a family member who has their system in a smallish sunroom that is partially open to their living room. They currently use this system for careful listening to lp’s and streaming in the small room and background listening in the adjacent larger living room.

Looking for medium sized monitors with 5.25 - 6.5” bass/mid driver. Sub will round the bottom out. I should also note the small listening room is “bright”, and the Audiolab is “honest”, so a warmer speaker is in order. Current speakers in the system are old Wharedale Diamond 8.1s which are pleasant and have never sounded better than they do with the 6000A, but have a pretty limited performance envelope.

Thanks @akg_ca  for the Wharfedale recommendation.  These are interesting possible choice.  A bit over budget - any insight into the EVO 4.1 as an alternative?