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Speakers to consider around 5k used?

I'm a newbie to the high quality world of audio. I'm interested in getting a decent system together. I'm looking for the highest quality speaker in the 4-6k range used. My listening habits are eclectic. Primarily Electronic, Rock/Pop, Classical/Soundtrack, and Traditional/Folk. My room size is an average sized USA house living room. I don't want a speaker that is overly detailed or bright that leads to harshness or fatigue, neither one that is too warm or veiled. I want a neutral speaker that is realistic and true to source without being difficult to listen to, especially in the highs. I am starting with the speakers, and have no other hi-fi equipment. However, I'm considering a network DAC player for my source.

What speakers should I be looking at and which are the best in this range available?

Thanks
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clio09
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You can get Audiokinesis speakers new for under $5k. They are relatively efficient and flexible as to room placement due to the port tuning capability. The top end can be tweaked as well. I have a pair and have used multiple types of amps with them and listen to a variety of music. Unless you have über powered solid state amps these speakers should meet your needs.
soix
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I think Sonus Faber is a good recommendation and possibly Dynaudio too, and to those I'd add Joseph Audio, Nola, and Vandersteen. You're fortunate to have many good high-end dealers within an hour or so (traffic permitting of course), so definitely go start listening and I bet something will jump out at you. But by all means at least give them a chance to earn your business (new or used) if you're utilizing their time/resources. And don't forget to bring your own music. Best of luck.
arh
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You could get Maggie 3.7's new at your budget. Great speakers with wonderful ribbon tweeter
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toddnkaya
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PSB Synchronicity One might bar one to consider.
http://www.stereophile.com/content/psb-synchrony-one-loudspeaker-page-2
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roscoeiii
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Maybe check out Von Schweikert speakers as well. They would meet your criteria.

Since you are thinking used and could get a more recent edition in the range you are looking at.

Or you might consider the VR-33, which is sold direct from Von Schweikert, with a trial period. Factory direct eliminates the middle man's markup. An advantage of these is that they are designed to be close to a wall, and won't need to be as out in the room as many other options in this price range will (Maggies especially, I am told).
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