Great Small Room Speakers for $3-5k


Hi all, I'm looking to upgrade from my current speakers (Zu Audio Omen) in my small room (13x10x7: WxLxH) and willing to spend $3-5k. I'm looking for a slightly more transparent speaker than the Zu's and also a smaller speaker. I'm open to new and used speakers. So, I've turned my attention to bookshelf speakers and small footprint floorstanders. I have a Rel subwoofer to buttress low end. Most of my listening these days focuses on blues, soul and R&B, classic rock, and alternative hip-hop. 

My system is: Rogue Audio Sphinx v3, Bluesound Node 2i, Rega P3 TT, Rel T7/X sub.

My nearest Hifi shop focuses on Harbeth, Spendor, and KEF. So far, I've liked the Harbeth P3ESR and Compact 7s and the Spendor A4. But, I'm curious to get other suggestions. I've been interested in the Devore Fidelity O'Baby but are just above my price range and can't be demoed right now.

Does anyone have experience with those aforementioned speakers in a small room? What else should I consider for a smallish room in this price range?

nickamland

Thanks all for the suggestions. My plan is to buy a used pair of Harbeth P3s and then select a few other speakers (like the Revival’s) that allow for home auditions and see what comes out on top. Any comments on that plan?

Sounds like a good plan to me, please keep us posted on your progress and auditions.

@nickamland    Do you like the treble of your Zu Omen? If you do a Harbeth might be to relaxed in the treble. 

I support your plan. Make the comparisons over an extended period. Play each for a long listening session with in a day and also each over several days.