$1k is a pretty low bar. Perhaps something in the more main line range like Klipsh RPM600/2 or JBL's?
Thinking of Downsizing
I don’t listen to my system as often as I used to, but don’t want to completely get rid of it. Frankly I could use the funds that the sale would offer and am thinking of replacing some of it with more value priced options. I do enjoy my vinyl collection and would like to keep it and my turntable.
The pieces I’m thinking of replacing are a pair of Bower & Wilkins 805 D3, McIntosh MA6700 and a REL SHO S5.
I’ve looked at the Marantz PM 8006 amp as a possibility, but would like to pair it with some small footprint bookshelf speakers, at a cost of no more then $1000 a pair.
Any comments or suggestions?
Scott
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Just to clarify, I’m thinking of about $2500 for the receiver and speakers. The small footprint is because of the Wife factor. I’ve found myself listening only once or twice a month and have noticed some hearing loss as I age. Thanks to everyone for the comments. I have seen the B&W 600 series Anniversary and will check out Klipsch. |
There are lots of incredibly musical, fun speakers in the 1000 range - used. Some of these have only consumer speakers in the under 2K range, like Klipsch, so it’s not that straightforward
*their flagship models are in the 2K range I am adding this because there is always a dilemma: do you want to buy a speaker that is the top end of their line at 2K or their low end at the same price, e.g. Polk vs Sonus Faber. I would definitely trust KHL and PSB and Monitor Audio, and there are other great values such as Amphion, Buchardt, Triangle, etc. but less known in the US. |
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