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Getting a Divorce and can now buy floor standing speakers

So, I am getting rid of the wife (divorce, I am not burying her in the backyard!) and can now get big floor standing speakers. I currently have a Luxman integrated and model 30 Harbeth speakers, and a very good sub. Very neutral/natural sound, can listen for long sessions. But I don't get a very good image, and it seems a little too laid back. I listen mainly to singer-song writers, both male and female. Lots of acoustic/piano.

There are so many floor standers now, I'd like to shorten the list. Any suggestions to start my search? I am located in southern CA, so I can listen to almost any brand. Price should be under $100K. 

I may lose a wife, but so far the freedom/cash is worth it.

Thanks all!

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doyle3433
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+1 on the Volti Vittora. Super efficient, beautiful, musical... and I doubt that one could find a more dynamic, engaging and fun speaker regardless of price. 

soix
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Howard Stern’s advice to Chuck Norris while he was going through his difficult divorce years ago — “You know why divorce is so expensive?  Because it’s worth it!”  Can’t help thinking this is even more true for audiophiles. 

nitrobob
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While picking up a pair of subs, my son and I were thrown the keys to these Legacy Valors. I have a very nice system.... these things made us astonished. You talk about strings! Wow, sounded like the guitar was sitting right in front of us. 80 grand. I recommend you go hear a pair.

 

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Magico and Borresen...can't miss.

kennyc
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@deadhead1000 

WBF = What’s Best Forum - much deeper pockets- they discuss through experience up to the very best audio components.

Usually, Luxman is paired with speakers costing roughly up to 20k.  If you get a top speaker, like the Magico M3, then the Luxman would be the sonic bottleneck.  It’s best to have a balanced (near same level, minimizing bottlenecks) audio chain including cabling.

Also, be careful not to get speakers too large for your space that may create excess bass issues.  Too small speakers may not be enough to pressurize the room- if that is your goal.

Good Luck and Happy Hunting 

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