Standmount speaker suggestion


HI

I have B&W 705 s3 Signature speakers paired with a Pass Labs INT-60. While imaging and soundstage are great, I find the speakers a bit bright. What should I try next, and what would be worthy of being mated to the Pass integrated? I will buy used but keeping in line with the value of the amp, the budget is around $5000- $8000 new.

 

I realize speakers are very subjective. Just want some direction to go. 

Appreciate it.

 

ullogu1

I really wonder if you people recommending absolutely obscure brands have ever heard these brands and more importantly, heard them in your own rooms or at a dealer who has attempted to optimize the setup?! Should the OP just take your word for it?! How can he possibly audition some of these WAY out-there brands without wasting his $8K?!….

I have a Pass Labs XA25. Had it paired with Harbeth 30.2 40th anniversary mounted on TonTrager for the past 5 years. Just changed to Dynaudio Contour Legacy. The Harbeth were absolutely fantastic. The midrange and voices in l’articula are second to none. I was really hesitant to let them go. 
another option could be the Dynaudio Heritage special, which are raved by many. A bit more dynamic speaker but not as good on the mid-range I found.

good luck and keep us posted

Throwing in my suggestion for Legacy Audio "Studio HD" stand mount speakers.
I haven't heard the more expensive Calibre, but the Studio's I have are amazing for the size. 

Legacy Audio Studio HD Bookshelf

I have a pair of Fritz carbon 7SE Mk2 bookshelf's  that I will never sell. In a smaller secondary set up, with a SVS SB 3000 sub, Meitner DAC  ATI 6000 2 channel AMP. Streaming Qobus     Strictly Rock and Roll, mid 80's to low 90's spl. You have to hear them shine.   Robert TN

I’ve had great success with Dynaudio special 40, PS Audio Fr5, and Buchardts. I have a Pass 250.