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Best bookshelf speaker reccomendations?

I currently have the platinum solos (hence my screen name) and have been considering upgrading them in the near future. I love them, but am just curious to see if anyone out there has moved on or has some relevant comparisons. On my list are the following:

AAD 2001 (phil jones new replacements for platinum)
Wilson benesch ARC
B&W 805 signature version
Revel GEM or M20
JM Lab micro utopia
Piega P-?

Currently evolving system: CEC TL2X and monarchy DAC (to be replaced by audio logic 2400 or similar), Pass X150 and soon to be X2.5 preamp.
platsolos
cdc
1,847 posts
 
Try the Reference 3A DeCappo's. Most simliar-but-better that I can think of.
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warrenh
2,299 posts
 
Put the Revel M20s on your list. With killer stands you'll go to heaven. I love mine....
s7horton
1,077 posts
 
I've heard the 805's numerous times. Very nice sounding speaker, of course, depending on what you have in front of them. I was in the market very recently for the same thing. I opted for the M20's and they should be delivered this morning. I don't think I will be disappointed.
vintage
21 posts
 
Try listen to Dynaudio special 25, a new bookshelf to mark their 25th anniversary and they give you 25 years guarantee,this thing is the new flagship for the Dynaudio bookshelf.
vikkysingh
154 posts
 
From your list I don't think you'll be interested in the speakers I like best, the Dynaudio Special 25 or 1.3 se. If you want linear response at the expense of emotional involvelemt the Revel M20 is it. I actually think the B&W 805 is a great speaker in the B&W range and I like it as much as the 802 which is far more costly. Look at the MErlin TSM/VSM; I think it is the best match for you.
-Vik
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