best speakers under $1000 for classic rock?

Vandersteen's will treat your ears and your budget.

Lots to choose from in your price range here on Audiogon.

Good Listening,

Paradigm Reference 40 or 60 would be great. One of the best values for the $$ and a big step above the regular Paradigm speakers. The 40 is selling on Audiogon now.

Are you looking for a complete surround setup? If so, there is an ad right now on Agon for the PSB Image 4T,9C,10S for $950. Perfect, if a surround setup is what you're looking for.

As a disclaimer, I own the 4T and I do not know the individual who is selling the setup I reference above.
Good Luck
Dave

I second the Paradigm Reference series speakers. It is nearly impossible to beat economies of scale in this price range and my ears can attest first hand to the fact that Paradigm pulls it off supremely well. Simply great speakers at a great price. I recommended the 80.2s to a friend of mine and he thanks me daily for it. I love my 100.2s to death but finding them in you price range - even used - may be difficult. At least listen to a broken-in (few are at the dealers) pair of 60s or 80s with good electronics before you buy. Their only (slight) downfall is the bass oomph but you have that covered already. Add a couple 20s for surround and you will be in nirvana. Paradigms tend to be easier to find than many other brands too. Good luck! Arthur

Try a pro dealer for some active Mackie HR824 or 624's. Amps are built into the speakers. If nothing else, a good listening experience.