Speaker Recommendations


I've owned a lot of different speakers, mainly Martin-Logans and Magnepans, but I have owned a few others too, Linn, Epos, NHT. My current speakers are Vandersteen 2ce Signatures and I really like them, but 2 factors have me thinking about replacing them.
One is I've changed to a Musical Fidelity integrated amp from McCormack seperates and the integrated doesn't control the Vandies like the McCormack did. The other factor is that I'd like to have something a little smaller. Not bookshelf size, just not 45 inches tall and 13 inches wide.
Any recommendations for a nice full-range speaker in the $1000(used) range that might work?

Thanks
ecruz
Sorry, I take back my speaker recommendation as I didn't realize your budget is $1000. I agree with Trelja's suggestions. Good luck.
Thank you, Dracule!

One other speaker I neglected to mention is the Triangle Antal, or one of the speakers a step or two up or down from it in the family. There are also some offerings from JMlabs that might fit the bill, but at that point, you are probably taking a step back sonically.

Again, one thing happens a lot, even with speakers considered "efficient" is poor control of a speakers voice coil. For the most part, these combinations can work quite well, but if you are after the type of bass control it sounds like you are, it is not as easy as many people think. Like most things, brute force solid state amplification does have its advantages and disadvantages. Unfortunately, one of its advantages is also one of your sonic priorities.
Wharfedale 9.6's. period. New at around $900.00. Efficient, dynamic, detailed, with very tight detailed low base. British sound yes....but not to sterile. Wonderful speakers.