Affordable Newer Speakers

I agree. Speakers are a very personal choice. Just getting recommendations from people probably won't be good enough. You need to have much more focus on what type of sound you are looking for, a price range and what type of gear you will be hooking them up to.

I bought the Wharfedale Diamond 10.1 monitors from music direct for a small system. I planned on pairing them with a subwoofer but now don't feel the need. If you don't like them you can send them back. I love mine and am keeping them!

You don't mention price range but my suggestion is the same anyway. Do a little research, buy used from reputable sellers and audition in your system. If whatever you buy isn't to your liking you can resell.
You can't lose much if you don't mind the hassle of buying and selling/shipping. Just make sure the original packaging is included.

Dynamics are/is the most important criteria. The price range is $500.00 or less. I realize speakers should not be bought solely on the basis of others opinions, but a guide to a path can be suggested (hopefully), especially by the many knowledgeable people here. As for as equipment is concerned, it's the 9300, Rotel RCD-950, and Angstrom 100.

"I realize speakers should not be bought solely on the basis of others opinions, but a guide to a path can be suggested (hopefully), especially by the many knowledgeable people here."

You'll have no problem getting recommendations, you just want to try to get the right recommendations for you. If dynamics are important, you will definately want to get something easy to drive. In your price range, I think you may like something from Monitor Audio or possibly a pair of used Vandersteen Model 1's (If you can find a pair).

I don't usually recommend something unless I know it well, but I would also consider a pair of used Tekton's. I haven't heard them myself but everyone who has, seems to rave about them. $500 isn't too much $, maybe take a chance.