Some of the Best speakers for Prog Rock/Metal


Hi guys,

I'm in the hunt for speakers, preferably floorstanders, that would be best suited for progressive rock/metal. Common bands I listen to, to name a few, are: Opeth, Tool, Agalloch, Kamelot, Dark Tranquillity, Dream Theater, Porcupine Tree, Nightwish, etc. If any of you know some of these bands, you know that they're not just balls out metal, but they have a lot more intricacies to them as well.

I honestly don't even know where to begin in the search for speakers that would be best for this. I do know that I plan on getting a tube CDP and tube amps to go with whatever speakers. So, list out some speakers/brands that would be great for this. At this point, don't worry about budget, just nothing above the $8-10K range.
heywaj10
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I checked out "Waves" on You Tube.

Reminds me a bit of Steve Hackett live at times on several of his excellent DVD releases.

THat's good!
For excellent sounding progressive rock internet radio with varied and deep playlists, put aside $800 or so for a SOundbridge or Squeezebox with external DAC on your system and tune in auralmoon.com, deliciousagony.com, or stellarattraction.com.

You can check them out on any computer as well...just will not sound as good!
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