Just wanted to make sure the ceiling is also treated. I think you'll have to treat it with either of the speakers.
In terms of size, the Scala is a little over 4ft and the Maestro is pushing 5ft tall. On an 8ft ceiling you're not leaving much breathing space with the Maestro. In terms of your components (I'm assuming what you have is a typical Krell monster doubling all the way to 2ohms - it needs to be since the Maestro needs power, which is not the case with the Scala), the Maestro is the proper fit, but the room is really tight for a speaker that big. If the ceiling was 10ft or higher I'd tell you to rock and roll with the Maestro.
As you read above, I had the opportunity to go for Stella, but at a 100% price differential I wasn't willing to take the risk and stuck with the Maestro, which I'm very happy with. You're looking at a similar situation with the Scala and Maestro. I don't think you'll be unhappy with Scala and it will be a considerable upgrade over what you have now.
I just don't feel comfortable giving a clear go on the Maestro in your room.
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