At this point, I have several brands to look into:
* Revel - The one universal that I've heard in every place I've asked this same question is to check out Revel. Unfortunately, I'm having a bit of trouble finding a dealer; but, given the buzz, they are worth my time.
* McIntosh XR100 - Honestly, I'm a bit torn as I've heard really mixed things about McIntosh speakers. Still, I feel I should check them out!
* Sonus Faber - I demoed some McIntosh electronics with Sonus Faber Venere speakers and I admit to being quite enchanted by their sound. Unfortunately, the only place that carried them near me was Magnolia and they've since stopped carrying Sonus Faber.
* Focal - Same problem--no dealer here. But I keep hearing their name come up.
* Salk Sound - Independent, custom-made speakers that I've heard for years punch way above their price. Of course, no dealers so no way for me to demo them effectively.
I've heard a few other names: Paradigm and PSB specifically but only one-off references.
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