State of the Art Bookshelf/Standmount Speakers

[musicfirst1]

Hello all.

I recently stated looking at bookshelf speakers for my bedroom. I am very impressed with the new KEF LS50 Metas, also thinking about some of the classics from Sonus Faber and Magico, however, my budget could extend up quite away further North than these speakers.
Any opinions on what should be on my shortlist?

Thanks

 

[Addicted to hifi]

Harbeth would be a excellent choice.

 

[thedudeabides]

Joseph Audio Pulsars. An outstanding value for the money.

 

[jbr7]

I can recommend, from personal experience, the stand mounted Von Schweikert Unifield 2. Its latest iteration is the Unifield 2 MkIII.

 

[cjf]

Genelec 8341a or Genelec 8351b would be my choice

 

[Addicted to hifi]

Atc speakers are good as well.

 

[CKKeung]

More traditional : Kiso Audio of Japan.

HB-1

More modern : Kaiser Acoustics Kawero Seies : Chiara or Furioso Mini :

Kawero! speakers - Chiara - Kaiser acoustics germany. High definition acoustic products

Anyone who has ever tried the sound of the Kawero! Chiara speakers will love him.

www.kaiser-acoustics.com

Furioso mini

Furioso mini, Furioso mini

www.kaiser-acoustics.com

 

[Addicted to hifi]

Chartwell speakers are excellent as well.

 

[Brucemck2]

I’ve been happy with Kii 3 speakers in a similar setting. The ability to adjust the radiation pattern of the bass is particularly valuable in a bookshelf setting.

 

[Site7000]

Wilson Benesch Endeavor
Vimberg Amea Diacera
Gryphon Mojo S
TAD CE 1
Focal Diablo Utopia Colour Evo
Magico A-1
Wilson Benesch Discovery II
Thrax Lyra SE
SeaWave AM22
Sonus Faber Electa Amator III
Dynaudio Confidence 20 or Special 40
Vivid Kaya S15
Raidho TD-1.2.
Revel Gem2
Von Schweikert UniField 2 MkIII

 

[Duke LeJeune]

I recently stated looking at bookshelf speakers for my bedroom. I am very impressed with the new KEF LS50 Metas, also thinking about some of the classics from Sonus Faber and Magico, however, my budget could extend up quite away further North than these speakers.
Any opinions on what should be on my shortlist?

Would these speakers be going on dedicated stands, or would they be sitting on a shelf of some kind?

Up against the wall, or out in the room somewhat?

Do you have an idea of what ballpark dimensions would be practical?

Is the top priority "best possible sound throughout the room", or "best possible sound in the sweet spot", or "both"?

Would tube-friendliness be of interest?