Hi!
Klipsch has a great history, but not great current products. For the money, I strongly recommend looking at ANY of the Internet Direct options: SVS, Aperion, Wavecrest, the list goes on...
But in the $1000-$2000 category, Bestbuy (in example) cannot compete due to their pricing strategy. And if you have a healthy credit card limit, you can buy your top choices and compare directly against each other, in your own home! I think they all offer in home trials, and most will cover return shipping! (read the fine print)