I want more power behind my music

[Tankini]

Yeah ok. I was already starting to lean in that direction as well. At least that option is free and easy. Lol. Thanks for the input.

Or take Your gonads back off the shelf your wife put up over the mantle in that jar. Who Da Man?!

Doc gave you his honest opinion, plus very good recommendations on what it would take to get what you're looking for, but like you stated not wife approved..

 

[AcuDefTechGuy]

Is there a smaller category than a tower but maybe a bit bigger than a bookshelf that would still make a big impact?

LCR speakers are in-between bookshelf and towers.

55-i

Impression Freestanding LCR speaker • 6.75"W x 17.5"L x10.5625"D (not including grille or outriggers) • magnetic grille included (3/8" MDF) • black or white satin finish (SOLD AS SINGLE)

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SV-831R BLACK

Signature REFERENCE 2-way modular L/R speaker • high-gloss black finish • triple 8" aluminum woofers; large AMT tweeter (PRICE PER SINGLE)

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[Eppie]

The RBH are killer speakers but Shady also rated the Arendal Monitors highly for having excellent dynamics.

1723 Monitor THX

It’s THX Ultra certified — not just for the badge, but because it meets the strict standards for scale, accuracy, and headroom in demanding home theater environments. The custom waveguide housing a…

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Or the new 1528 series if you have the funds to spare.

1528 Monitor 8

The 1528 Monitor 8 rivals high-end floor-standing speakers with its 3-way design, featuring a 28mm lithium-magnesium tweeter, 5″ carbon-graphene midrange, and dual 8″ aluminum bass drivers.

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