The one, and the only question that will never have the same answer, or will it? I belive myself not only being canadian and having a passion for picture perfect sound, I'm going to have the place my bet on the Paradigm S8's from their Signature Series. Even though I haven't even heard a pair I'll have to say the Studio 100's, nah, the studio series is something to brag about, and as with all paradigm the more you spend the better it gets, and from the reviews I've seen thats what I have to say. please reply with what you find are THE BEST speakers, money no object.
PLEASE KEEP IN MIND, I am trying to create a reference here to make a point, when diciding your true ulimate favorite, please consider that I'm comparing through the same equipment. (Oracle c.d. player, Bryston Amplifiers and pre-amp, all outfitted with some rediculously expensive straightwire cables.)