Looking for bookshelf speakers

+1 for the Totem Model Ones or Mani-2s..... But only If you have the "right" integrated amp with the necessary grunt to drive them properly.

The prior posts all nailed it: system synergy matters big-time. Tailoring the speakers to the electronics is a must.

Similarly, I would also recommend Jean-Marie Reynaud OFFRANDE Signature standmounts ( used )

Google for the reviews and grab a listen if you can. These are hi- end French stand mount speakers that soar with the " right" electronics .

What Hi-Fi 5 star rating:

ATC SCM 11 (2013) review

Best standmounter £800-£1500, Awards 2013. ATC has struck gold again. These are the most talented standmounters anywhere near this price Tested at £1200

Read more at http://www.whathifi.com/atc/scm-11-2013/review#q8D6MRDEZKwDCskx.99

I heard them at a dealer showroom being driven by Mark Levinson .... They smoked the $8K KUDOS, bested all the Totems (including the Element series ) and were giving the TANNOY Lower level PRESTIGE series a credible showing .

After the audition that drew in the whole store, one guy bought them on the spot. Worth a listen if you can arrange it.