Speakers for metal, hard rock ... also SS amp


I need recommendations for people who play a lot of metal and hard rock. I don't want to be dependent on a sub for the bass slam.

Speakers should be in the $4-8K used range and amp should be high quality.

I don't want it to be too harsh, though, because I ocassionally listen to ambient, female vocals, soundtracks, etc.
mrvegas
How about a dual 18in per loudspeaker ,hieff woofer system, with giant hieff ribbon, 102db 30hz-40khz. 1st order crossover ,baltic birch plywood cabs ,fully cherry veneered ,nordost internal wire.Ea woofer is in its own optimized cabinet inside larger main cab.Finish is french polish not cheap poly coat.Deflex, wool ,cork etc used for damping, ea cab has dual 4 flare ports. big and heavy over 250 lbs ea. I design loudspeaker system this one is for all types of music but all my systems must sound great on rock or they dont go up for sale.Email if interested. price is near the lower end of what you listed for a new pair shipping inc.
I second Chadnliz - Legacy Focus 20/20s -

Great soundstage, bottomless bottom end [deeper than most stand alone subs], and great with busy music as well as solo vocals and small jazz trios. Play some "Blue Man Group" real loud to test! You will be sold.
THe Talon Raven C speakers without a doubt will rock your world and they are easy to drive. Deep bass that is fast and tight, clear highs. I am still amazed at what they can do for the price. Find themn used around $3500 and you'll be pleased.

Happy Listening.
Mcintosh Amps with horns or most speakers recommended for rock will definatley render the better results over most other amps without a lot of screwing around..
I second that recommendation, for everything from Bjork to Pantera.