Dunlavy SC IV or Merlin VSM M

Maybe I should have said master speaker builder extraordinaire. I'm out of superlatives.

Aperez1958,
Another thing to consider are Steve McCormack's upgrades to the DNA 125. Takes the amps to another level entirely. I had my DNA 225 modded to the Platinum level and have been more than happy with the results. Steve is the guy who designed the amps in the first place so he definitely knows what he's doing. Plus he's a pleasure to deal with. Just something to think about.

I'm not sure what is so genius about a simple 2 way speaker costing more than $13,000.

I think the manufacturer's participation in this thread was exemplary. The criticsm directed at him was unwarranted.

It's only because I don't believe manufacturers should show up to support their product on these forums. As I stated previously, what would it be like if every manufacturer of audio equipment commented on their products? Bobby stated the OP's 16x23 room is the perfect room for Merlin speakers. Those dimensions are the "Golden Rule" making his room perfect for most speakers. There is also the fact that manufacturer updates are available for the used Merlin speakers purchased by the OP. I have to wonder if the OP would have purchased Merlins if Bobby did not chime in. My impression of Bobby is that he is a genuinely nice guy, but I also think it is important to separate the personality from conducting business on a thread where the participants are looking an objective opinion.