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Best speakers, used, for around $1,000.

Want a good match for the following:
Power amp: Moscode 600
Pre-amp: Rogue 66 Magnum
Old Speakers: Thiel 3.0a's.
The Thiels did alot of things well; open, detailed, good low-end, but a little bright (probably due to that EQ from Thiel). I'd like to get something a bit less bright, but with many of the positive qualities.
Dumping the Thiels because the mid's need rebuilding and the tweeters blow easily. So, I guess durability might be something I need as well.
Thanks for your opinions!!!
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centurymantra
133 posts
 
For what the Castle Howard's go for on the used market (due to lack of presence in the U.S.) I can recommend them as a fairly awesome speaker and an excellent buy. I had a pair in my system up until recently and really only replaced them due to an impulsive jump on a good deal. Very spacious and rich sound that's a pleasure to listen to.
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lneilb
107 posts
 
Snell CV or Type D. Superb used buys.
dr_joe
148 posts
 
Tannoy: System 12 DMT, System 12 DMT II, or System 1200.

Some who are used to speakers designed for domestic environments find the dynamics frightening, but it's worth it.
jmzzz01
15 posts
 
I'd have to second the Vandersteen suggestion. They represent a great value in the used market, as long as you don't mind the look. They don't look bad at all, but just aren't a beautiful piece of wood cabinetry, which is desirable for some. The sound is very neutral with good presentation thruoughout the entire range, and will not appear bright. My son likes to say that they don't sound like speakers - you just hear the music.
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noble100
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I just picked up Magnepan 2.7s for $1k on Audiogon and they sound amazing, even with an old Aragon 4004 MKII amp driving them. I think they would sound better with your setup. They're not bright but are very detailed and open. Bottom end is a little light but everything else is there. It's obviously a different type speaker with a different sound than your Thiels.
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