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Recommendation about speakers with limited space behind
You might also consider LS3/5a.  
Zu audio
To me, the most important characteristic of the Zu sound is its fullness. Not too bright, not too warm, not too detailed, but full and alive with little fatigue. My Def4s occupy the long wall of my living room that is 22x15x16, and the living room... 
Zu audio
I have had ZuDefinition speakers for years - initially Def1.5, them Def2, and finally Def4. Each version has been a significant step forward. I take advantage of the high sensitivity to drive them with an 300b SET. Every company in every industry ... 
What area or country do you live in ?
Washington, DC. Anyone in this area should visit the original DejaVu Audio. They now have locations in Florida and SoCAL. 
2 way vs 3 way question
Audio Note. Zu.  
Best bookshelf speakers
Both the Spica TC-50 and Celestion SL700 are small vintage standmounts that you should consider. 
For our European friends
Some of the greatest contemporary classical composers are Polish; Górecki and Penderecki, for example. And the Polish National Radio Symphony is based in Katowice, not far from Krakow.I cannot speak to the cost of the gear and the tax structure; b... 
For our European friends
The HighFidelity articles are well-written. I knew that there were a number of Polish audio companies. But so many!  There is a group of audiophiles that meets regularly and whose meeting are reported in HighFidelity. My my only negative experienc... 
For our European friends
There is an active audiophile community in Poland with many, mostly small, companies. Not sure about bringing US products into Poland, however. I own Ancient Audio electronics that are manufactured in Krakow. There is also a Polish online magazine. 
Full range tower speakers with bass under $10k
There are a pair of Zu Def 4s for sale on Audiogon. The price is 7500usd.  
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Neil James repaired my Audio Refinement Integrated amplifier. He is located in the SF Area. 
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Contact Neil James: neiljadman@gmail.com 
Modestly priced bookshelf speakers for cabin.
I have built two systems for my girlfriend based on Spica TC-50s. A pair (used, of course) is available on Ebay for 300usd. You will need a decent pair of stands. But they were and continue to be remarkable speakers.  
Best bookshelf speakers
@cd318I have three pairs of speakers. Rogers LS3/5a in one bedroom (15ohm versions). Celestion SL700 in my master bedroom. And Zu Def4 in my living room. All three are great. I understand your concern that the drivers in the LS3/5a have never been...