best all-round,full range at $2000

psb goldi

>> Therefore, IMO, the Ref 3 cannot be considered full range loudspeakers, nor can the Ref 3/SA combo be found for $2000, which is what the originator of the thread was seeking. <<

That may be true, but I purchased my Ref 3s for $1700 delivered and my subwoofer for $285 delivered. According to MY math, that adds up to $1985. In addition. he could simply purchase the Refs now and see how they work in his room. Chances are good that he'll find the low end quite satisfactory, EVERY review I've seen says they are the best thing going for anywhere near the price.

And remember, 99% of the music out there has nothing below 40Hz anyway...

-RW-

OK, Rlwainwright, you win regarding the price of the Gallo speakers and the monitor/sub combo reaching the full range status.

My entire music collection benefits from speakers that go below 30Hz, as mine do. I guess I own the 1% of the recordings that have music below 40Hz, because when I listen to the same recordings on restricted LF monitors (those that go to perhaps 35Hz), there is clearly music missing that I am used to enjoying.

To each his own. I also have read terrific things about the Gallos. I'm glad you enjoy yours.

I second the JM Lab Electra 926s. Check my system page.

I've had them for a year now and they do a hell of a lot for their price point. Not only are they almost full range but they're not monoliths straight out of 2001 a space odyssey.