Best speakers for $300/pr

One thing to keep in mind, at that price there are frequently speakers that are produced in pretty high quantities.  It's not too hard to find big discounts.  Since people buying in this price range aren't particularly discerning usually, you may find a speaker that was very good at $600 for $300.  Who knows why it didn't sell.  Maybe it didn't have the right look or the boom and sizzle that sounds good at first but terrible in the long run.  

Rvpiano, Yea, it can be frustrating when helping a friend with audio. I am not sure your friend wouldn't be better off keeping the KLHs rather then purchasing the Klipschs from best buy.  Maybe take a little time to figure out what he/she actually wants to do.

There is a pair of Philharmonic speakers available on Audiocircle for $150.00 now.