Suggestions? Planar like Dynamic speaker under 2K

Jeff,

The VMPS ribbons used in multiples are very dynamic and play quite loud in my 14' x 30' room. I have the RM2's and recommend them highly. Of course there are other models with even more midrange drivers. The RM2 has a very good 12" woofer that goes quite low and delivers robust articulate bass without any real need for a subwoofer.

Planars are dynamic speakers.
With that said, perhaps Mirage M 1's?

Vandersteen is nothing like whats being desired here. I own VMPS FF3SRE speakers and my father owns Vadersteen signature woodQuatro models. The 2 are in different planets, trust me.
Just because Vandy is a great speaker I often champion its not helping the O.P. In this case.

You may want to consider upgrading the LFT-8A to "B" status; the change is to the tweeter, but the entire speaker sounds influenced by the improvement.

Read my review of this change to the LFT-8 at Dagogo.com

You will not do much better than the LFT-8B at the $2K price point.

Then, pay careful attention to cabling and you will have given yourself a sizable upgrade without breaking the bank.

Having owned Vandy 1b and 2ce I would warn you not to go that route; if you love the LFT-8 sound you likely would not be impressed by the Vandy sound.

Have you considered ProAc? Many people feel they have electrostatic clarity with excellent dynamics.