Best system used for $10,000 for classical music

If you like classical, listen to Vienna Acoustics with Primare amplification and CDP. In your price range that's hard to beat. Get a SS integrated amp. For $3500, the Vienna Acoustics Beethoven Baby Grands are incredibly hard to beat.

When you listen to the electrostatics and the Harbeth, be sure to listen for the low bass and dynamics. Classical music without those two elements would be frustrating to me.

People that tell you any one solution is "the best" or "unbeatable" haven't listened with your ears. Take some leads from here, but ultimately decide for yourself by listening.

What are some favorite recordings? That may help to fine tune the recomendations.

Dave

You need a good midrange for classical.

The Vienna Acoustics Beethoven Baby Grand's are indeed great value. You only need to be aware that John Atkinson was disappointed with their bigger brother - nasal, limited dynamic range. So if you go that way just make sure to get the right model with the better midrange unit.

I said "Beethoven Baby Grand". Fremer liked it a lot, but that doesn't mean a lot.

Dave

I said "Beethoven Baby Grand". Fremer liked it a lot, but that doesn't mean a lot.

Actually, I think it does mean a lot.

I meant to add that their bigger brother is called the "Beethoven Concert Grand".

Some of my favorite rocordings are :

1) Soprano
2) Cello
3) Piano concerti

Thanks everyone for your input !

Happy listening to everyone...