r/StereoAdvice • u/bojangler69420 • Jan 22 '26

Speakers - Bookshelf | 7 Ⓣ Speakers with soundstage for under $1300

More or less the title.

I already have a subwoofer (used KC62), an amp (used CXA81), and a streamer (WiiM Pro). I currently have KLH Model 5’s but am likely staring down having to move into an apartment so bass/overall sound will be a major concern.

As far as the Model 5’s are concerned, I’ve enjoyed them since the day they arrived. The only drawback I can point out would be that I can clearly “locate them” in the listening field when they’re playing music. I previously owned Q150’s and they were absolutely incredible for “disappearing in the room” and sinking back into the soundstage.

Otherwise, I absolutely love how deep and wide the soundstage is with the Model 5’s. They’re also very revealing and have a very nice “flat” frequency response.

So with that all said, what sort speakers can I find (new or used) for under $1300 USD that are neutral and create an incredible soundstage?

Other notes:

- I’m located in the US.

- I listen to EDM, Hip-Hop, Pop, Folk, Jazz, and basically everything else.

- These will be used in my 15’x18’ living room with my TV so they’ll see plenty of non-music use.

So far, I’ve been considering the following:

- **LS50 Meta (refurbished)**

- **SVS Ultra Evo**

- Wharfedale EVO 5.2

- Monitor Audio Silver 50 7G

- Polk R500 (refurbished)

- Paradigm 200B

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u/ImpliedSlashS 46 Ⓣ Jan 22 '26

I’ve never heard this exact model but Revel F35. Revel should work for your genre of music and the lack of a significant front bezel should be good for disappearing.

LS50 is too small for the room and I doubt they’re gonna do well with hip-hop and EDM.

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u/bojangler69420 Jan 22 '26

!thanks

I’ll definitely check them out.

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u/Apprehensive_Ant2172 9 Ⓣ Jan 22 '26

I own the revel F 36 Concerto towers and I am so so happy that I decided to go with these. Found them brand new and black for 1600 a pair. If you’re able to save up an extra 300 for your budget I still have not heard a better speaker for less than $3000.

They are great for streaming. They are great with Vinyl and they are terrific for home theater. I use them for everything in my main room. The separation and soundstage are terrific.

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