I have a somewhat different suggestion. How about looking for a pair of used B&W speakers, either the CDM7NTs or the later 704s, which are not really big and produce great sound. The CDM7NTs were about $1800 new and you probably can get them used for 1/2 that. The 704s were a little over $2000 new, also available at about 1/2. Look on Audiogon and eBay for someone not to far from you. If you watch for a few weeks you will find a good deal.