thats a tight budget for something new. Floorstanders or bookshelfs? Klipsch reference is great and affordable. Klipsch is a forte of mine, i've owned over 22 different models in the last 2 years.

I hate to say it but the used market is really the best bet to get some good high quality speakers for a good deal especially in this price range.

I'll post more if anything comes to mind
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2 Klipsch RF-7 § 1 RC-7 § 2 RS-7 § Emotiva UMC-1 § Outlaw Audio 7125 § 2 Emotiva Ultra Sub 12 § APC H15 Power Conditioner § Sony Playstation 3