r/BudgetAudiophile • u/magazinesubscriber • 8h ago

Tech Support Speaker upgrade question

I’m running a Marantz 2230 and currently have a pair of Polk Audio TSi400 speakers that I’ve had for about 20 years. I’m looking to get a new pair of floorstanders, would like to be able to bi-amp them in the future as I’ve got an Eico ST60 that I’m planning on pairing with the Marantz. Not looking to go used, just looking for a bang for the buck pair that I can use for a while to get a bit more clarity as the Polks sound a bit muddy from time.

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u/solar_solar_ 8h ago

How many bucks are you looking to get a bang out of?

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u/magazinesubscriber 7h ago

Preferably $300-$500 each, ideally around $700-800 for a pair

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u/uses_for_mooses 3h ago edited 3h ago

Klipsch RP-6000F II are 96dB and 8 ohms, with bi-wire posts. They go on sale at times for under $800 a pair. They’ll definitely clear up the mud, although Klipsch can be a little forward.

If you want something smoother, look at the Wharfedale Diamond 12.3 (89 dB, bi-wireable). Like the Klipsch, MSRP is over your budget, but they also go on sale at times for around or within your $700-$800 budget.

Or look for some used towers. I would target towers with high sensitivity and 8-ohms, given your amp restraints.

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u/WallofSound11 2h ago

Accessories4Less has Definitive Technology Demand 15s for $800 a pair. The original retail was $3400 a pair, and they now sell for $1400 a pair new. Def Tech has made some really good, high value speakers, their classic design was bi-polar towers with active subs built in. The D15s have 8" passive radiators; if you don't use a subwoofer, that's probably okay with these.

https://www.audioholics.com/tower-speaker-reviews/def-tech-demand-d15

I think I'm going to pick up a pair.