Hi All,

I've just swapped to an EAR 859 Integrated.

I'm looking to find a nice high sensitivity speaker but that is within budget which is up to a grand, but I'd much rather spend closer to £4-600.

I'd be upgrading my Spendor SP2/3's (80's model) as its not quite responsive or fast enough, and they are slightly warm, as is the EAR.

I've searched the web but there isn't too much about. I won't be going down the Quad 57's route for expense and hassle reasons.

Heard great things about the Rogers / various ls3/5a's but they come in at just under a grand second hand. The Linn Ka is supposed to be a worthy contender though not quite as good. Others say older Tannoys, Lowthers or horn speakers, or Snell E or J.

Anyone had experience with the EAR and these speakers? Suggestions? Am a bit lacking on the bass end now but a higher sensitivity speaker may address that.

Also, any recommendations on tube rolling / optimisation for this amp to get it really singing?

Comments appreciated : )

Cheers,

Ross.