Quote Originally Posted by blackraven View Post
Sheesh, I have never heard the B&W 683's as dull or boring. They are a dynamic and detailed speaker with a great tweeter that some find have too much energy. They do have great air and transparency which you may be mistaking for being dull. They respond well to high end amplification and preamps. Maybe they did not pair well with the amp or music that was playing. I suspect that they were not positioned properly.

PSB speakers can be described as laid back. They have a warmth and liquidity about them. The T5's are certainly not lacking bass. They dip down to 38hz and need proper amplification. It does not sound like PSB's would be a good match for your tastes.

Paradigms might be up your alley as they are a lively sounding speaker.

The Focal's are a good choice and seem to have the sound you are looking for. It is all a personal choice .

It looks like you are putting together a nice system there.
Like much of the rest of me, my ears may be past their prime - a little excitement can go a long way. I am feeling ok with my choices at the moment, thanks to everyone's feedback.