I'm ready to venture into tubes (I think). But I really don't want to sacrifice the speed of a good solid state with high slew/voltage swing. Looking for something a bit analytical but not too bright, highly resolving, very fast transients, punchy bass, for percussive rock/metal. Focal...

Currently own the AK JH Audio Angie - I love it, but it's a bit large and unruly, also the uppermost treble octave is just a tad soft. I've grown accustomed to it, though a little more comfort would be welcome if I could get something around $1,000-$1,500 universal that meets this criteria...