I prefer the Dynaudio’s. I feel the KEF is too in your face and too harsh. You really have to listen though. Speakers/headphones are the most personal thing. It is not like recommending a good power conditioner. It is 90% of the sound you get. What I like does not mean you will. Especially at that much money. If you want to spend more, something like Joseph Pulsar 2 rings my bell. Again, not necessarily for you. Now you are talking some money so I would really want free home audition. Anything at this level, you will need acoustic treatment. I find monitors this good may or may not need a sub too.