i am in the market for a good pair of bookshelf speakers under $300 (i am
not setting up a surround sound system). i will be using a Yamaha CR-420
reciever (30 watts per channel) to drive them. i have been disappointed
with everything i've heard at local stores and dealers that fall within my
price range. based on reviews and other online opinions i am considering
the following, in no particular order (havent been able to listen to
these);

KEF Coda 70 - Hooked On Tronics.com $224
Wharfedale Diamond 8.2 - Buy.com $200
Axiom M3ti - Factory direct Axiomaudio.com $275 or $248 for factory seconds

(the Wharfedales are bi-wireable, is this of any import with the Yamaha?)

i'm also considering Paradigm Titan's and a some sweet looking ADS 450,
520, and 620's on ebay. i am familiar with the ADS and know what to expect
from them, they would match nicely with the Yamaha.

any input, advice and/or opinion you can share is greatly appreciated.

thanks,
dingus