It is mostly a budget issue but space is important to me. I dont want anything too big, but do want floor standing. It is a modest living room area, and the height of the 82-ii is the max that I would want.
These will only be used for playing music, and mostly at lower volumes -- I seldom play anything loud.
Right now the 82-ii look the best for my needs and price point, so I thank you all for that suggestion. That said, the price that I can get the R-26F for is super-tempting and almost a no-brainer, but surely I would eventually want something better so it is probably shortsighted. If I could find a coupon to sweeten the deals....