I use the Electro VOice ZX1 90s, but, now is the ZX1 100s, same speakers GREAT, I like them so much, that I have 4 that I use for larger gigs, but, the usual is 2 for most jobs.

I know that you can get a pair for about your budget, so do not let the MSP bother you.
Go an audition ANY speaker, but this one, is a winner, the most versatile, can be use in many different ways, as monitor or front PA, it has an optional wall mount, very LIGHT weight an for an 8 inch woofer, gives you an incredible bass response.
When I auditioned in one side I had a 2 Way SM12IV Yamaha and in the other side the EV ZX1 90, needless to say, You know what I purchased.
Again, try ANY speaker brand and if possible in the same mixer, one side brand "A", and in the other side brand "B", put a CD in mono and play and hear the difference.
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