Some that come to mind under 2K for a pair are:
Paradigm Reference (can get top of line Studio 100V2 for under 2K), their other smaller models are also a great value for the $$, all their models look to have a very neutral tonal balance. I have the reference active 20's and love them. Quality engineering.
Martin Logan Aerius: Cool looks, planar electrostatic speaker. Definitely go out and demo a pair if you have not heard a planar speaker before, it's like nothing else.
Magnepan 1.6QR: Magnetic planar speakers (ditto comments above)
PSB Stratus Gold/Silver: PSB has been around for a while, most of their speakers are geared towards your price point.
Monitor Audio
NHT
There are a ton of others out there at this price range but these are the first that come to mind.
FYI: I have read a couple reviews of totem speakers, they all have some weird frequency response anomalities that make me less inclined to recommend them. Haven't heard them in person though (being a scientist I like to see good measurements in conjunction with quality sound). Nice wood finishes, I have to say that they seem a little expensive for what you get though.
Happy shopping!!
Ben
PS: some fun sites to check out
www.audioreview.comwww.audiogon.comwww.audioasylum.com