Alternatives to KYB?

I was running KYB's on the front with 0.87 bars and now still with 1" bars.
The must profound change in ride-quality was exchanging the poly UCA's with rubber Moog Offset bushings. This alone took away 70% of the harshness at potholes and large speedbumps.

I have ordered a pair of Hotchkis Adjustable shocks for the front, but I'm really hoping they will provide a '4 bills' upgrade to the car compared to the KYB's... But to be honest, I still have my doubts.