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High efficiency speakers

Hi,
I am getting into low wattage SET amps (specifically the 18w Lamm ML2.1). I am told that to realize the full benefits of such low powered SETs, you need high efficiency (>95db) speakers with benign impedance curve. But when I look around, these speakers are often horn based, huge and unattractive (to my eyes), and have problems with low bass (either no low bass or needs powered woofers whose integration is a problem).
My question to the experts out there. Have you come across well designed high efficiency speakers that are full range, don't take space like Avantgarde Trios, and look as nice as a Kharma?
Thanks for your suggestions.
alectiong
elevick
2,439 posts
 
I'll second Coincidents-I'm using them with 20 watt SET's and have tons of power.
95db is pushing it, 92db or better will be great. 90db will possibly cut it.
barrelchief
290 posts
 
Check out www.daedalusaudio.com

If you are considering a pair of DA-1's, drop me a line, as I am likely moving on to one of the newer models.

Seriously, the Daedalus speakers are high efficiency and incredibly musical.
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johnk
1,490 posts
 
KCS loudspeakers offers hi-eff loudspeakers that are not horn based. Where a custom shop so most anything goes;)
dupzyk
29 posts
 
you might look at devore silverbacks -- i ended up with trios but when i was auditioning speakers i also liked the silverbacks
cruz123
585 posts
 
Take a look a the WLM line of speakers now distributed by Red Wine Audio. I haven't heard them but the reviews have been good so far. On the more affordable side of the scale, look at Omega.
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