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Attention Horn Owners

Hey guys. I’m in the middle of making a few changes and seek your wisdom and help. Doing my research for speakers, I currently own Audio Note e/lx, and I think I might need a little more bass presence. These are wonderful, natural sounding speakers but I’m debating a change. Slightly more efficient would be nice, the AN’s are listed at 94db but some say measure closer to 92db. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. 
Now for the post title. Doing my research I came across Volti. I like purchasing American made when I can, my amp and preamp are Aric Audio. I’ve never heard a horn speaker before. Reviews of some say they tend to be bright, which is a no go for my sensitive ears. Reviews did mention that Volti are not bright. So, any comments regarding ear fatigue and horn speakers or Volti speakers would be fantastic. 
‘Finally, I live on Long Island. If there is any nearby who would be kind enough to allow me to listen to a horn speaker, there’s a six pack or bottle of wine in it for you! lol. I’d love to hear a pair before I spend 1 million hours researching different ones. Thanks in advance. Earthbound

earthbound

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elliottbnewcombjr
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One of my least favorite things to do is get to LI. Once there, quite nice.

In reverse, LI to NJ, if you would like to hear a Vintage Pair of Horn Speakers with 15" woofers (no subs), that include a pair of level controls to adjust them in any space, driven by a tube preamp and tube amp, you are invited here. 

You could have a good book, take the train, I'll pick you up at Netherwood, NJ on the Raritan Valley Line, or drive your favorite car. I'm retired, generally available.

https://www.audiogon.com/systems/9511

https://www.audiogon.com/systems/11516

 

 

elliottbnewcombjr
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meanwhile, not horns, but full range 4 way, renewed woofers, not far from you

https://longisland.craigslist.org/ele/d/west-islip-vintage-jbl-way-speakersnew/7861925162.html

I'd want to hear them if easy. 

elliottbnewcombjr
5,922 posts
 

here’s a pair of 12" subs that might be your answer

https://www.canuckaudiomart.com/details/650228823-vera-fi-audio-vanguard-caldera-12-subwoofers/images/5738150/

seller on this site

https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lisbb944-vera-fi-caldera-12-500-watt-rosewood-sibwoofer-is-a-monster-subwoofers?creative=&gad_campaignid=17191022312&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADQhP4qR8NI29vUfPKhY_sCpkC6Ng&gclid=CjwKCAjw7MLDBhAuEiwAIeXGISDGTK3S_-2F2_ZS1U6AIe6eiLM8hRDpj5wifTxb5VdNA6KlKS61YRoCffYQAvD_BwE&keyword=

 

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