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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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fred_s
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@unreceivedogma 

Re your comment above: When they get honky, it means something is not set up right, or something is failing. 

I'm interested to learn just how you approached this issue. I've owned Altecs on & off since 1960. I currently have a pair of 604Es in my system and also use Mastering Labs crossovers. The speakers have a distinct, cupped-hands sound that I cannot get rid of. My amps range from a solid state Hegel H-20, to an Elekit 300B. My preamps are EAR 912, CJ PV5A, and ASL. They all sound different but don't change the basic sound ot the speakers.

So, I'm curious to find out what you did

Many thanks,

Fred

 

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