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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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labpro
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I have been using high end horn speakers (Cessaro) and SET 300B mono amps for quite a while. It wasn’t until I discovered the benefits of proper chassis and AC grounding, that I uncovered much more bass and a very “you are there” balance to the music. I use Puritan products but there are many available. I would also look into EMI RFI devices. Some are plug in, and really help in the bass and soundstage  area. Even if you buy new speakers, I would still explore this. Hope that helps.

earthbound OP
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Thank you lab pro. I do have all my equipment, except for the amp, plugged into emi/rfi devices. I was told the amp is better right into the wall socket. 

sounds_real_audio
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earthbound 

One thing I found out as a dealer for 20 years is that there is a huge difference between horns and soft dome tweeters. You might think you should find a horn for more efficiency and end up with less of what you really appreciate from your current speakers. 

something to think about. you best listen first.

earthbound OP
184 posts
 

Thank you sounds real audio. Absolutely will have to listen for awhile and probably many speakers. I had B&W’s for 23 years, AR’s for 5 or so, then Zu for 15 minutes and now Audio Note. Just starting to figure out what sound I really like. There’s a gentleman near me that has Volti and I reached out to him. Hopefully I will get a listen. I will go from there. 

charles007100
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@earthbound

This is Charles from the Tannoy or Volti post, be sure and let me know how you like the Volti …

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