eally enjoying this thread — I’ve spent a good amount of time with the Cornwall IV, and figured I’d share a few thoughts for anyone considering them.
They’re not subtle speakers, but that’s part of what makes them fun. In the right room, they bring this massive, effortless soundstage that can make even simple recordings feel alive. They do really well with lower wattage amps too — I’ve heard them sound great on both tubes and solid-state.
Setup matters more than people expect. Toe-in can make a big difference, especially with their horn-loaded mid and high frequencies. They can throw a wide image, but if you’re not careful with placement, they can get a little shouty in the upper mids. I’ve found they really open up in larger rooms or with a little breathing space from the side walls.
I don’t have direct experience with the Volti Razz, but I respect what they’re doing — it seems like a more refined, boutique flavor of that high-efficiency, dynamic speaker style. Would love to hear them side by side one day.
If anyone is nearby (Central AR), I’ve got Cornwalls set up and always happy to talk shop or compare notes with others into this kind of setup.
— Andrew
