Hales T5's Vifa's $ ohm or 6 ohm?


Does anyone know if the Vifa's in the Hales are 4 ohm or 6 ohm? Can any one reccommend a good high end tweeter to replace the Vifa's that came with the Hales?
Thanks
mitchb

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Mitch forwarded me some test results that Madisound ran for him. They did this with the actual tweeters in use with the specific crossover values that the Hales use. From what i can see, the Millennium and the Hales appear to be a very nice match and pretty much of a "drop in" upgrade / replacement. With all of the crossover parts upgraded and the tweeter replacement, i have no doubt in my mind that the speakers probably sound quite a bit better than stock. Probably by a long-shot. Sean
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Uh-Oh. Was someone listening TOO loud or are you just not happy with the response of the tweeter after the mods that you've done? I hope it was the latter and not the former.

Other than that, Madisound or Meniscus would probably be able to help you with the info that you need. Hope this helps... Sean
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Impedance ratings are "nominal" at best and vary with frequency. You really have to look at the impedance curve and see how various drivers compare. On top of that, you have to look at the frequency response, sensitivity, dispersion and whether or not the original crossover had any notch filters / impedance networks built into the tweeter circuit. While replacing crossover parts is a walk in the park, replacing drivers is FAR more complex. Sean
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