High efficiency speakers vs Low, pros and cons


I've got a pair of Von Schweikert DB-100's ordered and they will be arriving soon. They are 100db efficient.

What is the purpose of high efficiency speakers other than being driven by low powered amps like SET's? Do they possess something that lower efficiency speakers do not have? They seem to point out any deficiencies in ones system. Does that make them "better" if your system is matched really well?

Just a few questions. Thanks.
richardmr

Showing 1 response by twl

If you have other speakers that do not reveal the deficiencies of your system, they are also not revealing part of the music. When you reveal all, you also get a more revealing musical experience. Some cannot tolerate this, and seek a more "forgiving" speaker. Each person needs to fill his/her own music needs.

When playing records, the efficient speaker usually shows up more record noise than other types, because it does not mask as much.