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In need high-efficency speakers

I recently purchased a preowned Mystere IA-11 40 watt tube integrated amp to replace a 120 wpc SS amp. Overall it has a very satisfying sound with plenty of detail, dynamics and a tight bass for a tube amp.

The problem is the combination of our large town-home living/dining room combo with my 87db DIY Seas Froy Mk3 speaker, powered by the 40 watt amp means it can’t play loud, especially a problem with movies or TV specials.

I was hoping to change to the Zu Audio Omen Mk2 or Klipsch Heresy III high-efficency speakers. My wife and I agree it is unwise to spend that kind of money with our current finances. The Zu Dirty Weekend would be a cheaper option, but the Klipsch would look better in our living room.

So I’m looking for solid advice on what to do from this audiophile community.

Here is a link to my ’Virtual System’ if that will help.
https://systems.audiogon.com/systems/7252

Thanks all,
Mike
mjcmt

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ihor
88 posts
 
Agree with jayctoy.  Take a look at Omega.  Wonderful sound and very efficient. Definitely give Louis a call or email.
ihor
88 posts
 
Yes, excellent post by 1markr.  His description of what the Omegas bring to the table is spot on.  I have the Super Alnico Monitors coupled with a pair of older REL T5 subs and the sound is wonderful.  I get the occasional bug to maybe try something else, but whenever I audition another comparably-priced speaker, I continue to be amazed at how the Omegas sound and lose all impulses to try something different.  As an FYI, I selected the Omegas (counting on Louis's 30-day return policy) unheard over  Harbeth 30.1s that I home auditioned for a week.
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