This Might Not Exist, Any reasonably priced, smaller speakers with 100db Sensitivity?


I am seriously considering putting together a system with power amp(s) that provide, at most 3.5 wpc. The Company behind them does not recommend using them with any speaker with less than 100db sensitivity.

Everything I am aware of is expensive and large to very large. Are there any quality speakers out there that would work effectively in a 12x10 room, and be capable of being driven by that amount of power? I would be happy to buy used, to keep the price affordable. I realize that the situation is not helped by the fact that many manufacturers inflate their claimed sensitivity.

 

Any expertise, recommendations or advice greatly appreciated.

nightfall

Showing 1 response by perkri

Nothing wrong with building a system around a particular amp, especially if there is a specific tube you like the sound of. Low powered tube amps have limitations, as has been stated above, with speaker choices. More often than not, they require bigger boxes. I write this as I’m listening to a type 45 amp, driving a pair of 6’ tall double backloaded horns using a full range driver. Not to everyone’s taste, but I find the listening experts be quite enjoyable. 
 

Good luck with your search!