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30 to 50 watts seems to be all I desire
I agree with the OP…30-50 watts is adequate. I’m running a Pass XA-25 and it has driven everything I’ve wanted beautifully. 300B’s are probably in my future, so less power still.   
How much of High End Audio is Horn Speakers?
vlad- What did you hear? Speaker? Associated equipment?  
How much of High End Audio is Horn Speakers?
I’d gladly take a pair of the JBL if you’d buy them for me.,, look awesome  
How much of High End Audio is Horn Speakers?
Thanks everyone…I didn’t come at this change blind… I had some Epos speakers that were very bright and I sure didn’t want that again. When I worked as a Audio Salesmen in the 70’s I sold JBL speakers and I hated them. To be fair our showroom was h... 
How much of High End Audio is Horn Speakers?
The red “Swing” album is recorded wonderfully!   
How much of High End Audio is Horn Speakers?
tomic601– That is in the plans! Mr Decibel and I have discussed via text, I believe The Boston Audiophile has a video that accurately shows what Mr. D has described. I also have changed some interconnects  
How much of High End Audio is Horn Speakers?
Glad to see the Measurement Patrol showd up!  
How much of High End Audio is Horn Speakers?
Minority is something I can live with.   I guess I could rationalize it as an exclusive club! listening to Dick Hyman right now and I’m feeling pretty fortunate.  
How much of High End Audio is Horn Speakers?
whart-  yes I have been a coach for several years, I have coached Football, Baseball, Soccer and Golf. Also a short stint as AD.. Thankless job. Trying to get out and retire in the next couple of years. As to your reply, I am also fascinated with... 
How much of High End Audio is Horn Speakers?
I also had a discussion with a brick and mortar audio dealer and he really did not want to reveal the fact that he owned a set of Cornwalls. I really do wish someone had some numbers about the amount of money spent on horns vs other speakers.  
Advice for Amp to Drive Klipsch Forte IVs
I use to own the KA-5500, I’ll bet the 9100 would sound good with your new stuff, but I vote for a First Watt or tubes. Stay in the Decware line or 300b.  
Is Room treatment different for Horn Speakers?
Duke, atmosphere, rego, actually everyone above, thanks for the comments. I have the speakers as far apart as I can get them... I will try to toe them in so they cross in front of me. These speakers do sound good when I set at my desk in the corne... 
Is Room treatment different for Horn Speakers?
The last few days these Speakers have really blossomed. Bass right now is good. I hear some what I call "frequency specific resonance",.. I was wondering if a little dispersion would help. I understand other Cornwall owners mod their speaker horns... 
Is Room treatment different for Horn Speakers?
russ69- and that's why I bought them!😊.. I wanted something that didn't have to be set so forward into the room.    
Is Room treatment different for Horn Speakers?
I have a lot more listening to do before I go crazy. I think this is the 10th day of ownership. I am remounting all the absorption panels with cleats and installing a continuous cleat across the back wall, so I can change them easily.