ozzy62

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A Hidden "Feature" of the Cornwall IV
I thought they really came into their own after the 200 hour mark. And I agree with your perception of these great speakers. They are not only loud, brash rock speakers, but can do well with any genre of music. People that turn up their noses at t... 
Looking for my Final Pair!!
Raul,We are not worthy (bowing to his majesty)......... 
Raven Audio Nighthawk
Why fuss with tubes in an amp? Not sure if serious........?Why? Well because tube amps sound better than SS amps the vast majority of the time. I also have tubes in my phono stage and my DAC. They are just the preferred method of amplification ... 
Raven Audio Nighthawk
Owning Cornwall IVs I'm not the least bit concerned about having enough power.Oz 
Looking for my Final Pair!!
You're going to love that Torii. I had a Torii II driving a pair of klipschorns for a while. That was a very good combo.Oz 
Looking for my Final Pair!!
So you have speakers and no amp? That sucks. 
Raven Audio Nighthawk
Thanks @lak , looking forward to it. 
Looking for my Final Pair!!
so @dave_b do you have a preliminary report for us?Oz 
A Hidden "Feature" of the Cornwall IV
Congrats @dave_b Can't wait to hear what you think.Oz 
Raven Audio Nighthawk
Well these are the first less than flattering comments I have read about Raven products. But as to devilboys situation, even though Raven says the amp will drive 90 db efficient speakers, I would never try that pairing. Might sound good at low vol... 
Raven Audio Nighthawk
Well if it sucks, it goes back to TX. But I am being optimistic about it.Devilboy, what speakers were you attempting to drive with the amp? 
Raven Audio Nighthawk
as long as you are not expecting large scale dynamics from typical 84 to 86 db speakers.No danger in that. I’d never own such an animal........ 
Raven Audio Nighthawk
I just placed my order for a Blackhawk Mk III. James was great to work with and I'm really looking forward to it. Thanks to everyone who posted a helpful comment.Oz 
Looking for my Final Pair!!
That several audiophiles like the Cornwall says that they like those high distortion levels, that's all. I've had speakers from Von Schweikert, Magnepan, Piega, Wilson Audio, Montana, Reference 3a, just to name a (VERY) few. All have been spec... 
Raven Audio Nighthawk
@gareentsThanks for that link. Very impressive.Oz