ATC or Audio Note (2-way)


Anyone have experience with both brands?

I only buy gear I can upgrade and tinker with and I stick with 2-way loudspeakers..

AN seems easier to DIY. so I would definitely want to see how the ATC responds to component upgrades. Are they capable of much higher resolution?

 

thanks in advance

 

 

clustrocasual

I believe AN has the most transparent crossover components (which are available for DIY), seasoning-to-taste not withstanding...no way a company like ATC which mass produces parts is going to have something better. If you've ever done xover or internal cabling mods, you know that drivers of every brand don't come close to unleashing their potential. I mean, having the crossovers in the cabinets alone is a huge bottleneck, if you’ve heard the before and after with something like that.

But yeah, I am very curious about the drivers with these two brands..

I looked at some ATC xovers.. they do have custom caps and inductors. Well, who knows!

I'll solve your dilemma. Jbl 4309. Best of both worlds.

Next alternative would be Living Voice OBX

The biggest difference for me is that AN speakers require symmetrical corners on the front wall to get the correct bass response. None of my music rooms allow that so AN speakers have never been an option for me.