Best efficient speaker for the money.

I'm looking for a full-range speaker that I can easily drive with a small single-ended tube amp that sells for under $2000/pair. Any suggestions?

bobgates11-07-2002 1:00pm

c123666 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 871 posts 12-03-2002 at 08:59am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete A relatively flat impedance curve is a Wonderful Thing when driving a speaker with a low powered SET amp. The Audio Note speakers are specified to operate between 6 and 8 ohms; ie, not below 6 ohms. Most tube amps love that sort of impedance range. That is probably more important that a very high sensitivity rating. The Audio Note speakers are 94 to 95 db, too; the ANe speakers are the most efficient but rather large and pedestrian looking. The ANj is a nice compromise; not too large and 94db sensitivity. Pretty good bass for a two way with 8"woofer, too. I don't miss the sub much when listening to records.
bobgates OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 535 posts 12-24-2002 at 12:40am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Those Triangle speakers from France are efficient but they are a 4 ohm load. Wouldn't think that would be a good match for tube equipment.
phasecorrect Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 2,013 posts 12-24-2002 at 09:50am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Triangles are 8ohm nominal...4ohm minimal...dont get too caught up in the specs...I have heard them on various SETs and they sound amazing...Omega tsr1 are good too..