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Horn based loudspeakers why the controversy?

As just another way to build a loudspeaker system why such disputes in forums when horns are mentioned?    They can solve many issues that plague standard designs but with all things have there own.  So why such hate?  As a loudspeaker designer I work with and can appreciate all transducer and loudspeaker types and I understand that we all have different needs budgets experiences tastes biases.  But if you dare suggest horns so many have a problem with that suggestion..why?
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nonoise
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I came across the  JTR Noesis 210RT Speaker horn speaker on YouTube. They go for about $2300. They sound nice as far as I can tell and I'd like to hear them soon.

All the best,
Nonoise
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johnk OP
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With such interest and many major manufacturers starting to offer horns or wave guide loudspeakers its been my experience that horn systems for audiophile use are on the increase. Despite the obstacles to horn ownership. I see more interest in forums more offerings more options I see reviewers and industry folks running horns systems.
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Though not broken in these Heresy are just plain fun to listen to.....
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@oddiofyl 

"Though not broken in these Heresy are just plain fun to listen to....."

Never heard the Heresy III but can say just about the same thing about my Heresy I and Heresy II.  Amplifier friendly, tight punchy bass, and freewheeling dynamics.

Bill
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