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High Efficiency Dynamic Speaker Suggestions Please

I currently have Von Schweikert VR4jr's driven by Rawson class D monoblocks. These amps have really opened the dynamics openness of the speakers. Recently I heard Opera M12 horn speakers and I loved the presentation, they were even more open and "real" sounding. My thinking is to get them or something similar that offer that dynamic presence that the vr4's don't. I am totally unversed in this type of speaker but would love to learn more. After a lot of research I have come up with some possible speakers including Emerald Physics CS2, Audiokinesis Jazz Modules, Pi speakers, Tyler PD15 or PD30 or the Consonance. Several questions come up. Will my amps be OK with the Opera? My speaker positioning is limited. Placement is 18" off of back wall and 7' apart. Listening position is 10' away. Room size is 17' x 22' x 8'. I have a large LCD TV between the speakers. Are these types of speakers room dependant as much as the VR? Do the have better image depth as the VR? Any and all help is appreciated.
philbrady
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ditusa
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horns are ACTUALLY just that...they allow you to imagine you are at a live performance! i personally consider that accuracy not coloration...but yes, as with all loudspeakers, its interpretation. :)
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04-15-08: Philbrady
Ditusa, thanks for the response and the JBL recommendation. I am curious, what do you recommend for ideal placement? Also, what amp are you using? Phil Brady.
Philbrady

your welcome,i am using luxman b12 ss monoblock amps, which are about 30 yrs old!! as far as placement, i would suggest at least 18 inches off the floor, i use concrete blocks with felt. works well and its cheap!! 8 ft in between each speaker for a big soundstage and 3 ft off the back wall and about 1 1/2 ft off othe side walls. about 5 degree tow in.
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