Calling all SET fans


What is the least expensive, aka cheapest speaker available
that will do a decent job on classical chamber music on 3-8
watts ?
schubert
Hi Schubert,

Imo the requirements of under $1K, low-power SET friendly, and sounds good on chamber music are unlikely to be met by a new speaker.

I suggest Altec Model 14, Model 15, or Model 19. Imo that series of speakers was arguably revolutionary and quite under-appreciated at the time. Right now there's a pair of Model 15's on e-bay for $950.

Duke
I see a nice pr of ZU Omen came on today at $85O that the guy was using a 2.5 watt EL34 set with. Any thoughts?I have a ton of ZU wire including their best Event SC. IC and digital cable all of which are very good. Plus ZU is good to work with.

Charles, I had a buddy who had issues with Tekton .
Have Fritz make you a pair of Fostex single-driver speakers. I have a pair kicking around the house and I prefer the 4" driver to the 6". You wouldn't think it would be better, but it is. I used to listen to them quite a bit when I had my Opera standmounts, but I don't bother anymore. I don't know where you live, but I live in the JFK airport area and you're free to borrow them if you like.
Chayro, thanks very much ! I live in St.Paul though so its a bit far .
I had a pair of single driver Omegas with 4" Fostex, a bit
shouty in upper-mids for my taste .