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Which Budget Speakers, Tekton or Omega?

I have a $2500 budget and haven’t had any luck finding the right floorstander in the local hifi shops, so am seeking advice from owners of internet-direct speakers.

I have an all tube system with a 30W triode EL34 amp. My system is in the living room, 12’ x 16’ x 8.' Speakers can be a maximum height of about 40 inches.
   Most important to me is a realistic laid-back presentation with open, transparent sonics. For example, I really like the KEF sound. I listen to 90% Classical, but also take my Led Zeppelin very seriously.
I have a sensitivity to high frequencies (hyperacusis), so there must be a smooth and natural top-end. And I’m done with metal tweeters since I haven’t found any that work for me.

There have been many Tekton threads, so I’m familar with some of their models, but I’m very intrigued by the Omega’s. Can anybody share their experiences with the Omega line or offer advice on floorstanders within my budget? I’m open to used or demos.

lowrider57
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kalali
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I haven’t heard the Tektons but in my opinion the single driver Omega speakers, have not heard their two way models, are not well suited for orchestral classical music in general They are fast but the peak transients and the range of instruments in orchestral music requires multiple drivers, in my opinion. They are however excellent for low volume listening of jazz or smaller chamber music with controlled transients.

I personally don't listen to a lot of western classical orchestral music but have friends that do and that's one type of music that I think size really matters. Same with hard rock.

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jmolsberg
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I have heard both and I much prefer the presentation of the Omega's (set amp). They may not sparkle on the top end or dig ultra deep, but they suck you into the music and keep you there. If you listen near field or at low levels they are particularly good. They can jam on some Zeppelin! 

ihor
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I have the Omega Super Alnico Monitors (SAMs) going on 3 years now, being driven by an older Unison Unico hybrid integrated amp (uses two 12au7 tubes), in a room of 18 x 25 x 9.  The SAMs are wonderful playing all sorts of music, small and large ensembles, orchestral, rock, chamber, jazz, etc.  I listen about 50-50 classical vs non-classical (Americana, folk, jazz, rock, World, soundtracks) and these speakers do well with them all.  Mahler's 1st sounds magnificent on them, as does Pink Floyd's Wish You Were Here. Also, my SAMs are not the newest 'improved' version.
seikosha
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Your comment about wanting a laid back system makes me wonder if you'd like either brand.  I've heard them both and while I'd say the Tekton might be a little more laid back than Omega, neither would be considered a laid back speaker.

I've heard the Spatial Audios in direct comparison with Omega and Tekton and those were more the most laid back of the 3.
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lowrider57 OP
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Thanks everybody. I should mention that I listen in the near-field, 8 ft. away,.room is very well damped. The set up is an equalateral triangle with Gallo floorstanders and the soundstage is awesome, but the mid highs dominate the sound. Also not forgiving of highs in symphonic music.
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