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In need high-efficency speakers

I recently purchased a preowned Mystere IA-11 40 watt tube integrated amp to replace a 120 wpc SS amp. Overall it has a very satisfying sound with plenty of detail, dynamics and a tight bass for a tube amp.

The problem is the combination of our large town-home living/dining room combo with my 87db DIY Seas Froy Mk3 speaker, powered by the 40 watt amp means it can’t play loud, especially a problem with movies or TV specials.

I was hoping to change to the Zu Audio Omen Mk2 or Klipsch Heresy III high-efficency speakers. My wife and I agree it is unwise to spend that kind of money with our current finances. The Zu Dirty Weekend would be a cheaper option, but the Klipsch would look better in our living room.

So I’m looking for solid advice on what to do from this audiophile community.

Here is a link to my ’Virtual System’ if that will help.
https://systems.audiogon.com/systems/7252

Thanks all,
Mike
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elevick
2,636 posts
 
Coincident speaker technology in Canada.  Wayyyyy better than anything with a horn.
mrdecibel
3,062 posts
 
@elevick , just your opinion, as I disagree. Enjoy ! MrD.
analogluvr
859 posts
 
@elevick another strong opinion against coincident. But I'm glad you've found your nirvana 
elevick
2,636 posts
 
Considering that i have owned hereseys and cornwalls, i am personally much happier with 3 different pairs of coincidents.  The horn tweeters get old....
Also, coincidendts have much better WAF and i get better imaging due partially to the smaller footprint.
Anyway, it would take quite alot to get me to ever own Zu.  Made my ears hurt for a week.
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simao
1,817 posts
 
Check out Decware speakers. Talk to Steve there (owner and designer) and tell him your details. He'll advise you. 

Disclosure: I do not own Decware amps or speakers. But I did spend a happy listening afternoon in the Decware workshop. 
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