Building the Audio Note Kit 1 SET amp...

I would also like to add that I would get the Lore. Also, I hope Sebrof has the Lore, not just the Katz Meow model. Apples to Apples would be best.

While I think the Tekton stuff should certainly be on your list, just be aware that their efficiency ratings are (like the DeCapos) probably a little optimistic. I've noticed that their ratings match the ratings of what the manufacturers of the pro drivers they use state which is fine, but Tekton is running their pro drivers behind a crossover and a tweeter that isn't as efficient as the main driver which in turn might be padded down a little. If someone formally tested the Tektons, I'd bet they'd be plenty efficient, but not as high as they are advertised.

This is probably why Tekton tends to like to recommend higher powered amps....or perhaps, he just likes to listen really loud! :-) Regardless, they certainly have to be more efficient than those DeCapos.

I'm hoping you pick some up, I'd be interested in hearing how they match up to the amps.

Agree with Seikosha.

Personally though I think "Katz Meow" is one of the more creative speaker names I've heard.

Lore will do though.

Wasn't he Data's evil twin android brother back on STTNG?

And didn't Data have a pet cat?

I detect a pattern here.....

I would be surprised if they were 98db efficient for example if Klipsch Heresy III horn loaded design is 99db.

In any case, either should represent a huge step up in efficiency from the Decapos and hopefully put any semblance of clipping to rest.

Mikirob,
I have the same feelings toward the DIY crowd.There is a broad spectrum of competence and talent amongst them. Some of them are quite capable and have built excellent products. Overall however there's a tendency for self pats on the back. Some of them feel they can not just equal but build better than any manufactuer and that's not true. It is difficult to start ,maintain and grow an audio equitment company. You're so correct about Israel Blume and others like him, They are a tough act to follow. It is easy to point fingers and say I can do better. A "few" can perhaps, but certainly not the vast majority IMO.