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Full-range/horn loaded on a budget?


I'm desperate to find a full-range driver, horn loaded designed, wood cabinet speaker in the next week or two. I'm depressed since having to sell my beloved Horning Agathon Ultimates and not being able to enjoy my music. I need speakers. Something to get me by for now but still satisfy my spoiled ears. I was set to purchase the Zu Omen (Standard or Def) but disappointingly they don't have stock and build time is 4-6 weeks. That's frustrating because it's rare that I find something I like so quick - aesthetic wise. I can see that kind of wait for $10K speakers, but $1500?

Let me know your suggestions for $2800 and under. I have a few brands in mind but would like to hear from others who have possibly owned/auditioned various ones.

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sakahara
sakahara OP
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Addendum:

Here are some speaker prerequisites I meant to include (text edit box wouldn't allow any more);

Sensitivity: 90+dB (higher the better), for use with 10 watt SET monos.
Design: Prefer hybrid, 3-way (like Horning), no horn "honk" full range driver, single pair of terminals (no bi-amp).
Size/Weight: Manageable (12x12x40)/100lbs <
Finish: Natural wood; Maple,...etc. Light toned woods.
sakahara OP
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Thanks for the suggestions. I realize I'm not going to find something in the same class as the Horning, just hopefully something similar in design/sound at a much lower price.

I looked at Hornshoppe and have a hard time believing that speaker would be satisfying enough. Single full-range driver.... I'm just not sure. Prefer hybrid; 2-way, 3-way. Klipsch has never appealed to me - aesthetically.The Zu Omen does still sound like a fantastic bargain and possibly a very good sounding speaker that I could be happy with but the wait. The Tekton Design is interesting; KatzMeow and Uruz. KCS has been mentioned also (new model for $2500 listed here). Jaton website isn't working.
mstark
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Jaton speakers are listed here on this site.
One is dealer's demo the other I am not sure. Both under 3K.

Omen - like I said, great for the buck. Depending on the size of your room, there are two models to choose from - standard or Definition. (they are preping for holiday promo sale again.... might be worth the wait)

Tekton Lore might be better fit if speakers are going to be placed close to back wall.
These speakers might also be more phase coherent then Zus.
Issues with timing/driver integration might also be less pronounced with Lore. (especially if speakers are tilted towards the back. I believe Eric mentioned addressing this issues in his design but call or email him to make sure)

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sakahara OP
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Saw Jaton. Doesn't appeal to me - aesthetically. I've contacted Tekton design twice with no reply/quote. I noticed the Zu holiday sale, yet another one. Too bad they're not in stock and have a huge backorder to fill from the last sale. Not to mention moving into their new facility. Also checking out used DeVore Gibbon Super 8. But I might have found my speaker. A horn design from Europe. This is really up in the air. If a speaker comes along, new or used, that fits my budget and prerequisites I'll grab it.
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cfluxa
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It would seem the Tonian TL-D1s would fit the description perfectly.
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