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Reasonably sensitive speakers for tube amps, max $2k/pair, new or used

While this topic has been covered before, I'm interested in both recent experiences with new products or anyone who just would like to chime in.

I have a couple friends interested in tube amps, lower wattage -- 40 wpc or below. Before they pull the trigger there, they need to find the best higher sensitivity speakers they can, hopefully at $2k or below, new or used.

QUESTION: What high sensitivity speakers would you recommend to them, new or used? What did you try and NOT like?
Characterizations of their sound, experience with a trial period, the company, etc. appreciated.

I'll pass the best answers and links along to them.
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hshifi
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Hello,
I am thinking the Tekton SET. I think they have an upgraded crossover package according to a forum friend. I was thinking this was a great match for Decware. You can call Tekton to get the details. I hope this helped. 
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hilde45 OP
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@rickallen81 @tsushima1

What do I have to say *now*, @tsushima1 ?

I’d say that now the details of the problem have been added into the description and now I’m satisfied.

My only issue was with name calling with no evidence. Hope that makes sense, now.
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jjss49
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The thing is, the really good-sounding high-sensitivity speakers start a bit over 2K.

@twoleftears is being kind here... i would say 5-6k might be a minimum... as usual it is all about where one sets the bar for ’good sounding’

as for tekton, my personal take is i would tend to discount one-off input from folks here bashing the person behind what is otherwise a respected and well known maker... anyone who has been around a consumer retail luxury good business knows that there can always be a small percentage of folks and instances where getting along and making them happy may be nigh impossible... a function of circumstances, demands being made, an off-day by the owner (they are people too) etc etc...
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i would say 5-6k might be a minimum... as usual it is all about where one sets the bar for ’good sounding’

This is very useful, indeed. After all, it's likely a very good sounding speaker that's *not* sensitive can be had for $2k or less and then the money which would have been necessary for a really good sounding speaker could be apportioned back to the amp. In other words, if $5-6k for a really good sensitive speaker is needed in order to save on tube amps, the outcome here seems to be that spending on amps is fine. It becomes more about how the sensitive speaker w/ lower power tube stuff sounds, as a combo, compared to a less sensitive one with a more powerful amp.
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