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What Horn loaded speaker/ speaker system for $10k'ish and under

I’m looking to go potentially go back to a horn loaded speaker, or hybrid budget under $15k. I’ve had LaScala’s in the resent past (prior to my current Spendor D9.2’s that are for sale now) and loved them but I feel there is better out there for similar money.

JBL horns like the 4367 or 4349, S3900, S4700? Volti? LALS? others I’ve forgotten or not known.

I’d like to have efficiency above 90db,

extension to 35hz or close to it, I could live with subs though.

I’m not apposed to used in good condition, I will not buy black speakers though.

 

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ronboco
797 posts
 

How about a pair of used Avant Garde Duos? 

krgottschalk
17 posts
 

I have Volti New Rivals in the bubinga tree finish.  The build quality is off the charts.  Best sounding speakers I’ve ever had as well and I’ve owned at least a dozen.

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doyle3433
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Completely in the Volti camp! With @jond ​​​​@krgottschalk on this. I am completely blown away with my Razz. Either SS or Tube they are simply effortless, have a beautiful soundstage, and the mids are stunning. You could pick up a pre-loved pair of Rivals for under 10k.
If you are in close proximity to Greg at Volti, I highly recommend taking the drive.
If you are anywhere close to NE Ohio, I’d be happy to host.

dishawasha
12 posts
 

Perhaps a Horns Mummy, if the looks are acceptable.  Incredibly smooth mids and highs, strong bass from a 12" Beyma.   No need for a sub, at least not for myself.  Soundstage is incredible for this price ($3k used), both vertical and horizontal. 

Good luck on your search

https://www.usaudiomart.com/search.php?keywords=mummy

kevinkemp2001
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Forgot One

The original JBL Everest DD55000 as they are incredible with a unique build. Heard them in Akihabarra Japan years ago and lusted for them ended up settling on my S3100 which is a scaled-down version. If you have a chance to ever lay your eyes on the DD55000 you will never forget. 

https://audioheritage.org/html/profiles/jbl/everest.htm

 

https://audio-database.com/JBL/speaker/dd55000.html

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