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Avantgarde..... Still a contender???

I am thinking seriously about a drastic change in my system.... I am becoming very intrigued with the idea of high efficiency horn speakers and low-powered tube amps. If you look at "My system" you can see that this is a big change from my current set-up. The trouble is I haven't heard many horn designs (but so far really like what I have heard) and wonder if the Avantgardes are still thought of to be state of the art. Can I do better (for less money)? Any input from you SET guy's is very much appreciated. There just aren't very many (any) dealers doing horns in my area so I need some help on this one.

Other issues are:
1. Is my room large enough (21x15x11)?
2. What would be a good amp to start with (without
breaking the bank)?
3. Is there a good low-powered amp that is balanced? Or,
is single ended REALLY the way to go? (the rest of my system is balanced, and I'd love to keep it this way)

OK enough for now.

Thanks

Chris
cmo

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lukestr
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I have never posted before here and must say that I own the AG Trios and lived with a pair Duo's for a number of weeks.
I really enjoy these speakers and the amps really make a difference. I have had Wavelength XS 300b,Venus 45's Lamm ML2'S and now Audiopax 88's on these speakers. It is amazing how revealing the speakers are to upstream changes.These speakers CAN sound warm with the right gear in front.As far as bass intergration,as with any speaker it takes a little time to get it right. In the past I have owned Genesis 201's,Wilson Watt/Puppy 5.1 and 6's,Martin Logan Quests years ago, Thiel,
B&W 801 III'S, Duntech, Sonus Faber Extrema and more.And I always was wanting for something more in my system.The reason I state this evolution in my system is because I am very happy where I am now. There has been many years of costant playing with the gear. I feel no need to go look at speakers. The Duo's do alot of what the Trio's do but have a leaner presentation. This hobby is all about what works for you and what your idea of music is all about.It's like checking out a live show in a good venue and realizing how far we really are from that in the home!
Hope you enjoy the hunt.
Dave
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