High efficiency speakers vs Low, pros and cons


I've got a pair of Von Schweikert DB-100's ordered and they will be arriving soon. They are 100db efficient.

What is the purpose of high efficiency speakers other than being driven by low powered amps like SET's? Do they possess something that lower efficiency speakers do not have? They seem to point out any deficiencies in ones system. Does that make them "better" if your system is matched really well?

Just a few questions. Thanks.
richardmr

Showing 1 response by onhwy61

You cannot separate the loudspeaker from the amplifier that drives it. There is nothing in either approach (low power/high efficiency vs. high power/low efficiency) that makes one inherently better. Outstanding musical performance can be achieved by both methods.