Horns - can be shrill if not done properly
dynamic high output
ribbons - can be silky smooth with no coloration
if done right - they sing
planar - quick fast detailed, large projection
only trade off - some lack low bass and pinpoint imaging
electrostatic - a form of planar speaker
I'll let the techs give you a more detailed analysis
ps - don't get overwhelmed by what parts drivers are used
listen to a lot of speakers on a lot of different material
especially acoustic music
seamless intergration, disappearing cabinets, pinpoint imaging, dynamics, etc these will all be evident in the best speakers
critical things - what size is your room, is it reflective or deadening, type of music, amount to spend, electronics (particularly amp and pre amp)
dynamic high output
ribbons - can be silky smooth with no coloration
if done right - they sing
planar - quick fast detailed, large projection
only trade off - some lack low bass and pinpoint imaging
electrostatic - a form of planar speaker
I'll let the techs give you a more detailed analysis
ps - don't get overwhelmed by what parts drivers are used
listen to a lot of speakers on a lot of different material
especially acoustic music
seamless intergration, disappearing cabinets, pinpoint imaging, dynamics, etc these will all be evident in the best speakers
critical things - what size is your room, is it reflective or deadening, type of music, amount to spend, electronics (particularly amp and pre amp)