Makes the case for hi-eff horns doesnt it;) The -6db for every doubling of distance is not fully true for large horns. I have a pair that has greater SPL at 15ft than at 7ft. Large horns like these dont lose SPL to distance as much as non horn loudspeakers. Why horns rule in PA, sound reinforcement,theaters and yes hi-quality home audio reproduction. Every year more manufacters use horns or wave guides;) Must be reason...If I was going with a 8 watt tube amp depending on my tastes budget room etc. I would look for loudspeakers with min 90db 8 ohms -114db 8ohms.
Speaker db rating?
Does anyone knowthe ratio of a speakers db rating, 1 db at 1 meter,relitive to amplifier watts to power them well enough to be loud enough in a small room.
Example:what kind of db rating would one look for if a 8 watt amplifier was used?
How does each point,as the rating increases,affect the wattage needed to drive the speaker.
Thanks
G.H.
Example:what kind of db rating would one look for if a 8 watt amplifier was used?
How does each point,as the rating increases,affect the wattage needed to drive the speaker.
Thanks
G.H.