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tweeters- metal or soft dome?

This is a somewhat broad question. What are the particular differences between a metal, or hard dome tweeter and a soft one? If comparing the two using the same electronics and cables what differences can be expected?
With hard domes- aluminum, gold, etc what sound diferences are there. Are there various materials used for soft domes? If so what are they and what are their peculiarities?
I looked in my Guide to Home Audio by Robert Harley but could not find this addressed.
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gregm
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As a general rule, metals will be more extended, subjectively offer more "detail" and will be "harsher". Soft domes are thought to be less agressive, the best not losing out on "detail". BUT, there's a number of variables that ultimately determine how good the system sounds; cross-over point, phase matching with the mid, etc, etc.

Is this a general question or are do you have a specific project in mind?
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