How come Horn + woofer designs are not more popular?

That is why Howard Johnson made 28 flavors. But, too bad we could not hear each other's systems.

Hi folks I supplied some long term user information regarding horns. What about some others, not just opinions - ?

The Audiokinesis Jazz Modules were are good example of a well done two way horn. I owned one for several years before going over to ESLs. Given the chance I'd own them again but they are no longer made due to the TAD 1102 drivers being unobtanium. I was just in Long Beach for the audio show and Duke displayed his new Gina satellite speakers (using custom Emminence drivers made for him) which were demoed with his Swarm. A very nice set up using the round wave guide the Jazz Modules featured in a two way stand mount design.

Interesting, Clio09. I feel lucky to own a pair of Audiokinesis Dream Makers, that probably sound even better than the Jazz Modules (have not compared). My respect for them, and for Duke's philosophy and design, has grown over the years.

I think a main reason why (good) horn speakers are not more popular is that most people have not heard them. I mean not heard them over a longer period of time, with good tube amps. When I switched from solid state to tube (OTL), at first it sounded dull, blurred, anemic. It took time to get used to the new sound. Most people haven't had that chance.  

@o_holter, I have heard both versions of the Dream Makers, the original with TAD drivers and the newer series. Yes, they are better than the Jazz Modules, but they are also much bigger and more expensive (although with anything Duke makes still a great value). I heard them with the LCS add on as well. While the LCS does everything it is intended to do, it wasn't my cup of tea. The Dream Makers on a stand alone basis were much more to my liking.

BTW - I have owned Atma-Sphere amps for quite some time and as you know they are a great match with Duke's speakers.