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In Reply to: RE: Alnico sensitivity/drivability vs HE AN/Es posted by Paul Folbrecht on May 16, 2009 at 08:06:45
I believe Peter Q could give you a pretty clear answer to that question.
IMO sensitivity numbers doesn't tell it all as to how easy the speakers might be to drive.I've owned Klipschhorns rated at 104dB but the AN kit 03 and 04 seems easier to drive properly with a 300B SET,but they can't play as loud as the KHorn with the same amp.
As for alnico magnet I believe it is a better "engine" ,easier to drive,but it probably can't play excactly as loud as the ceramic magnet HE version. Hopefully Peter Q or someone else jump in an arrests me if I'm wrong :-)
I don't know how usable the theory for dB levels and power are,but with 98 dB sensitivity and 4 watt you should be able to reach levels around 104dB,and with 94db efficiency around 100dB with the same amp.
BTW,I've ordered a pair of kit 04 ;-)
Good luck and please keep us posted about your decision!
Best,
Rune
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