I've recently been offered a job in the UK. Naturally, hi-fi is not the foremost concern in a potential trans-Atlantic move, but more than likely my Magnepan 3.7i's would not be coming with me from Chicago. I'm not sure yet if I'll be living in London central (in a flat) or further out (detached home), but my hi-fi habit might influence the decision, as insane as that sounds.
Lately, horns have been what I've been enjoying, and I'm curious whether there are any British or European horns (or other high-sensitivity speakers from the UK or Europe) of which to be aware. Top end budget of, say, $20K USD. I see Living Voice, but those look pricy. I've heard big Tannoys, but they were too dark for me. I'm curious about Fyne but have not heard them as of yet. Any custom horn builders that aren't as pricy as the likes of Avant Garde, etc.? I'm aware of Klipsch, of course, but that's American made, and I've never quite connected with K-horns in multiple auditions. I do like Cornwalls, however.
Another route (non-horn) might be Harbeth, which I've heard and liked but don't know well. They might work better in a flat. I'm not drawn to B&W for whatever reason, but KEF I'd certainly consider. Maybe Spendor or Graham, too.
Anyway, a sort of preliminary query for the group here. In the US, we seem to be a little starved for interesting horn choices, but they seem more prevalent across the Atlantic, particularly in Europe, and I'd be grateful to hear what I might look/listen out for, both for horns and generally.
In other words, who are the speaker makers (mid-tier) to know in Britain right now?
Many thanks.
Lately, horns have been what I've been enjoying, and I'm curious whether there are any British or European horns (or other high-sensitivity speakers from the UK or Europe) of which to be aware. Top end budget of, say, $20K USD. I see Living Voice, but those look pricy. I've heard big Tannoys, but they were too dark for me. I'm curious about Fyne but have not heard them as of yet. Any custom horn builders that aren't as pricy as the likes of Avant Garde, etc.? I'm aware of Klipsch, of course, but that's American made, and I've never quite connected with K-horns in multiple auditions. I do like Cornwalls, however.
Another route (non-horn) might be Harbeth, which I've heard and liked but don't know well. They might work better in a flat. I'm not drawn to B&W for whatever reason, but KEF I'd certainly consider. Maybe Spendor or Graham, too.
Anyway, a sort of preliminary query for the group here. In the US, we seem to be a little starved for interesting horn choices, but they seem more prevalent across the Atlantic, particularly in Europe, and I'd be grateful to hear what I might look/listen out for, both for horns and generally.
In other words, who are the speaker makers (mid-tier) to know in Britain right now?
Many thanks.
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