As I was searching google for Altec Valencia Speakers, I found an image that when I clicked on the link -- someone posted it to show an exampe of a compression driver.

They said compression drivers equal distortion and to only listen to ribbon speakers. Is this true? If so, to what extent?

Here is the link and excerpt:

http://srforums.prosoundweb.com/inde.../0/#msg_156845

I would also take issue with you regarding your great system. Sorry. Tangerine phase plug Altec or not, if you use a compression driver then you are listening to large amounts of distortion. Try listening to a proper system with ribbon drivers.

I am sure that the majority of problems that HiFi buffs complain about at concerts, Is either a) the mix or b) the acoustics of the venue.

Best.

Iain.
London UK

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Thank you for your help.

-Storm