4425 speakers?

[hjames]

There's a pair of 4425s available in my area - they look to be in good shape - just wondered what you folks might have to say about them.
I've been listening to the 15s/2420/2405 type systems for the last 2 years - what kind of differences can I expect?
Are they Rock speakers? Classical? vintage Jazz? good all around speakers?

[Allanvh5150]

In my opinion they are great for a studio monitor, nice flat response. But for music I think they lack the sizzle, "not as angry", as somthing with a 2405 on the top end. Now maybe a 2424 with a 2405 could be a good idea......

[doodlebug]

There's an extensive technical paper from back in the 80s when they were in productions somewhere in the archives. Lots of good discussion of the baby butt tweeter design plus a discussion of differences between the 4425 and 4430.

I've had a pair and they will certainly rock out when called for. While they're pretty efficient, it will pay to have a good SS amp to get the woofer moving, IME. They can be quite fun, depending on the price, of course.

Cheers,

David