LM-3 vs Avantgarde Acoustic Duo
The Duo's sensitivity is 104 dB against the LM-3's 105 dB. Both share impedance (8Ω), high-frequency extension (20 kHz), and ways (3).
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The Line Magnetic LM-3 is a large floorstanding passive horn loudspeaker system designed around classic Western Electric-style horn concepts. It is offered in at least two versions: an Alnico configuration and a Field Coil configuration. Reported online pricing for the Field Coil model is $15,177.24 before tax from one retailer, while other listings show much higher asking prices on the used market. The LM-3 is known for very high sensitivity and a large, statement-level cabinet intended for low-powered tube amplifiers.
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The Duo's sensitivity is 104 dB against the LM-3's 105 dB. Both share impedance (8Ω), high-frequency extension (20 kHz), and ways (3).
The LM-812's sensitivity is 102 dB against the LM-3's 105 dB and its woofer 18" against 18.11". Both share impedance (8Ω) and high-frequency extension (20 kHz).
The La Scala AL6's sensitivity is 103 dB against the LM-3's 105 dB and its high-frequency extension 19 kHz against 20 kHz. Both share impedance (8Ω) and ways (3).
The D3's impedance is 4Ω against the LM-3's 8Ω, its sensitivity 90 dB against 105 dB, and its low-frequency extension 22 Hz against 23 Hz. Both share ways (3).
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