The EW30s sound their best when mated with a good subwoofer and bass managed to 80Hz. They simply cannot deliver, nor should they be expected to, the bass impact of todays movies or multi channel music mixes without the supplement of a subwoofer. Placing the tweeter as close to ear level as possible will result in the most accurate tonal balance possible for the speakers. They are moderately efficient and a relatively easy load for even a modestly powered $400 A/V receiver to drive, but don’t be afaid to pump some quality power into them as they can certainly take it.

The EW30s sounded as good as they looked. I didn’t walk away disappointed or floored by their performance either. They simply did the job they were designed too, quite well I might add, and perhaps were among the best on-wall type speakers I have heard. Their ability to portray a wide soundstage with plenty of detail in the top end and never sounding bright was a definite plus as I have heard far too many speakers in this genre with unacceptable coloration in the mids and highs.

So before you shell out big money to an installer to setup an all inceiling speaker system (which I call a fancy intercom system) for your theater room, consider one of the new on-wall speaker systems from EMP. They look great, blend in well with today’s flat panel displays and deliver the sonic goods allowing a discerning listener with a mindful eye on aesthetics to have their proverbial cake and eat it too.

EMP Loudspeakers
http://www.emptek.com

382 Marshall Way
Layton, Utah 84041
801-991-1308 phone
801-543-3300 fax