Ascension F25

I recently found out Fane is making some new lower wattage speakers in Medium mag, Heavy mag, and Alnico. I have some of their recent higher power offerings and liked them, so I ordered the low wattage versions from Dave at Avatar. I broke in the new F25 (medium mag) for a couple of days at low wattage in my isolation chamber before testing.

I tried it in a 2 * 12 closed back cab, wired in stereo with a well broken in Celestion greenback in the other side, so I could switch back and forth quickly. For the amp, I used my Aiken Invader set at a good crunch level. Guitar was a Thorn T style with Ron's staple top "T-90's". Both speakers had a great midrange bark. The Fane added a bit of sparkle to the highs that lent itself to good string definition without being harsh . -- This seems to be difficult for many speakers to accomplish; you often get rolled off highs or icepick in the ear. I can see using the F25 when some of the other medium magnet offerings don't give you quite the definition or air that you want.

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Avatar is shipping the new Fane line in the US and I picked up a pair of F25’s to replace the greenbacks in my 1960TV cab. They did a full break-in before shipping and I took the opportunity to solder 12 awg wire while installing them. I’ve only played my 5150 through them so far. I like to start there because I have the most time with that amp (like 15 years +) and I’m very familiar with it. I was a little bit unsure at first because there aren’t any demos yet but I’m happy to report my first impression is very positive.

Avatar was great to deal with, I spent some time talking with the owner regarding this new line before deciding to try them. I wanted a darker greenback at first, these aren’t dark but they are less brash. I need to try more amps through them but they definitely pair perfectly with the 5150. The low end is easy to dial in, I can now bump up the presence knob up to where it starts adding in that aggressive cut towards the higher settings. They sound more articulate and clear than the greenies I had but not harsh at all. I’m very impressed so far.