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Bought a pair of RF-5's when they first came out, never felt the need or the itch to get rid of 'em, also have the RB-5's another real gem. ..the 5's have seen la Scala's, Kg4's, Tangent's, and Heresy's come and go.

These have been my main speakers for 12 years. I purchased these because they were more kid friendly now the kids have grown up ,and I can go with a more traditional speaker. They have upgraded crossovers from ALK Enginering Universal network. I am asking $1200.00 which includes delivery up to 200 miles from Beaumont Texas. If you would like you can pick them up for $1100.00.

While we're giving him a list of tools, lets add clamps (the more the merrier) they will also keep the boards from moving when installing pocket screws and a compressor with a crown stapler/finish nailer is something you'll never regret having and while you're making a list a small impact driver will cause you to forget you have a drill for driving screws. Heck, if you're going to make a list, might as well make it a long one; table saw, palm, orbital and belt sander, hvlp turbine sprayer, drill press, dolly's, HD ball bearing lazy susan support, respirator, a big work shop......................................................... it's a really deep rabbit hole my friend so either jump in or just go around it.

Or just take the Y off and bump the gain on the sub amp.

Guess the next is, are there any happy/content RF-3 owners' who feel no desire to upgrade? I was content with the RF-3......until I heard the RF-5. Lol

Or you could jump from the 3s to the 83s like I did. Just try and find a pair and listen to them first. I have heard them side by side with the RF-7IIs and there is a difference. I haven't ever heard the 5s but I would think that they would have to be an upgrade over the 3s. Ron

If it sounds good to you then it's good!

Yes, I am the original owner of my RF-5's never had an urge to replace them even though everything else in my system has been upgraded several times. I love the sound of the RF-5's I think they are one of the most balanced and natural sounding speakers. The RF-5's sound considerably better than the RF-3's, better bass and much more refined detail. The RF-5's have the larger horn as mentioned. The tweeters in the RF-5 are different than the RF-3 as well, (same size but not the same). The crossover of the RF-5 is different than the RF-3. The cabinet of the RF-5 is larger than the RF-3. The RF-5's have real wood veneer as opposed to the RF-3 having vinyl. The RF-5's are made in the USA in Hope Arkansas, I am not sure if the RF-3's were or not, I think the Klipsch speakers in vinyl finish may all come from China.

My warning point is getting lonely. Give me another or I finish this joke.

OK Klipsch Corp., should I be forced to complete this tale you'd better have your legal team ready to field various lawsuits, motions, injunctions and enjoinments, and yes, it's that bad. So pony up a warning point. Besides I ask for so little from this place.

I personally have never been fond of smaller speaker. 4.25" would most definitely require a sub. That's one reason I'm leaning towards 8" drivers.

When you combine a high output amp with a lot of gain, to an efficient speaker - you get noise. The diaphragms are probably fine. Damaged drivers either don't work or sound so bad you can't stand to listen to them. The stock C II crossover is awful. It needs to be addressed, but I agree with Shakey, so does that amp - it's just not a very good sonic match with horns. Think of a crossover the same way you think of tone controls. The different type slopes control the total amount of energy seen by each driver, and changing those slopes (and alignment type) has profound effects on the sonic signature of the loudspeaker. If you were to compare a Klipsch rebuild by Michael Crites (sorry Bob, but I think it's time everyone knows you're pretty much down to drinking coffee, taking calls, and giving that Hemi a daily workout) to one of Al's simpler designs, you would notice the following: The Klipsch rebuild would allow the speaker to open up very fast, it would sound very crisp, and the midrange horn would dominate the sonic signature. That is, a very strong midrange presence with some bite. With your Adcom, it will come off a little harsh, and if you listen loud, listener fatigue will settle in pretty quick. Al's "CornScala-wall" by comparison, wouldn't seem quite as efficient (you would need a wee bit more on the volume control to get the same effect), the loudspeaker overall would sound a little more laid back and smoother, and the midrange would sound more balanced in relationship to the other drivers. His crossover also allows you to adjust the midrange to suit your personal taste. So how to choose? They are priced about the same I think. You are choosing between a fast, punchy and very dynamic sound and something that's very open, more relaxed sounding, and velvety smooth. I think you should do both. Recap your originals, which is not much money at all, and buy Al's later. Start saving for a low powered tubed integrated amplifier. Seriously, you don't need a 200 wpc noisemaker. My last 555 was almost 10 years ago, and even after I changed out the big electrolytics in the power supply and a couple of other the things, my little Scott 299B with 22 wpc ran circles around it. If you change out the horn, which is definitely a good thing, I'm not sure that you will be able to use the stock network without some modification (I don't know if the horn requires additional attenuation).