texican58

---------------- On 1/28/2005 3:17:00 PM Tom Adams wrote: You need to factor in a sub for your system since Heresys are bass challenged (I run 5 Heresys for surrounds/center in my HT). So your budget might be a bit slim to accomplish what I think you want. And my gut tells me that with those high ceilings and a hardwood floor, despite the area rug, that is gonna be one live room. The budget for the AVR....is that for a new unit or used? I wouldn't rule out the Klipsch Reference series. They are a fine sounding speaker. They have a different sound to be sure. But better or worse? I think your ears need to decide that. And dare I say this??? I don't think you should rule out other speaker manufacturers either. Take your time and audtion other brands. If for no other reason than to solidify your choice of the "Klipsch sound". Good luck in your quest. Tom ---------------- ---------------- On 1/28/2005 3:17:00 PM Tom Adams wrote: You need to factor in a sub for your system since Heresys are bass challenged (I run 5 Heresys for surrounds/center in my HT). So your budget might be a bit slim to accomplish what I think you want. And my gut tells me that with those high ceilings and a hardwood floor, despite the area rug, that is gonna be one live room. The budget for the AVR....is that for a new unit or used? I wouldn't rule out the Klipsch Reference series. They are a fine sounding speaker. They have a different sound to be sure. But better or worse? I think your ears need to decide that. And dare I say this??? I don't think you should rule out other speaker manufacturers either. Take your time and audtion other brands. If for no other reason than to solidify your choice of the "Klipsch sound". Good luck in your quest. Tom ---------------- Tom, I appreciate the feedback. There will be upholstered furniture in that room, (pit group, extra-large chair, etc.). I'm also looking at the Reference series products. They may be more suitable for the "wall unit" that's going to house the Fronts and Center. The more I read, the more my interest changes to alternative models. I've always been a Heritage fan, but I'm beginning to consider the Reference line for modular fit into my environment. Thanks for you input. Texican58

Done. Shoot me an email when you have a moment. I'll make arrangements for funds and pickup immediately. Thanks. texican58

did you sell these yet? If not, i'm interested. texican58

Oliver, I live in Houston. I'm creating an HT system from scratch. I'm very interested in all-things-Klipsch and your Cornwalls. Have you decided on a price? texican58

The budget is $2000 for the speakers and the AVR. I've been monitoring the Heresy speakers on ebay...and often you can pick up a pair for $350-$500/pr. 2 pr of Heresys ($1000), and another $500-$600 for the AVR. I have the remaining components, DVD, gaming station, etc. If I go "bookshelf-style", I will be mounting the back (surround) speakers 7' from the floor on brackets/shelves in the corners of the room. If Heresys, I'll place them on pillar stands @ 4' off the floor (same corners). My other concern....we're putting a hardwood floor in that room, so I'll probably need to investigate bass traps and acoustic devices to reduce/elimate bounce. I will also be adding a large 12'x15' rug in the middle of the room. your advice? texican58

Thanks Born2Rock. Sounds like you're also a Heresy proponent. texican58

Forum members, Great input on this site. I've been a Klipsch fan since 1980. Unfortunately - never took the plunge and purchased. That's changing NOW. I'm in the midst of renovating my Great Room (15'w x 25'l x 18'h). Seating will be 11'-12' from new Samsung HL-P6163W HDTV monitor in a 10'w wall unit/cabinet (on short wall). I want to mount my front, left, and right speakers within this wall unit, and place equivalent speakers on the opposite end of the room. I will be sitting directly in the middle of the room/rectangle. My brother has had multiple Klipsch models (Quartets, Belle's, Fortes, LaScalas, Khorns, Heresy's), and that's where I got the fever. I'm shopping for Klipsch speakers and I've been targeting Heresys. Does any of the new stuff measure up to the famed Klipsch quality that hooked me originally? I've been seeing information on RBs, RCs, RFs, reference, pro, bookshelves, etc. What I want is intense sound, fine detail, sharpness, clarity, and punch. Loud or soft, I want it clean and crisp. My target is a 5.1 speaker configuration, but a 7.1 AVR for a dual-zoned listening configuration. So, for you experienced HT gurus, what say you when comparing Heresys to the new stuff (RFs, RBs, etc.) Do I go old or new? Will I get the same legendary sound from the new stuff that I've heard from the Heresys? Any input is appreciated, especially from accomplished audiophiles. P.S. I'm evaluating Receivers also. From what I've read, I need to investigate the Marantz, Pioneer, Rotel, and Denon offerings. thx in advance... texican58

I don't know what you're asking for the whole set (RF20s and 30s), but I'm interested in purchasing all of them from you. The catch? I'm in Texas. Driving there to pick them up is out of the question. I'm assuming that they're too heavy for you to deliver to the neighborhood UPS store to have them boxed correctly and shipped. It's that's a viable option, we should discuss this further. texican58