JoeRiff

What grit sandpaper are you using? I wouldn't go with anything coarser than 220 grit to start out with and then probably switch over to about a 400 grit or so. Block sand straight back and forth with the grain in long strokes and you should be seeing less rather than more scratches. You also do not want to push down on the sanding block with any more than a light, steady pressure. Let the sandpaper do the work, otherwise you could be gouging the wood if you press down with too much force.

The floor is solid concrete, so I presume that would not be a problem as far as bouncy goes. There are a few 160 s on ebay right now that I'm watching, but it looks like it may be more money than I'm looking to spend. There seems to be an overwhelming amount of Technics models out there and not very much info on the differences. I've been trying to do research with little luck. Most of them seem to be decent quality though.

You have to bear in mind that I am very ignorant on Thorens TT's. How does the TD-160 rate? From what I found it is a larger version of the TD-165 with some differently designed and beefier parts. I'm still not sure if a Thorens would be the way to go as they seem to be more maintenance intensive and I am using this in a partially finished basement, but I'm keeping my options open.

Thanks for the suggestions guys. I didn't know that a used Thorens could be had in that price range. I'll have to keep my eyes peeled. I've noticed a lot of auctions where they seller says that it, "Worked the last time I hooked it up years ago." However, the seller doesn't know if it still plays now, just that the lights come on and that the platter spins. They also will not guarantee that is works now. There is a pretty nice Marantz on Craigslist for $150 in my home state and also a Thorens on ebay with this description. I have been very leery of these listings, should I be?

I've been perusing Ebay for cheap used turntables. I’m not looking to spend much more than $100 for a used model. It will see little use and will be hooked up to my secondary basement bar system playing through my Sony receiver and Forte II's. I've been looking at a couple different brands like Technics and Dennon, but I don't have anything particular in mind. Can anyone recommend any specific brands or models considering my price limits? Thanks.

Yes, these guys are right. Pretty much anything other than water-based/acrylic will yellow. It can be had at any Home Depot, Lowe's, hardware store or paint store. Even oil-based white paint will yellow unless exposed to the sunlight.

I'm glad to see we all agree that they sound better than the Khorns. Duck!!!

Yes, well the problem is HE should have put the sheets of veneer in the sun prior to putting them on your speakers. It's kinda late (and very impractical) now. It would have probably taken a few weeks (probably longer) in direct sunlight minimum. I've used an indoor window sill or table placed under the window for larger peices with excellent results. I'm also not sure if the color change will be even harder to impose now that they are finished. I've only used this method on bare veneer, and most finishes will block some of the suns rays.

Yes, Walnut changes color in the sunlight. It will become less grey/black and more red/brown with exposure to UV rays. I'm not certain how Klipsch gets their Walnut so brown from the get-go, but a few months in the sun can give you the same effect. I learned this when I was trying (and failing) to match some replacement Walnut edgebanding to the existing Walnut on my Belles. Everything I could find on the market looked way to grey, so I finally found a venner shop that gave me the answer I was looking for. A few months in the window exposed to direct sunlight, and I had a perfect match.

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No worries about the projector, Steve. If that was my biggest complaint, then you know things were well done. We were there for the sound anyway. I could have sat in that room all day listening to DVD's.

I just remember Trey finally pulling the winner and saying, "It starts with a B." I looked over at my dad half-jokingly. Then <?xml:namespace prefix = st1 ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags" />Troy read off my Dad's name and it was just like a dream at that point. The next morning when I woke up I was seriously questioning myself if it really happened. It still doesn't seem like it really happened even today. It probably won't sink in until he has them, and even then it's going to seem unbelievable.<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> One thing's for sure, when he gets the Jubes set-up I'll be visiting often (probably more often than he would like). Once again, thank you very much Roy, Trey, Michael (if you ever need any more speakers picked up in Michigan let me know) and to everyone at Klipsch.

I too was really impressed by the in-wall speakers. I honestly didn't expect much from them, but they really sounded like full size speakers with complete full range bass. I would consider them in the future for sure. <?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> I was also really impressed with the HT room set-up with the Cornwall III's. The KPT-8001 rear surrounds really sounded great with the Heritage. I was also most intrigued with prototype "center channel speaker stand". I really hope Klipsch decides to produce this as it would be the final answer for Heritage users in need of the perfect "center channel speaker stand". The only disappointment in the room was that the color calibration was way off on the projector, but the sound was phenomenal and more than made up for it. Overall, I was very impressed with the entire event and most impressed with the level of commitment Klipsch and its employees have to their customers. P.S. Congrats on the 60th Anniversary Khorns, speakerfritz.

I own both Forte II's and Belles. My dad owns Khorns and I have heard <?xml:namespace prefix = st1 ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags" />Cornwall I and II.<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> I agree with most of what these guys have posted. I may be in the minority here, but I prefer the Belle's tight, snappy crisp horn loaded bass as opposed to the Forte and Cornwalls deeper, albeit looser direct radiator bass. Each Heritage speaker has a role it does better than others, but you can't lose with any of them. As far as music goes, I don't really miss any bass through my Belles in a 2 way set up. If you listen to Electronic, Rap/Hip Hop, Heavy Metal, full range symphonic music, or pipe organs you will miss out on the lowest bass. If you don't listen to that type of music regularly, you really don't miss out. If you listen to low-bass heavy music often, you will want to get a sub-woofer. If you're going for a home theater set up, you will want a sub woofer to run with your Belle's for sure. I would want a sub-woofer with any speaker for home theater, though. This includes the Khorn and Cornwall. In summary, I would buy the Belle especially if the price is right. You're going to have a hard time finding speakers with higher efficiency, better dynamics, and lower distortion. The sound stage is also large and live. You will not be disappointed.

I agree, Nak is top shelf equipement. I had a chance to buy one used about 6 months ago from the guy I bought my power amp from. I can't remember the model, but they go for about $450 - $500 on ebay. It was the model below the Dragon. Anyway, my point is, it was the best sounding cassette deck I've ever heard.