tom b. 57

LOL, thats great. You're too much!

Welcome to the forum I took a look at the Cornwall pics. They seem to be in great condition. The price might be on the high side, but, if you don't have to pay for shipping, you can consider that a cost you won't have to bear. I am not too experienced with the many amps available out there in the secondhand world. I am partial to vintage ss, but I do own one HHScott 299D tube integrated amp that I have grown very fond of. There are many helpful people on this forum who would be more than happy to give suggestions on amps and such. I have benefited from their advice a number of times. I have two pairs of Cornwalls 75' and 73' verticals. I enjoy both pair amongst several other models of Klipsch speakers I own. Tom

dkp mentioned arrogance. I think we could put snobbery and possibly narcissism in the mix. Whats up with all that?

Tom, it has nothing to do with impressiveness or the needs to be impressed. Uselessly audio people just look at the manufacturers labels and brands and are blind to recognize the objectives and methodsThey are juts not accumulate all this audio just accumulate in their rooms without any rational or exercising very primitive judgment that the Industry have made them to embrace. I would say a lot about the simplicity, bordering with stupidity of perception, when audio people learn about others playbacks (the Morons most watch pictures), but I see no need to do it at this forum. The caT I am not just impressed with the amount of electronics or the $ amount that you must have spent on your quest for the finest experience in audio pleasure that you desire,but, I am most impressed with your dedication to this quest. And I believe that your objectives and methods in obtaining the goal that you are after are valid and commendable. Like I stated I am not near as savvy about the audio world as I wished I was, I am just trying to learn as I enjoy the hobby. I like old vintage electronics, partly for the nostalgia and I do genuinely enjoy the sound of some of the older electronics. I am just starting to enjoy tube related products and find attributes of that type of audio enjoyable. Tom

In what I constructed there is nothing absurdish and whatever I do is with my playback is extremely rational and in precisely follows to my listening objectives. Also, I might assure you would not prefer Sound form a little and simple system to the result of my playback. There is a LOT of done in here that you did not experience in audio. Yes, it is very far from the Klipschs level of audio inelegance... Rgs, Romy the Cat Romy the Cat, welcome to the forum. I for one am very impressed with the system you have put together. Never in my wildest dreams would I be able to put together something even remotely close to what you have. I am not very knowledgeable in the field of audio like many others on this forum. I just know what I like when I hear it. There is so much out there in the audio world that I will never be able to experience and It makes me happy to see that someone is able to take things as far as their pocketbook and imagination will allow. I am sure what you have put together sounds magnificent. Again, very impressive! Tom

Well, I got these big beasts home to the garage yesterday evening. One cabinet is in fair shape and the other has a piece broke off of the bottom in the back. They are constructed of mdf except for thr top part that houses the high and mid horns. The fronts are covered with either a very thin veneer or contact paper. I didn't check to see if the front of the bass bin is plywood like the tops or mdf like the rest. I am going to guess mdf. One of the mid horns is loose from the cabinet.and I need to construct a base for the horn and driver to rest on, since that piece is missing. If I have time today I am going to connect one of the crossovers and see what happens. I don't know much of anything about crossovers but these things look kind of cheesy compared to others I have seen in the past. All of the drivers on the horns have no markings, so, I don't know what type they are. I know that they do not resemble the drivers in my Cornwalls at all. I haven't opened up the bass bins to check out the woofers yet. I hope to do that today. If I decide to invest any money in these I will start with the crossovers. I am thinking I could take a drive up to Seattle and visit Speakerlab to find out if they would be willing to either rebuildor make new ones for these things. But first I think I need to find out if the drivers are any good and if the woofers need to be reconed or replaced. This could entail spending more money that I am prepared to. I will cross that bridge when I get to it. Suggestions on testing drivers? Tom

I read all five pages, and I do believe I am sold. I will certainly let you guys know how the acquisition turns out tomorrow. Now, all I have to do is run down that old elusive friend with the pickup truck. I talked with him earlier and he is game for letting me use his truck tomorrow, but, being a confirmed bachelor, he is hard to find on occasion. He still loves to play. Tom

I am located in the Seattle-Tacoma area of Washington. The speakers are about 15 miles north of where I live and I have already checked them out. They are plywood for the most part. When I sit back and think about it, it seems to me that there may have been some mdf incorporated in the cabinets. They are full size replicas of the Klipschorn except for a couple of differences that I picked up on right off the bat. The tweeter horn is mounted along side of the mid-horn and the crossovers have attenuation pots or range controls, so you can adjust the frequency. I can't remember if there was two or three of these controls for each crossover. And yes the mid horn is glued to the motorboard with what looks like black latex caulking. Perhaps it was screwed down at one time and they switched to latex. I don't know. The story I got was that this seller purchased them from a friend several years ago and used them mainly when he threw parties. He did mention that they were played loud and there was plenty of drinking happening at these parties, so, I am thinking they probably got one hell of a work out from time to time. I think I will grab them tomorrow and throw them in the garage for a , hopefully, near future project. I am still sitting on some Cornwall (replica) cabinets that I thought I might use for a diy project. I've been sitting on them for a good year now. I am hoping that I will be more motivated towards the corner horns. Oh, and the seller did advertise them as Speakerlab K's. Tom

I found a pair of Speakerlab Cornerhorns that have been stored for awhile. The crossovers are there but have been removed from the speakers. All of the components are there. The cabinets are in fair shape and one of the mid horns needs to be glued , as it is coming off of the motorboard. It is still mostly attached. One side of it is lifted off the motorboard. The seller only wants $100.00 for the pair. He states that the crossovers need to berebuilt or replaced. They are mine if I want them. I am torn between picking them up and storing them until I have the means to deal with them or just pass on them. I really want Klipschorns, but, I am thinking this might be a way to hold me over for a few years until I can get what I really want. I think the price is preety darned good and if need be, I could sell them for more or sell the parts. I just don't know when I will get to fixing them. I don't have any experience with these so I am not sure if I should jump. Feedback please Tom

I believe the year would be 1976. I'm sure you will enjoy them. http://home.earthlink.net/%7Eivol/klipsch_cornwall/klipsch_date_codes.htm Tom

I have an old 430 that I use in my office/storage room. It is a great little receiver, but, does not hold a candle to your 930, appearance wise. The 930 looks beautiful with that wood case and all. I have my 430 pushing a pair of KG 4.2's. Great combo. What speakers are you going to use with it? Tom My bad. I see you got the Khorns attatched

I also own an HK3480. At the present time I have a pair of Cornwalls hooked up to the A speaker connections for the outside and have a pair of Heresys hooked up to the B speaker connections for the middle. I play them at the same time and they sound fantastic. The Heresy's tend to lend a helping hand with the mids and seem to contribute to the soundstage. I have all four of my speakers lined up in front with the Heresys just a few feet apart on either side of the imaginary center line of the room. Sounds pretty damn good. You can use all four speakers at the same time with no ill consequnce. Tom

No, I'm sorry to say I don't have any of her songs, but if you'd like, I will send you some for Christmas, you can share witht he whole family. Thank you for the offer, but, I think I may have to pass. Although it would be great entertainment during the holiday season. My family might just commit me to an institution for some exstensive examinations of varing types. Tom

That's different. Must be an acquired taste. Do you own many copies of her work? Tom

Congratulations, what a find. I own a pair and a pair of Forte's. I know what you mean about their performance. Enjoy. Tom

Cool looking cassette deck. Too bad you weren't in the Seattle area. I would certainly take that off of your hands. Not that I need another cassette deck, I just like the way this Teac looks. Tom

"One of the main reasons I'm interested in the Trends is because I feel that my HK is getting a little long in the tooth and probably requires some maintenance, which I don't know how to do." I have an HK 430 that I picked up for $10.00 several months ago. It makes a definate hum when it first powers up, but, after that it kicks a**. These are certainly long in the tooth but worth holding on to. I hit all the controls with deoxit and the thing works great. What kind of issues are you experiencing with your 430? Tom

"Never was impressed with Walsh' playing." What planet you from? I believe Joe Walsh is one of rock n roll's all time greats. Right there with anyone else I can think of. You are right when you say he can work a crowd. Tom

Greg, They are beautiful! Fantastic pieces of workmanship! Man, I wish I had your talent. Tom

"I can ask the forum member I sold my 2105 to if he wants to sell his box, to you or if he would consider loaning you his box if you would like. Just let me know and I will be happy to put you in touch. Travis" Travis, thank you for the kind offer. I think I will try to find a good reputable service tech, with experience repairing McIntosh, locally. If I am unable to find someone I am comfortable with, I will most certainly take you up on the offer. I am hoping there is someone in the Seattle-Tacoma area with the qualifications I am looking for. Thank's Again, Tom

I took a drive today to go look at the MC-2105. The thing was sitting on a carpeted cart in all it's glory, WOW! It is beautiful. There is just the slightest bit of bubbling around the headphone jack, which I believe is qiute common, and two small bubbles in the upper right hand corner. Those are the only blemishes I can find on the glass, and for that matter, anywhere else on the thing. All of the chrome is in great shape no pitting or rusting anywhere on the chassis, that I can see. The gold lettering is all intact and the rear of the amp is in superb shape as well. You ave probably already figured out that I have purchased this amp, just by the description I have given. Now all that is left is to get it somewhere to get serviced. I was thinking about shipping it to Terry DeWick, but, I am very nervous about the possibility of it getting banged up during the process. I think I will check with a local authorized McIntosh service rep. and see what kind of advice they come up with. I paid $350.00. Hopefully it won't cost too much to get it up and running to spec. Tom

Led Zeppelin "Dazed and Confused" In fact, I still am! Tom

"How about that price, should I buy?" I paid $220 for mine. They are in fantastic shape. I would not let mine go for less than $500.00, probably $600.00. I think that the price the pawn shop is asking is a very good price. Oh, by the way, mine are light oak also. I love their looks and I think they are the best sounding KG model. I own three different models in the KG line. 4's, 4.2"s, and the 5.5's Tom

The two holes in the one passive radiator are about the size of a pencil lead. They are in the dust cap and are of no consequence. I am in Washington, just south of Seattle. You know I hadn't given that any thought. Maybe they did grow a few crops on top of them. Tom

Opening these puppys up a little bit at the moment with some Wishbone Ash "Live Dates." They sound pretty good. I have been doing some a-b'ing with my Forte's. The Forte II's, of course, sound very similar, but, with a noticeable improvement in the bass. They also seem a tad bit louder at the same volume level. I could not find the SPL rating for the Forte. The SPL rating for the II's is 119db. Does anyone know what the Max Acoustic Output is for the Forte's? Clarity is pretty close to the same. I am not hearing a great deal of difference in the mids as of yet. All I know is that they are a bit ugly, but damn, they sound good. I may have a hard time parting with them, even though they are black and beatup a bit. I think I need a bigger place. Tom