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avguytx - I'll see what the Quartets sound like, and if I don't like how they set up to make the passive work, I'll know that the Heresy III is my best next option. Although, I do hope the Quartets sound good enough to keep in the system for a while since I'm going to the trouble of bringing them home. It will be a fun experiment.
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Willand and Peter - thanks for taking the time to weigh in. I'll start with the Quartets and see how they do - may refresh the caps if they are original before making any judgements. There's something telling me that the Heresy III in my space might be killer. They are low enough to the ground to be ok with the other family members, and I think there might be some room gain for the low end that will make them punchy but tight.
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Hello - I'm wanting to experiment with some smaller Klipsch after having Altec A7, split Altec 210, and other beasts in my small (8X14X9-high) room. To be clear, all of these very large speakers sounded great, but they were just to dominant. I've toyed with La Scalas, but their footprint is still too big for what is acceptable. I have my equipment on the front wall, and I need speakers that will allow me to access the wall racks and put on an LP... I use a Tortuga-based "preamp" and a Lance Cochrane PP 6AQ5 amp.
I'm about to purchase a set of Quartets from a member in Chicago, but I'm also looking to compare the Quartets with a modern Klipsch. Based on my room size, what experiences do you have that might have me lean toward a Heresy III or Forte III? I'm looking for good impact when played at a low level and a good match with my Cochrane amp. I can't quite put the Heresies in the corners due to the front wall of equipment, but they can be placed near the corners and angled in. I don't have any issues with any of the speakers coming out up to 30" from the front wall.
I also generally play at a high volume, but on occasion, I don't mind letting it rip with some Black Keys or Alabama Shakes. Next up I'm playing Dexter Calling and after that it might be a string quartet.
Your feedback is very much appreciated! Thanks in advance.
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Hi Zimbida,
I'm in a discussion with another member in the Chicago area regarding some Quartets. I'll be coming to Axpona, and I wonder if these are still available.
Thanks,
Michael
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Hi Jeff,
That's disappointing timing... Do you have any experience/observations regarding the I, II, or III designation of the CW? What would a good price be for a pair of CW III? I will keep you and your La Scalas in mind as I hear some of the other possibilities. I don't make it over to Milwaukee too often, but I will take you up on your offer for a visit if I'm headed that way.Regards,Michael -
DrWho - Thanks for the post. I have read a few of your posts with interest. I work at the Univ. of Wisconsin at La Crosse as a technical supervisor for our student center. I usually have about 7-9 students on my staff to do events in the center and around campus. It sounds like you are one of the students I would love to find when I advertise to get new staff... My sister lives in Indianapolis, and it wouldn't be much of a stretch to get down there for the hornfest you alluded to. Do you have a date on that?
The La Scala setup sounds great, but I'm pretty set on only two boxes given my 8' X 14' limitation. I should try to hear both a vintage Cornwall and a current III to see if the extra $ would be worth it.
Regards,
Michael
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I'm in Jamaica doing a service trip with some university students from Jan. 6-14. Do you have any ideas on the timing of your gathering? It sounds like something not to be missed! Thanks to everyone chiming in so far... Based on a lot of reading in this forum and the replies to my question, it sounds like Cornwalls may be the answer. I don't have to worry about a passive radiator being too close to the back wall, and from what I have read, the CWs don't need to be away from the side walls. My room is situated so that the speakers have to go against the short wall. I have tried the long wall, and there is a null in certain bass frequencies that dips as low 15-20 db below the 1K reference point!
I like my Triangle Altea ESW quite a bit, but I'm getting excited to come back to some horn loaded speakers. -
Sheltie Dave,Thanks for the reply.The 210s were split in half with a plywood side added to each half. The port was cut off leaving dimensions of 18" wide, 42" deep, and about 66" tall. The depth was the real killer. Have you heard the Cornwalls too? If there is anyone with Fortes or Cornwalls in the upper-midwest, (I'm in La Crosse, WI) I would love to hear what they do in your setup. I would be interested in talking with anyone in the region who has any of the heritage line for sale...
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You like the new over the vintage models?
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Hello all. I just joined the forum, and this is my first post. After living with many different speakers in my small but excellent sounding sunroom, I have decided to welcome some model from the Klipsch Heritage line into my audio life. I have had modified Altec 210 boxes w 311-90 horns and Altec A7s in this room, and the sound was great, but the size (with the 210 boxes) was too much. I realize that La Scalas are smaller than A7s, so that could be a possibility. I should also mention that the long wall that opens into the living room was cut out for French doors, so it's about 5' wide. Ceiling height is 9'.
I have a Scott 222(A) and a Sam Kim modified Heathkit AA151 on the way. I utilize my 1,300 CDs via exteral harddrives and my iMac through an M-Audio Audiophile DAC. I also watch movies through this system in addition to some electronica, Yellow, etc. My main listening revolves around blues, jazz (quartet), female vocalists, and 80s - current rock.
Given my use and musical preferences (price isn't a big factor), what Heritage Klipsch do you think I should consider? I will consider anything from the Heresey up through the La Scala. Maybe a Chorus or Forte too... Thanks in advance for your thoughts.
Very Small Room: Quartet, Heresy III, or Forte III
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WMcD - thanks for the writeup on your experiences. I'm really looking forward to getting these in the house. No furniture between the speakers and couch. The distance between the front of the speaker and the listening position will be about 9', so that should be enough distance for the drivers to converge - might need a slight angle. I'll have to post some photos once they are installed.
JohnA - thanks for your positive post. Years ago I heard a used pair of these in a local showroom, before it closed..., and they sounded amazing in the mid-size room with my 2 watt "sex" amp from Bottlehead. I don't know why I didn't pick them up, but I wish I had. The most exciting part will be hooking up my recently acquired Lance Cochrane tube amp. He has quite an underground reputation, and after hearing a few of his amps, it's well deserved. It's about 12 or so watts of liquid music - should be an excellent match.