I may not be correct about that, Marvel. Maybe that was just because Klipsch started offering more mainstream products. Anyway, I think I will go pick these up tomorrow. I know that these are speakers that folks either love or hate with passion. I hope I am one of the former,.and that I enjoy them as much as I have the Quartets. One thing is for sure, they are a lot more sensitive than the Quartets, so I will probably have to find a suitable amp