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Gotcha! I was thinking you didn't like the year more so because of age and I didn't consider the crossover type. But even so, crossovers are easy to change out and finding the right Khorn nearby isn't always the easiest thing to do. I do understand the condition doesn't make this the "right Khorn" for many, so completely understand your point of view. Thanks for clearing that up.

Wow! I just found a CAV-150 for $1000. I think these typicality run around $1500 used. For reference, the CAV-75 usually sell for around $800 used. If everything is in operating condition, you won't regret getting this amp. http://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649395288-classe-cav150-6-channels-150-wattschannel-bridgeable/images/1709672/

Classé Audio CAV-75 -- a multi-channel amp that can be bridged / configured to 3, 4, 5, or 6 channels. Classé makes very smooth solid-state amps that sound great on Heritage. Power output is 75 watts in unbridged, or 150 watts in bridged mode. If you need more power (and you don't with Klipsch), there is also the CAV-150.

There's no reason to avoid 1986 Klipschorns based on the year of manufacture.

If you had no heat your biggest worry should be frozen pipes. That will damage your speakers instead of the cold (if the pipes thaw when you are not there and flood your place).

Width is about the same, 904s are about 2 inches deeper and with the top horn, about 15" taller. Keep in mind that these speakers were made for movie theaters and intended to go behind a screen. As such, stock crossovers are going to be tuned to have a slightly higher output in the upper frequencies to account for the screen. I'm not sure by how much but you can probably do a search to find the exact amount. If you don't plan on putting them behind a screen with similar acoustic properties, you can either get new crossovers made (talk to Crites) or dial them down with an equalizer or tone controls. Of course another simple solution would be to get some of that screen material and just place it in front of the 510 horns (build yourself some grills). $850 for a pair is a heckuva price assuming everything is in working order.

$500 for both? That's a great price! Look to be in nice condition too!

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Go to "profile" from drop down menu under your username/avatar in the upper right hand corner. From there, click on the "edit profile" button, also in the upper right hand corner but below your username/avatar. Nice find by the way!

For reference, I owned a couple pairs of Forte Is, both in oiled walnut with black grills. I sold one pair back around 2013 and the other in 2014. The first pair I sold for $450 and I thought that was a bit too low so I sold the next pair for $500. They were not perfect, but were very presentable with only small/minor flaws -- the kind that are only noticeable when you are up close (such as when applying oil). In both cases, it did take a little while to sell despite being in a large city.

You can tell they are version 1 from the mid-horn. I see some damage on the base of one and that's not a very good photo. Price would depend on condition.

For reference, when I was looking at the 100x3 just a few years ago, the used prices were in the $300 and up range if I remember correctly, so $155 is a fantastic price if it is in good shape.

Wow, you hit the Jackpot my friend! Some have tolerant wives/girlfriends but it's probably pretty rare for the woman to be the one owning big Klipsch! Sounds like you have just discovered what many of us here have already known -- congratulations, you are in a select group of people. It's my belief that many "audiophools" of the world won't allow themselves to come across this discovery because they have their nose in the air won't even give these speakers an honest listen. Get some quality electronics in front of those speakers and your experience will only get better.

Although I have not heard them personnally, I would also suggest looking into the Acurus 3 channel amps. They also made a 100W/channel amp at the lower price point which will be plenty to drive your speakers. Value-wise, it might be tough to beat the Acurus. If you would be interested in getting another very nice multi-channel amp, you can get into the true "High-End" with the Classé Audio CAV-75. These will tend to be closer to the $1000 price point used but are extremely nice (I own two of these) -- very smooth solid state amps. When I was looking for multi-channel amps, I considered the Acurus but ended up holding out for what I really wanted -- Classé. I had owned this brand before and was very impressed with their performance on the very revealing Heritage speakers. They are 75W/channel but can be bridged to 150W/channel and are configurable to 6, 5, 4, or 3 channels. Classé also made a more powerful CAV-150 but those will be above $1000 used. They came in three different faceplates.

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Wow! Very nice!

P.S. Post photos and your location here -- you'll probably be able to sell them to someone on this forum. See the Garage Sale section.

Additionally, the "B" in KB-WL stands for "B-Style" Klipschorn. The B-Style indicates it has the riser between the bass bin and the top hat. There were three styles available -- B, C, and D. B is the highest in the lineup and would've been more expensive than the others.

Sounds like the will likely be taken but I'll go ahead and take a place in line. I'd have some questions on size and weight but those will only be important if they make it to me.

All Klipschorns work best either in a corner or with false corners. The sealed backs of a 60th Anniversary alone are not enough to take full advantage of a the bass horn's lowest frequencies. If you want to know what a Klipschorn should look like when corners or false corners are not available, look at the Klipsch TSCM.

Would you consider selling just the wooden case? Note: My inquiry is out there in case there is anyone that may not be interested in the wooden case that would prefer a lower-priced preamp!

Keep in mind, even with enclosed backs, Klipschorns still need 48" of wall length in order to reproduce to the lowest frequencies -- the walls make up the last section of the bass horn. If you don't have good corners or aren't able to build false walls, the other options may end up being better for you.

I've owned the Cornwall I and they are awesome! I've also owned Cornwall II and don't find much difference between the two, so I don't consider the Cornwall I to be inferior. Price is high for used Cornwalls, but if you had them professionally refinished with that veneer (and from the photos, the work appears to be of high quality), plus the Crites crossovers, you might end up in the same price neighborhood. Of course, everyone has to decide what price works for them, but these are certainly attractive. I actually kinda like the "book matching" finish as it gives some symmetry.

Keep in mind, part of the function is staying connected. There are some banana plugs that will fit loose and this is where the locking plugs can really help. Depending on the situation, a loose speaker cable can cause $$$ in damages.