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Belle Klipsch for sale in Arlington Heights, IL. I have no affiliation with this sale. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Klipsch-Belle-Speakers-/232245893627?hash=item3612ef19fb:g:1sYAAOSw4CFYqeNH hornlover60

Cornwall II for sale in Craigs List for $850.00 in Oiled oak. I am not affiliated with this sale. http://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/ele/5980691525.html hornlover60

USNRET, The Belles are gorgeous. What veneer was used on them? GLWS, hornlover60

Forum Experts, I am the owner of a set of original Belle Klipsch speakers. Does anyone have recommendations for improvement of the speaker components or cross over networks? The oiled oak veneer is fairly beat up. Do you have recommendations on veneer sourcing? I was thinking of using a walnut veneer followed by several coats of polyurethane. Thank you in advance, hornlover60

Can anyone help me determine what this unit is worth? It is solid state from the 70's, works beautifully with owners manual. Thank you, hornlover60

To USNRET, JASON STR, RYANM84, and MUEL , Thank you for your responses. I appreciate your information. I apologize for not responding in a more timely fashion. Sincerely, Hornlover60

Klipsch woodworkers, Does any one have experience re-veneering a set of Belles? They are clad in beat up oiled oak. I need your experience before I undertake this project. I am also planning on replacing the black frayed grill cloth. I was thinking of using walnut, any other suggestions? How much veneer would I need, and suggested suppliers. Any suggestions would greatly be appreciated. Thank you in advance. Kind regards, Hornlover60

Today, I scored a set of Bells in oiled oak. Can anyone tell me when they were made? S/N BKOO17-9904001 and BKOO17-9904002. They have AB2 crossovers, speakers are stock. How good of a crossover is an AB2? Should I seriously consider replacing or installing new caps from B. Crites? The construction appears to be plywood and MDF? Please correct me about the construction, whether it is plywood and/or MDF. Thank you to all who answer in advance. hornlover60

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I am looking to purchase LS 1 speakers in the Chicago area. If you have some for sale please let me know. Thanks, hornlover60

To: Willland, duder1982, jhoak, and toolz Thank you for your input on my question. The belles I wanted to buy were sold before I could see them. Thanks again, hornlover60

Does anyone have experience veneering belles? Can the top hat be removed from the base cabinet? Is the grill cloth easily removed for veneering? Thank you in advance, hornlover60

Audiophiles, I need your input and knowledge. I have a chance to purchase La Scalas with Crites cast bass, tweeter and crossovers. They physically look beat up and are stored in a barn. Or I could purchase a pair of original La Scalas that are more attractive to the eye and are stock for the same amount of money. As far as the Crites modified La Scalas go, has anyone made these modifications and how happy are you with them? Or should I look into ALK modifications for crossovers and speakers for the La Scalas? Any input you could offer would greatly be appreciated. Thank you in advance, hornlover60

John Chi-Town, Midwest Audio in the NW burbs repairs equipment. They are located near Algonquin Rd and Golf. I only had one experience with them repairing a Crown preamp. Be prepared for a lengthy wait before repairs are made. Good luck on your repairs, Hornlover60

To all that responded to my inquiry about belles verses la scalas. Thank you for your information. Due to the significant cost difference, I am leaning towards purchasing la scalas. My next question would be about updating crossovers. Any suggestions as to just replacing the capacitors from BEC or going with a different crossover from ALK? Thanks in advance, hornlover60

I am somewhat undecided on what to purchase a set of used belles or la scalas for 2 channel use. I do not have room for K-horns. For classical, and light rock, which speaker has better response. I have read about low bass response with la scalas, and the need for an additional sub. Speakers would be driven with Crown solid state amp and preamp. Please give me your input. Thanks in advance, hornlover60

Mustang Guy, Thank you for your response. Hornlover60

Speakerfritz, Thank you for your response. Hornlover60

Hello all, I need to make grills for a pair of La Scala speakers. I will attach them to the speakers with velcro. Any suggestions on the material for the grill frame? Thanks in advance, hornlover60

speakerfritz, Thank you for your quick answer. I am very happy they are plywood instead of MDF. hornlover60

Klipsch fans, Sorry for the dual posting. hornlover60

Klipsch fans, What year were Belles s/n 4Y783 and 4Y782 manufactured? I am hoping they are made of plywood rather that MDF. Can anyone shed light on which is better, plywood or MDF? Thanks in advance, hornlover60

Klipsch Community, If I can obtain the Belle's I will contact BEC for his recommendations. Thank you for your comments. hornlover60

Klipsch fans, Can anyone comment on 1990's Belle Klipsch speakers with AB-2 crossovers? How does this crossover rate against other crossovers on Belle Klipsch speakers? Are they worth keeping or should I consider replacement with crossovers from Crites? Thanks in advance, Hornlover60