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    Belle Klipsch

    in Technical/Restorations

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    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

    Re-veneering Belles

    in Technical/Restorations

    Posted

    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

    Scored "Belles Oiled Oak"

    in Technical/Restorations

    Posted

    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

    La Scala Speakers

    in Technical/Restorations

    Posted

    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

    Two Channel Experts

    in 2-Channel Home Audio

    Posted

    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

    Two Channel Experts

    in 2-Channel Home Audio

    Posted

    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

    Belle Klipsch w/AB2 Crossover

    in Technical/Restorations

    Posted

    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

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