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I definitely would be into a pair of Forte IIs. Didn't even consider them until you said it but I think they might be just what I'm looking for. Are they a lot harder to get your hands on than Heresys?

RIght now I am using a "stasis" Nakamichi SR-4a. It's serving me well but definitely not great. I've saved up the money needed for an decent entry level tube amp but want to get my speakers sorted out before I make any moves there. Bubo, your comment about the 83s being designed to be part of a 5.1 setup is also my concern in going with the RB81s. I have a feeling they are meant for the same. Definitely could be wrong on that one though. Thanks for your input everyone, the help is awesome and greatly appreciated.

Are we talking about Heresy IIIs? It seems like my two choices are going reference with the RB81 or Heritage with the Heresy. This is a tough call.

Thanks for the advice everyone. Marvel, that's a great idea. I would worry about that too with the Heresys although I'm itching to try some Heritage speakers. They aren't nearly as tall as the 83s but I would imagine they take up as much space on the floor. Sonically though, do you think they would be a better balance for a room my size?

Definitely not a duty requirement. My fiancee loved the sound coming out of the speakers and thought they were beautiful to look at with the grills off. The room they will be placed in is only 12x12. The way the RF-83s are placed right now I am way to close to the speakers. I listen to a lot of classical music and loved the size of the sound stage with the 83s. I'd love to be able to re-create that feel but in the smaller space. I've looked at the RB81's. They look like a very solid choice.

Good Day Klipschians, Im in need of some sound advice. Its been a year since I bought my RF-83s and I have to say I couldnt be happier. These things are incredible. Ive thrown parties where these babies have pumped out so much bass the neighbor came over because he felt the ground shake and thought something was wrong (admittedly he is close). Ive spent hours listening to Rachmaninoff piano concertos, Beethoven Symphonies and live recordings of bands I havent listened to in years. Unfortunately my fiancée and I have moved and my time with them must come to and end. They are large and my place is not. I would very much like to stay in the Klipsch family and here is where I need some help. What do you guys recommend I do? Do you think a trade might work? If so, for what? I have a number of ideas but want to hear any considerations before I throw in mine. Thank you in advance for any assistance. John

Hey All, Thanks a lot for the quick replies so far. I think I'm going to take the plunge this week!

Hey all, First of hopefully many posts. I'm going for my first (and very entry level) audiophile set up. I listen to a wide range of musical styles from Opera (I'm an opera singer, seriously) to Hip Hop. It's going to be purely for listening to music. No video. Dimensions of the space is approx. 12ft X 30ft In my research this past few weeks I've come up with this as what seems to me a really solid choice for a 2 Channel set up that costs around a grand. RF-62 II's with an Outlaw RR2150 Any one think I'm headed in the right directon? If not, suggestions would be greatly appreciated.