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I think I'm going to try the Phantom center sound created by turning the Quartets first and see what kind of sound I get out of that. Find a receiver with inputs with the possibility of adding a center speaker or sub, and go from there. I do want to add some speaker stands too, which I'll look for. Still, any favorite receivers that anyone would recommend? I have read about Harman Kardon and Denon a lot, but I'm no expert. And how many watts should I have as a minimum. I assume there is no maximum

With a room 12' wide I like that Idea, it puts more sound in the Quartets than using a center which if not a good match or equal it's like going backwards. As far as what receiver it would depend on what your looking to connect. If your not going to use rear speakers you could go with a stereo receiver that has connections for what you want. I would be sure to get something with a sub output, to me a sub would make a bigger improvement than a center channel. I understand based on being a good match , the Academy is probably the best idea. Does anyone else think the KLF-C7 would be a good match? Agree or disagree? I've always wondered about turning the speakers like that. I can't say I understand everything written in the article that was attached, but I do understand the concept and that it would work pretty well in a room that's only 12 feet wide like I have. And, no, I don't plan on putting up rear speakers. I'm thinking a stereo receiver that has a sub connection just in case I want to add that. Also, in the article, it said having the speakers at ear level is important, and as I'm sure you guys know, they Quartets aren't , so I need to find some stand. Is there any need to find Klipsch stands or anything specific about stands I need to know? I appreciate all the input!

Oldtimer, golf is already hell on earth sometimes Wondering if some of the newer Klipsch center speakers will work as well as an Academy .

I have two Klipsch Quartets, purchased in 1991, that I was going to sell, but, in another forum on here, I was told they could be great for a home entertainment center paired with a center speaker (Academy recommended for center speaker) and a good receiver. The room I have the TV (a 60" Samsung Smart TV) is 12 feet wide 8 foot ceilings, and I'll be sitting about 11 feet away )the room is 15 feet deep). The Academy was recommended as a companion center piece for the Quartets, but is there another Klipsch center speaker option? Academys are few and far between online, and some of the are in pretty bad shape. The point of selling the Quartets in the first place was to use the money to buy a home entertainment center, but it seems like I won't get enough from selling them to get a really good system., so adding a center speaker and a good receiver and use the system for TV *and* music. Any help or input anyone can give would be appreciated!

I'm looking for an Academy per the recommendation from a forum member here. Found a pair on Craigslist fro $150, but they were gone in two days! Three on eBay, from $180 to $310, the $180 pretty nicked up, but all black and I'd like walnut, but could live with black. Thanks for the input on 2 speakers needing only a 2 channel receiver, but I hope to add an Academy if I can find one. Seems from initial research that Harman Kardon is a popular choice, but I'm just scratching the surface. I'm relearning all of this, ex-wives and ex-girlfriends have kept me from listening to good music on a good system!

John Chi-Town, I have the original receipt from the Home Entertainment store in Houston, TX. $944 for the pair, $1021 with tax. So what is a good receiver recommendation? I was thinking Harman-Kardon, but I know there are many choices.

Thanks for all the input guys (I'm assuming all guys). TigerwoodKhorns , you have probably the best idea. Looks like $400 or so is what I can expect, so I need to price a receiver (need one anyway) and go listen to some home entertainment centers in the $400 price range. I think you have given me the answer in advance, that I won't be able to get anything in that price range that will sound better than the Quartets hooked up to the TV. And I appreciate the suggestion about the Academy for a matching center. That sounds like the best way to go, so let me get checking. I don't know the slang, so what's "mod" or "modding"? I'm guessing modernizing them in some fashion.

I"m putting this in "Garage Sale", but it could / should go in another forum area, but I thought I'd start here. I've got a pair of walnut oiled Klipsche Quartet speakers from 1991. I still have the original paperwork from when I bought them here in Houston. I got married in 2001, and the wife didn't like them. So did the next girlfriend I lived with for ten years (maybe this is one reason they are in the past???) I have kept them inside, room temp, and have had them stored in an old pine armoire for the past ten years. Broke up with gf, moved into townhome, and bought a 60" Smart TV, Samsung. Still putting things away and put up and cleaning up my life. So I thought about selling them and buying a home entertainment system. BUT, I started reading, and now I'm wondering if I should buy a reciever and hook them up to that instead , and use that as my home entertainment sound. I guess more pertinent to this forum is what are they worth? The original cost, plus tax was $1050 for the pair. I won't bother posting pictures, because the are in excellent condition, and I oiled the wood before I stored them, so they look practically brand new. I have NOT hooked them up yet, as I do need a receiver for that. I have them listed for $700 on Craigslist , and on eBay at a starting bid for $799, Buy It Now for $1200 ( I think). First, is my price in the ballpark? Are 23 year old speakers like these worth keeping? Is my idea of buying a receiver and hooking them up to the TV the best answer? Do I need additional hardware besides the two speakers,or will the two quartets make me happy? I know someone may want to convince me to sell them these at a good deal, but I hope everyone can put aside their desire for a good deal to give me some honest answers And, which section should I cross post this on the forum? Thanks for any and all input. I haven't heard them in about 15 years, and, if I did, I might hug them for life, but I wanted some experienced viewpoints. Thanks!