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    Weight of a Lascala speaker?

    in General Klipsch Info

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    "two guys can easily move the, the back is exposed just above the bass bin, place one hand there and the other inside of the bass horn, below the squawker horn."

     

    +1

     

    A K43 adds about 6lbs over a standard LS, maybe 130lbs.

     

    The LSI with fiberglass, aluminum trim, and the K43 will be about 150lbs.

     

    I used to handle a pair of LSI with fiberglass, aluminum trim, and the K43. Their call-out for packing in the bus was "the BBMF's". Do not yell out for "the BBMF's" when taking them down the fire-escape from a third-floor bar called "So's Your Mother" at 3AM where the bar's address is on MLK Parkway.

    Thats funny!  Not PC maybe , but funny.... :)

    WTB: Cornwall's in nice condition. Chicago Area

    in Garage Sale

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    Mark,

     

    Just a bit of advice due to some recent knowledge that I gained. I run klipsch quartets (very similar to forte's) and love them. My dad loves them too. So much that he wanted me to search for a pair. I finally found a set up in the suburbs of Chicago for 300 along with a center channel speaker. I went and bought them, and brought them over to my dads. Before we brought them over to my dad's we hooked them up in my house and did A and B testing between his and mine. They're identical except for I have the upgraded Crite's tweeters.

     

    They sounded the same, more or less. Both very good. However, after installing them in his house he gets very little bass out of them. I have a normal room which opens up into a larger room, but only the 8 foot ceilings. He has cathedral ceilings in his room. In addition to that though, he's using a newer Denon AVR. He was having issues with the lackluster bass he was getting out of them. So anyway I brought over an extra vintage Marantz and we hooked that up and it made a world of difference. I notice the same things with my RF3-II's that are hooked up to my Denon AVR for movies. The amp doesn't have the lower end extension that other amps do. I don't think it's the vintage, I just think maybe it's the way the amp was made. A more modern stereo amp may have the same better bass. 

     

    I only say this as a word of caution. I live in Rockford too, so if you ever would like to try the quartets out in your room with your amp, I am not opposed to bringing them over someday, if that interests you. Rooms and amps play a big difference in the sound you'll get, so I'm just giving a word of advice when it comes to listening to a pair of speakers somewhere, it may not sound the same at your place. 

     

    Thanks,

     

    Matt

    Hi Matt,

     

    Thank your for sharing what you learned with your Dad's set up.  I moved recently so my AV system (Denon AVR 2802, Klipsch SF-2 Fronts, KSW-12 sub, SC-1 Ctr) had been in boxes for about five months during the move.  So I hadn't heard the system in a long time.  When I set it up again I was surprised how poor I thought it sounded. The SF-2s sounded muddy and muffled with very little bass.  Once I hooked up the sub the bass was better but still disappointing overall.  I set up an old pair of Infinity Studio Monitor 80's bookshelf speakers and there was a night and day difference--they are clear and crisp, albeit without alot of bass either.  I did quite a bit of tweaking with the tone controls and couldn't do much to improve the sound of the SF-2s.  I also have a nice Sansui AUG77XII receiver from the 80's.  I hooked it up A/B to the Klipsch set and the Infinity set and it was the same scenario.

     

    With the whole system set up, including the center channel, the Klipsch system is ok but definitely not great.  i know it wasn't a high end set up when I got it.  Maybe it is the Denon/speaker combo.  I was at a friend's and he has a pair of Heresy's and they were crystal clear again.  I have been reading how important the amp/speaker combo is.  Maybe that's my issue here.  At any rate, I've got a great room and just want to enjoy music in it, thus all the questions.  I appreciate all the good input and advice.  It sounds like there are many great Klipsch speaker combinations out there.  And thank you for offering to let me hear your quartets at my place.  I had another member offer to let me come over to his place to hear his speakers to listen to the differences--much appreciated!

    WTB: Cornwall's in nice condition. Chicago Area

    in Garage Sale

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    Add to your list of potential speakers, the Forte II's and Rf-7's.  I don't think I'd use your sub with any of these speakers though.  It would be the weak link.

     

    CECAA850,

     

    Thanks for the recommendations.  My current sub is a KSW-12 thats part of a 5.1 system that I'm trying to upgrade from.  What unit would you recommend that you like better?

    WTB: Cornwall's in nice condition. Chicago Area

    in Garage Sale

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    Keep in mind that the Cornwall vaults are probably still out there somewhere. If you strike a deal with a forum member who's far away (like South Carolina), the vaults will ensure their safe arrival.

     

    Jeff

    Jeff,

    I don't know what you mean by Cornwall vault?  Thx.

     

    The vaults are specifically designed shipping boxes for Cornwalls. With your 2k price search, I would think La Scalas or even Khorns could be found. You need the help of Opusk2k9, a member here who is "The Man" when it comes to Klipsch speaker acquirements! Good luck.

     

    Ceptorman,

     

    I did get in contact with Opusk2k9.  He has shared some good info/advice.  The search continues.  Thanks!

    WTB: Cornwall's in nice condition. Chicago Area

    in Garage Sale

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    For that kind of money, you should be able to find a great pair close by. One of the forum members might let go a nice pair for that money. I'll keep a look out, but you should try search tempest. Google it and put in your zip code.

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    I'll try Search Tempest.  I'd like to stay as far below max budget as I can but am willing to pay a fair value.  I'm planning to keep them a long time.  Thank you again!

    WTB: Cornwall's in nice condition. Chicago Area

    in Garage Sale

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    The Cornwalls will rock, but many here will point you to the Chorus II that has a much tighter bass. Not Heritage exactly but close to it. They can fill a room, too.

    With that kinda space, you might look into some other options like the K-horns or Scalas. For me, they need an added subwoofer.

    Some other things to consider is your budget and how far you're willing to travel. Some guys around here go cross country!

    Welcome to the Forums!

    Thanks Mr. C.  I haven't heard the Chorus I or II in person but see they are popular among forum members.  They could be an option for me. I'd like to hear them in person.  I would love to have some K-Horns but the living room in my house doesn't have two suitable corners so I think they are out.  I would also consider La Scalas.  I have a powered Klipsch KSW-12 subwoofer with my current system that I could use with them I think.   As i watch the various on-line sites I'm looking for all of the above. I'm looking for a pair in nice shape and would like to stay under $2k.  As for travel distance, the closer the better but 200-300 mi. from Chicago isn't out of the question.  Thank you for your advice--I appreciate it!

    WTB: Cornwall's in nice condition. Chicago Area

    in Garage Sale

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    I'm looking for fairly priced pair of Cornwalls or perhaps similar.  I haven't had too much look searching CL, Audiogon, etc.  I saw reference to Klipsch community and thought I'd drop in and ask for some advice and perhaps leads.  I moved recently into a house with a 32' X 34' main living room with a 24' high ceiling, so a pretty big room.   I'm running a Denon AVR 2802 that does 90w x 6 channels or 135w x 2 channel. For speakers I'm using a more recent Klipsch surround sound system which does ok with movies but isn't cutting it with music.  I was knocked out when I heard some friends KHorns and LaScalas.  My roomate had Heresy's back in school and I loved the sound of those too. I'm interested is a pair speakers from the heritage line to replace my surround sound set up. They have to be able to fill up the room.  And honestly I'm more of a rock/classic rock guy than a classical guy.  I'd appreciate any advice or leads.  Thank you.

     

    Mark

    Rockford, IL

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