In total respect to the forte 2 speakers . I have done extensive testing. I love my speakers had a driver failure the 12 inch. Went with bob crites drivers. Was very unhappy with the results . Called KLIPSCH and bought the replacement for the forte 2 for less than bobs . The K-28-e installed them in the forte 2 and they sound better than new, they handle the power, and sound solid again. I would expect no less from KLIPSCH!!! They had it spot on .