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John, they came with a pedestal although one could remove them if so inclined. forte-brochure.pdf

I use a Bell'o AT402, downside is that there are no wheels, will be building MDF platform with wheels. Not my living room BTW

What's the catalog number for the Richard Wright album? Thx

JIm, Nothing in your photo hurts these eyes!!! Agree about compare but haven't rearranged my listening space yet to place them ... getting close though. I will offload a pair of oak KG4's that the Quartets replaced.

They are walnut.

Thanks Mike, That's good news. I bought them to upgrade a pair of Quartets and haven't taken them out of their boxes since I brought them home .... decisions, decisions. Bruce

Hello all, I purchased a pair locally earlier this year from original owner, one of the pair was replaced due to damage from a move. Both are in perfect condition and in their original boxes, if I decide to sell these on should I expect a significant impact on their value? The grain pattern of the newer speaker is close but of course does not match, would not be noticeable in a normal setup unless someone was specifically checking. Thanks

My pick ... Brian Eno - Discreet Music

Thanks guys your insight is most helpful, and I completely forgot about the special engraved faceplate.

I have an opportunity to obtain the above mentioned receiver and am looking for any members comments about this particular unit. Have never owned on and don't really need it, but it speaks to me. Also what do you think is a fair price for original non restored condition? Currently using a STR-GX9ES as my primary that I'm very pleased with. Thanks

Don't know if this helps but I once had a STR-AV1000 that developed a hum, and eventually found the culprit to be the ground between the main circuit board and the chassis. After backing out and retightening all the screws the hum disappeared.

Also using a Sony STR-GX9ES powering a pair of Quartets. Couple months ago scored a pair of Forte II's but need to rearrange my listening space before connecting them. Love the sound of that amp.

Agree with other posters, a great deal if it is a pair. If you don't purchase let us know so another devotee can get the deal!

I'm using one of these now, just wondering if there might be something better for bi-direction use. Thanks.

Do any of this recommendations allow you to process in the opposite direction as well (record vinyl & playback)?

Man that is funny!!!

Very nice unit if 100% functional. I have one as part of my main system. Should have a remote though.

That's an interesting bit of news concerning the mids as I just purchased a pair of Forte II's this past weekend. They sounded just fine as is so I have a bit of time before going the upgrade route.

About 6 months ago I installed new crossovers and Ti tweeter diaphragms in a pair of Quartets I had purchased. In talking with Bob C. about the flat sound the speakers were producing he recommended the crossovers & Ti upgrade but when asked about the midrange, his advice was to leave them alone unless there was a need to replace them (i.e. blown coil). I followed his advice and am very pleased with the results. That said, I would leave the mid's alone unless you are unhappy with the way they sound.

Too funny!

Free pair, discount to forum members, is this for real or am I naïve and gullible?

So my hope is that there will be a plethora of II's hitting the market so I can upgrade!!!

Just took a quick measurement from a pair I have and 24.25 is correct. Good luck with your purchase.

Thanks Guys, buying both is not an option as I already have a pair of Kg4, Quartets, and my first speaker purchase CV R-24's. After sleeping on it, decided to take a road trip to hear them both. Who knows, maybe the black ones may not be so bad.

I have an opportunity to purchase either a pair of walnut Forte I's or a black pair of II's in perfect condition from the same owner. While my finish preference is walnut, I really had my heart set for Forte II's. Since they are the same price I am in a quandary. Need some persuading ....