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Yeah, the whole thing seems odd to me. But would there be any benefit to fake something like this? The Ebay fees would be significant... triceratops

These have probably been gutted--but if the bass driver is still original it would be an Electrovoice SRO. The SRO's look a lot like the bad-*** EV speakers used by Klipsch in the early 60's and they are my favorite guitar speaker ever--really fat penetrating sound with a 14 pound magnet structure! Don't worry about the surrounds--I think they are cloth and very durable. If the bass drivers are in there, you've made a great score. If not, it will still be an interesting project. I always wanted a set of Eliminators! triceratops

The winning bidder has already left positive feedback for the seller regarding answering questions after the sale. Weird!

Way to go Dean! I am amazed that someone didn't snag those right away. Those look like some real beauties! Congrats! Triceratops

Unfortunately, these have been sold already. But the seller had the courtesy to respond to my email to tell me they were gone. I missed a nice looking pair of LaScalas last week, too. Both sets sold in less than an hour--you've got to have the luck to be in the right place at the right time to snag a deal like that! triceratops

Wall plaque or poster with sequence of Klipsch logos over the years. Wall plaque or poster with sequence of Klipsch products over the years. triceratops

Clear Plexiglas keychain fob with old or new Klipsch logos. triceratops

Klipsch logo tie bar. Straight block lettering style--maybe laser etched? Could also do a small tasteful belt buckle this way (not like the big, honkin WWF-sized 1970's belt buckles). triceratops

How about a minature (desk-size) clear plexiglas Klipschorn model? triceratops

Embroidered (not flocked) baseball jackets that are reversible. Velour on one side, satin on the other. All black velour body and sleeves on one side, reversible to black (or red or blue) satin body with light grey (or tan or yellow) contrasting sleeves. That way you have the loud Rock n Roll mode and the more tasteful subdued mode. Embroidered graphics could be bright and gaudy on one side and tasteful single color on the other side. Possible graphics could include any of the following: 1. Klipsch--A Legend in Sound 2. Klipsch pie slice logo old 3. Pie slice logo new 4. Klipsch oval logo 5. Klipsch block letter logo 6. Old style cursive Klipschorn logo 7. Other Klipsch marketing slogans or logos 8. A map of the US showing Klipsch factory and headquarters locations (like the colorful maps of Japan or Viet Nam you see on vintage jackets sold to GIs). 9. Or some completely new Klipsch saying or slogan, just for this jacket I have a couple of non-Klipsch jackets of this type that I can post photos of if you like. They were made in China but are reproductions of occupied Japan and Viet Nam vintage baseball jackets. Best in horns, triceratops

Dean, This is an excellent question. Last year I purchased a second set of Klipschorns (1977's I think) for the expressed purpose of doing a shootout with my 1960 Khorns. I am still putting some finishing touches on the listening room, but when it's done I'm hoping to do some listening tests this winter. I know that forum member Khorn51 thinks highly of the old wooden/composite mid horns. I also really like them aesthetically! Also there is no ringing with them at all, so no caulking to do (although some disagree with caulking the metal horns anyway). It should be noted that whatever sonic advantages the metal horns may or may not have, they were much easier to manufacture than the wood/composite horns. I think the change was absolutely necessary for Klipsch to start making some larger numbers of Khorns by the mid 1960s. Also note that anything on Khorns can be changed or updated relatively easily and just as easily changed back. If you prefer the sound of metal horns, a motorboard could be installed very easily along with some metal mid horns into any early Klipschorn. On the other hand, it would be nearly impossible to find and install a set of wood/composite horns in a later set of Klipschorns. So I don't see any real negatives to having a matched early set of Klipschorns. And forum members will argue for crossover upgrades no matter what vintage of used Klipsch you have! If you have your eye on the 1962 mahogany Khorns in NY talked about in another thread, they already have the EV K-77 tweeter so no upgrade needed there. I think those Khorns are a steal. I would love to buy them, but since I already have two pairs of Khorns (and a single) that would be very hard to justify. I can tell you if they were in my backyard I would not be able to resist--they are so beautiful and super rare! Best in horns, triceratops

I am assuming these are 1961 Khorns--a matched pair! I have a pair of consecutive numbered khorns from 1960 and I think most of you know a matched pair from this era is very rare--considering the cost of a pair of Klipschorns at the time, and the relative newness of two-channel stereo. The advertised Khorns are type "C" (no riser between HF and bass bin) which ordinarily would be slightly less desirable than type "B"--but LOOK at these photos. Ribbon mahoghany--OMG, at least in the photos these look stunning and pristine! I hope someone on the Forum jumps on these! Beautiful!! best in horns, triceratops

Well, I did a search on this site and it looks like the ST-350 is not the same as the T-350. So I will pass. Thanks! triceratops

I woud like to get the ST-350 tweeters if they are similar to the T-350 tweeters. I'll send a PM and Email. Thanks! triceratops

I just attempted to check this out and couldn't get the link to work. Is the video still there? triceratops

Depending on where they are located, I'd like to get in line behind Khorn51... triceratops

Khorn51 and Fini, Sorry to hear that neither of you is the new owner. I noticed the seller said he reserved the right to end the auction early--that seemed to me like an open invitation to off-Ebay offers. I thought about making the call, but the logistics were too much to consider. Thought about calling you too, Fini, but it seemed like an insurmountable task to get the cabinet up to Oregon while protecting its condition. I hope someone here made the score...Gilbert? Best in horns, Triceratops

Gilbert, do you have a link for that? I'd like to get some too, Kev. That's the cloth that is on three of my Khorns and I'd like to use it on my Cornwalls, too! I hope someone here got the '61 Cornwall. Gilbert? Khorn51? Best in horns, triceratops

Thanks Marvel!

Paul, I searched and searched but couldn't find it. Do you have a link? Thanks! triceratops

Use caution in moving that amp around. The transformers are so heavy that it will tip over onto its back with very little force when you are transporting it in a car! I think that is why the transformers are often dinged up. But man, those amps have some of the best bass I have ever heard! If you ever want to sell it, please keep me in mind. All the ones that I have seen look like they have had the crap knocked out of them, and most of them have had the trannys repainted! Also those amps run really hot, so a little whisper fan might not be a bad idea... Best in horns, triceratops

Yeah, what Rick said!

Sam, I'm going to differ with most of the advice you've gotten so far. I don't think it is that risky to sand the Walnut veneer provided: 1. It has not already been sanded 2. Use hand sanding only, with the grain and fine grit paper. 3. Work outside in good light and go very slowly. 4. Avoid rounding corners and edges. I'll bet that stain comes out in the first few microns of sanding! It will probably smooth out the grain too, which might feel raised a little bit where the stain is. You can see how thick the walnut veneer is by looking at the raw edge on the back. It's not very thick--but it is MUCH thicker than the Baltic Birch veneer which is practically paper thin! You've really got to be really careful to sand the Birch cabs! Good Luck! triceratops

It is ironic that a number of Klipsch fans also like Maggies, myself included! What could be more different from a horn-loaded system than a planar driver with no enclosure? But Maggies have a really nice sounding mid-range and they work especially well for vocal music and jazz. They are also very forgiving for those amps that sound harsh or brittle with horns. So they are handy things for Klipschers to have around--drive 'em with the equipment that doesn't cut it with the horns! I think those SMGs are one of the best deals in audio. triceratops

Thanks Corvette! I'll try email and see if he responds.