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  1. I bought a Denon receiver a year ago. I used the automated set up. I was concerned because the sound seemed lifeless and dull. I ran the manual setup and it was the same till I turned off the Room EQ. OMG! It was like a veil was lifted! My system now feels ALIVE! Turn your Room EQ and hear it’s sound like you’re supposed to!

     

     

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  2. I am a novice at audio. I was wondering if there is a preferance of what type of speaker sound people like.  If you used speakers in your young age that were bass/mid heavy, your mind focuses on bass/mid when you listen and the highs become "background". Those who grew up with speakers that emphasized highs, their mind tends to listen to the mid/highs and the "base" becomes background...The Klipsh speakers which tend to emphasize the highs tend to be liked more by the latter group.  I wonder if we become "wired" with these preferences 
    at younger age and that is why people like particular brand of speakers and this "wired" state does not really change once you are older... I know some older people that dislike Klipsch but love brands that emphasize the lower frequencies.  Any truth to this or  opinions?
     
    Thanks.

    Klipsch speakers don’t emphasize any frequency. They have a flat response and reproduce the music as close to original as possible.


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    WTB

    I got a set of Khorns. Someone put different tweeters in them. I’d like to get them back to Original. So I am looking for a set or even 1 K77m Thanks for any help. 

    Contact JEM


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  3. Greetings everyone, I have a pair of LA Scala ll & can anyone tell me what would be the measurement from the outside of the cabinet to the rear of the woofer? I'd like to time align my set up.
    Thanks in advance! Dan
     

    Time alignment is nonsense. They are perfectly fine as they are


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  4. HERESY IV OWNERS OPINIONS AND COMMENTS NEEDED!   
    Hello Heresy IV Owners, please, I need your opinions and comments.   I have recently retired and moved into a Single Wide Trailer Home and own a pair of La Scala Speakers.  The La Scala's (they sound terrific and have been recapped) occupy a great deal of room and I want to move to an Atmos Setup.  Due to floor space, I am contemplating buying a pair of Heresy IV (I will also use them for 2 channel listening) and selling the La Scala's to fund the project.  I have a pair of RP-500SA Atmos speakers and 3 pairs of RB-5 Speakers to complete the Atmos setup.  I have heard nothing but great things about the new Heresy IV with all types of music.  Will I miss the La Scala's,(even though taking up valuable floor space) and stay with a 5.1.1 System or take the plunge and buy the Heresy IV and go Atmos.  THE FORUM MEMBERS OPINIONS AND COMMENTS WILL BE GREATLY APPRECIATED!  THANK YOU ONE AND ALL!

    You will be quite pleased with the Heresys


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  5. Or, have him come to PWK BDAY Bash on March 9, 10, 11 and 12 in Hope, bring his crossovers and new replacement caps and we will get [mention=2154]Trey Cannon[/mention] to do it for him, or even teach him how to do it. 
     
    Which networks are they?

    Trey will probably tell you the caps are fine


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  6. Ok as some who might read this thread have read in other threads, I like my '77 stock LS's just fine. They're perfect in every way, and I have no wish to modify them(although still considering a pair of Crites' AA XO's more for experimentation then because I need a change) and no wish for more bass or subs.
     
    The preamble out of the way, I own this device described below that was designed by Roy Allison for his line  of closed box speakers, as well as other similar speakers(AR, for example) to produce a flat response down to 20Hz. I've thought about experimenting with it, and it's different settings to see how it would sound. Some in the past have discouraged such use for the LS's saying it's dangerous because it's not a closed box system. Others, including owners of LS's have indicated that experimenting carefully should be fine. I use McIntosh MC30 amps at reasonable volumes so the risk to the speaker/woofer would seem pretty much non-existent. But figured I'd ask for a few more opinions.
     
    To repeat, I don't want a separate subwoofer. I just want to see if it's possible to extend the bass response in the speaker using this device.
     
    Thanks.
     
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    No. They go down so far and that’s it.


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  7. Ok as some who might read this thread have read in other threads, I like my '77 stock LS's just fine. They're perfect in every way, and I have no wish to modify them(although still considering a pair of Crites' AA XO's more for experimentation then because I need a change) and no wish for more bass or subs.
     
    The preamble out of the way, I own this device described below that was designed by Roy Allison for his line  of closed box speakers, as well as other similar speakers(AR, for example) to produce a flat response down to 20Hz. I've thought about experimenting with it, and it's different settings to see how it would sound. Some in the past have discouraged such use for the LS's saying it's dangerous because it's not a closed box system. Others, including owners of LS's have indicated that experimenting carefully should be fine. I use McIntosh MC30 amps at reasonable volumes so the risk to the speaker/woofer would seem pretty much non-existent. But figured I'd ask for a few more opinions.
     
    To repeat, I don't want a separate subwoofer. I just want to see if it's possible to extend the bass response in the speaker using this device.
     
    Thanks.
     
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    No. They go down so far and that’s it.


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  8. Anyone running Heresys as surrounds and have them mounted upside-down?
     
    My Heresy surrounds sit on small 'dressers' to the left and right of my couch.  As a result the midrange and tweeter sit a bit higher than ear level when seated.  I was wondering about flipping them upside-down so that they were closer to ear height.

    30” barstools are perfect for Heresys. No need to flip them. Surrounds or any Klipsch Heritage speakers do not have to be “ear height”.


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  9. I use two different USB thumb drives, one with 500+ songs and one with 1000+ songs.
    I used SiriusXM until the 1 year free trial was up.
    Pandora and Amazon Music.
    Also the local FM stations.

    I hate SiriusXM. So much compression. I was always fiddling with tone controls trying to make it sound good. When my subscriber ran out from my new purchase it was so long Sirius. I have it free with Dish Network and never listen to it.


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  10. Looking at a 2022 Camry or Accord for the wife.  Thus far, it doesn't appear that there is any CD player in there.  
    Just wondering what your work around is?
     
    I don't put any tunes onto my phone nor she hers...  Right now, I'm guessing my only course of action would be to use my Ipod and just plug it into the HDMI port.  Any other work arounds?  Right now it's a bit frustrating as neither dealer has had one on their lot to even look at.  I've owned an Accord before and currently have a Camry so both are fine, based on history.
     
    it would just be nice to be able to sit and see how it feels today... sigh.  And, I don't really love the idea of carrying an Ipod around however to the defense of the Ipod, it's much easier AND much wider choice, than carrying a stack of CD's.  Heck, I can even copy the music off of various concerts...
     
    Maybe the Ipod *is* my best answer.
     
     

    Arkansasrocks.com. via Bluetooth


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  11.  
    I've tried mine both ways.  On 30" tall stands and also on the floor angled up.
    On stands they are very in your face sound-wise.  Sometimes I liked that, sometimes I didn't.
    On the floor they seem to sound smoother.

    They are intended for the floor. They loss bass on stands.


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    What's it called when it is not only off topic but also off Klipsch Forum?  Sorry, but this is offered in Cheyenne, WY for $15.  I'm having a hard time not taking a 12 hour drive to grab it!  lol

    Why? Twelve hour drive for a dime store record player?


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  13. I will spare you the K-horn pitch because that would not fit into your plans, but the others are correct - K-horns would be your best option out of the three.



    That being said, I can somewhat relate because K-horns were out of the question for me (for now), and I had to decide between LaScalas and Belles. I ended up with Belles. As to sonic differences, there are not many. Some say that the Belle's midrange performance is not as good as the LaScalas because of a smaller horn and/or the design of the horn. Having auditioned Belles and LaScalas, I honestly could not tell a difference between their midranges, and I do not find my Belles to be lacking in that respect.



    Another thing to consider is the size of your room. LaScalas have often been called "PA speakers," not necessarily as a knock or a derogatory term, but because the design of the cabinets was more suited for long throw or larger rooms. If you have a small to medium-sized room (like mine), Belles may perform a little better than LaScalas, which tend to like larger open areas. As for looks, you've already covered that in one of your responses.



    Bottom line. LaScalas and Belles sound pretty similar, and it may come down to personal taste and the size of your room.



    Carl.


    The LaScala was designed to be a PA speaker for the gubernatorial race of Winthrop Rockefeller .


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  14. You won't go wrong with Khorns in the corners and a La Scala or a Belle in the center. As mentioned previously, the Khorns will take up the least amount of space as mains. Think of the La Scala as a square Klipschorn that doesn't go as low, and think of the Belle as a prettier La Scala. The La Scala is the original center to the Khorn -- if memory serves the Belle came along when Mrs. Klipsch decreed that the La Scala was too ugly for her living room.



    Two or four Heresy surrounds and you're the envy of half the forum.


    The Heresy was the original center for KHorns, then the Cornwall. The LaScala was designed for a PA speaker, a KHorn that didn’t require a corner. The Belle Klipsch is a domestic version of the LaScala to be a center between KHorns.


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  15. There was a time when a speaker the size of a Heresy was also considered a bookshelf speaker. By JBL 4311s are almost the same size and they weren't meant to be on the floor.

    I have heard it described as a bookshelf. The original Heresy had an 8” woofer and was designed to be a center speaker between two Klipshorns. When people started buying them in pairs for stand alone stereo speakers, Paul Klipsch redesigned them with a 12” woofer.


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  16. Hello Everyone.

    It seems that (most) people love the heresy.

    But I've noticed that (most) people also

    complain about the heresy not having

    enough low frequency output on their own,

    and usually recommend the use of a subwoofer.

    If adding a sub is not an option,

    and squeezing some deeper bass

    from a heresy was the goal...

    what are some options without altering the original heresy cabinet?

    Or, to put it another way...

    I want more bass from my heresy II

    without adding a sub, or changing original size of the cabinet.

    I think that the heresy is one of the most

    attractive looking speakers ever produced.

    It's not too big,

    It has a very "retro" look,

    and to me... It just symbolizes klipsch heritage

    and class.

    But I want it to have more bass!

    I know I can get Quartets, Fortes, Etc...

    But I want the classic heresy look.

    So, if you wanna keep your heresys looking

    "Stock", but need lower tones from it...

    Whatta ya do?


    There is a reason why the Heresy only goes to 50Hz. It was designed to be efficient, low distortion, flat response speaker. The woofer only has a 1/8” excursion. 1/16” out and 1/16” in, this leads to the low distortion that Mr. Klipsch achieved. The Heresy is voiced to what goes in comes out with no coloration. He could have ported the cabinet and threw in a long throw woofer to get deeper bass but a woofer flapping in the air would add coloration and distortion. There is some musical information below 50Hz but not a great amount. If you are a basshead and want to rattle walls and shake the floor then you need a subwoofer. If you want an honest non colored low distortion speaker then the Heresy in its stock form is what you are looking for.They we’re intended to go on the floor in a corner. Corner loading reinforces bass. That is where they really sing. Slanted riser bases were optional to lift high frequencies into the room. Any modifications to the Heresy changes the sound. It may sound different but not better.


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  17. Hello Everyone.

    It seems that (most) people love the heresy.

    But I've noticed that (most) people also

    complain about the heresy not having

    enough low frequency output on their own,

    and usually recommend the use of a subwoofer.

    If adding a sub is not an option,

    and squeezing some deeper bass

    from a heresy was the goal...

    what are some options without altering the original heresy cabinet?

    Or, to put it another way...

    I want more bass from my heresy II

    without adding a sub, or changing original size of the cabinet.

    I think that the heresy is one of the most

    attractive looking speakers ever produced.

    It's not too big,

    It has a very "retro" look,

    and to me... It just symbolizes klipsch heritage

    and class.

    But I want it to have more bass!

    I know I can get Quartets, Fortes, Etc...

    But I want the classic heresy look.

    So, if you wanna keep your heresys looking

    "Stock", but need lower tones from it...

    Whatta ya do?


    There is a reason why the Heresy only goes to 50Hz. It was designed to be efficient, low distortion, flat response speaker. The woofer only has a 1/8” excursion. 1/16” out and 1/16” in, this leads to the low distortion that Mr. Klipsch achieved. The Heresy is voiced to what goes in comes out with no coloration. He could have ported the cabinet and threw in a long throw woofer to get deeper bass but a woofer flapping in the air would add coloration and distortion. There is some musical information below 50Hz but not a great amount. If you are a basshead and want to rattle walls and shake the floor then you need a subwoofer. If you want an honest non colored low distortion speaker then the Heresy in its stock form is what you are looking for.They we’re intended to go on the floor in a corner. Corner loading reinforces bass. That is where they really sing. Slanted riser bases were optional to lift high frequencies into the room. Any modifications to the Heresy changes the sound. It may sound different but not better.


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  18. So if you guys had a nice set of these completely Original. What mods would you do. Xovers, will be done. Seems ALK is bound up. So am going to do Crites. Not sure on B, B2, or  B3. Thinking that would depend on upgrades with mids and tweeter. Been researching like crazy. And reading here. But, at the end of the day….. What would you do? 

    Shouldn’t have to do anything but enjoy.


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  19. Hello Everyone.

    It seems that (most) people love the heresy.

    But I've noticed that (most) people also

    complain about the heresy not having

    enough low frequency output on their own,

    and usually recommend the use of a subwoofer.

    If adding a sub is not an option,

    and squeezing some deeper bass

    from a heresy was the goal...

    what are some options without altering the original heresy cabinet?

    Or, to put it another way...

    I want more bass from my heresy II

    without adding a sub, or changing original size of the cabinet.

    I think that the heresy is one of the most

    attractive looking speakers ever produced.

    It's not too big,

    It has a very "retro" look,

    and to me... It just symbolizes klipsch heritage

    and class.

    But I want it to have more bass!

    I know I can get Quartets, Fortes, Etc...

    But I want the classic heresy look.

    So, if you wanna keep your heresys looking

    "Stock", but need lower tones from it...

    Whatta ya do?


    Follow what Paul Klipsch said: Put them in the corners and toe them in.


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  20. Someone just turned me on to this Roger Waters album "Amused To Death". 
     
    The music is trash but he did some really cool tricks with sounds being out of phase in order to place sounds from this record all around you. 
     
    It's the perfect record to test your speaker placement, as a lot of these tricks won't work on poorly setup speakers. 
     
    Even on the first track, there's a dog barking and it sounds like it comes from behind me and it sounds like it's coming from outside my house! Really freaky stuff as even when you turn your head to face the direction of the sound the illusion is upheld. 
     
    This is a really cool record for sounds coming from places they seemingly shouldn't be coming from in a 2-channel system. 

    You are listening to Q sound. Pink Floyd used it on “The Final Cut.” Waters used it on “Amused..” , “The Pros and Cons Of Hitchhiking” and
    “Radio KAOS.” You can place the speakers 2’ to 4’ apart and your head equi distance from them and hear an actual sonic hologram. But moving your head as much as 1/8” it dissolves into stereo. BTW I think “Amused..” is a brilliant album.


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