MenloBob
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5 minutes ago, jjptkd said:
if the Chief put a k-500 style horn in this thing he swung for the fence!
A K510 is 15" wide. Too small for that. I'm pretty sure it's the same 702 as Adam mentioned. And probably a different driver since it's not a two way as on the 8060.
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The spec sheet for the KPT-8060H pro surround 2 way lists a K702 horn. Probably the same horn, but with a different compression driver. We will know more in a week..
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Well the Cornwall4 has been announced with an all new K702 mumps midrange. Will be interesting to see how it compares in size to the K510..
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15 hours ago, Krush said:
I really like the 396s, just not sure where to pick them up. Is there an online dealer for current lineup? I've been keeping an eye on ebay and the garage sale forum for the older models but not had much luck so far.
@MetropolisLakeOutfitters can take care of you. DM him.
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What are you using as a preamp?
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16 hours ago, johknow4@gmail.com said:
I recently purchased a vintage k-horn. I am currently using a low-end Nobsound mono amp to power the speaker. Actually it sounds surprisingly good. However, I would like to upgrade. Can anyone recommend an amp for my k-horn? One that won't break the bank.
Thanks,
Johnie
What don’t you like about your current sound don’t you like? I’d start with a measurement mic and learning REW so you know what is your current response. Adding a parametric eq (or even better a DSP) will allow you to tailor your sound to your own tastes without jumping on the endless amp upgrade path. Khorns take very little power, so I doubt you are driving that little amp to clipping distortion. Plenty of people here will tell you an expensive tube amp is the way to go with khorns. I say save your money until you understand what you have and exactly what you’re wanting to sound different.
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22 hours ago, Krush said:
Is there an alternative that does not involve making holes or running wires in the walls? I'd consider more floor standing speakers or stands, probably 10/12" woofer would be plenty. My neighbors can already hear my music when turned up (no I'm not in the room when I'm doing this) so the SPL is accounted for, just looking for timbre matching surrounds and center for an immersive movie experience.
396s are floor standing.
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35 minutes ago, Emile said:
Recall @MenloBob's awesome K-510 w/ dual woofer design.
I'm currently working up plans for triple K510s with single woofers for a built in LRC wall unit in our master bedroom. We're planning a remodel and now is my opportunity to get something upstairs. The idea is about a 10' wide entertainment cabinet with Heresyish sized cabs embedded left, right and center. Might use Hypex's Fusion DSP plate amps for this build.
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Many K402 main owners used the K510 that's in the 396 for surrounds and center. @AHall has them in modded Cornwalls for surround and a modded Heresy for center.
I've been thinking of building a wall mount wedge surround with K510s, but I'll probably opt with staying married instead.
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396s are probably the closest thing in the current lineup.
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45 minutes ago, PrestonTom said:
Since I don't think the K-510 is easy to substitute. Especially if you are looking for a two-way system
You won’t get any argument from me on that. I’m spending 2-4 hours every night in front of mine. Jubes are the only thing I’ve heard that are significantly better. But then again auditory memory is very imprecise...
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8 hours ago, CECAA850 said:
You can't get just the bare horns anymore if that's what you're referring to.
No I was referring to the 904HF bundle with the drivers and stand. At least you can buy the horns without having to cannibalize a pro speaker.
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If I were running Klipsch, I would use the design of the K510 as a guideline for a 1 or 1.5" exit constant directivity horn that would work as a two way for the Cornwall IV. I'm not sure the K510 is really appropriate for the consumer market. It is however a great piece of kit for anyone looking for an approximation of the Jube sound in a smaller package, who has the skills/patience to design and test an active design. I'm just glad these horns exist and I'm privileged to have them in my home.
As far as Roy goes, I'm just grateful he designed them and makes them available through dealers like Cory for those who want them.
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I use one of these to attenuate the signal for the amplifier channels driving my K510s. It is very transparent, using a very nice ALPS 27 pot. Has both balanced and unbalanced connections.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MXC9HHW/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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On 7/5/2019 at 10:51 AM, Ceptorman said:
Has anyone seen Nick Mason's band Saucerful of Secrets? They play the older and not often heard Pink Floyd songs. https://www.billboard.com/articles/columns/rock/8482606/pink-floyd-drummer-nick-mason-plans-2019-us-tour
Saw it twice in the UK and three shows on the West Coast. Front row in Vancouver, The two guitarists are very good.
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43 minutes ago, Max2 said:
What the heck. Where is the safe room thread around here where we can start leading the delicates to ? We cant even discuss the obvious atrocities that loom in many areas of the US ?
Let’s just say that if people started posting generalizations about living in the South or rural america the idea of who is being delicate would shift very quickly.
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5 minutes ago, dwilawyer said:
Shhhhh, you are blowing the secret plan on how to keep people from moving there.
The guy on your tour, you should have told him, "move, like where here?" But give him a break, he lives in Arkansas, in a town where 50% live below poverty level, what else is he going to say?
Anybody who is a major player in aerospace, automotive manufacturing, or high tech is either based in California, or has a major presence there. You know it, they know it, and so all they can do is knock it because they are never, ever going to be able to live there.
They sure will come to Napa, the City, Yosemite, Monterey Bay, fricken Disneyland etc. in droves.
Just tell them the truth, "the place sucks, don't believe what you hear about the best weather, incredible beauty, and all the rest, it's all a Hollywood trick, stay away, you will thank me later."
Yeah I immediately regretted my post and removed it.
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Also edited for politeness.
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3 hours ago, Sancho Panza said:
I loved Kalifornia (PRK) in the rear-view; more than once.
Edited for politeness.
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California actually spends the gas tax on highways and public transportation. On occasion a few governors like Schwartzeneger have raided the transportation fund for other things, but these funds are not part of the general budget. Given the size of the state California has some of the best highways in the country. Sure there are places that need more work (I’m looking at you I-5) but by and large roads get improved in California without crazy toll schemes to fund them. I took the express lanes in Dallas going to Pilgrimage this year. $40 in tolls.
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1 hour ago, Heritage_Head said:
Your room looks great with them....Are you planing on grills? Jason str built my grills for my 904s and did a fantastic job (cheap too). Don't think he's doing jobs anymore but could probably answer questions.
Yeah grills are next. I have some foamcore board I was going to wrap with a tan burlap that’s about the same color as the marble on the fireplace. Eventually I will paint the enclosures with the same semigloss white as the fireplace so the blend perfectly.
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8 minutes ago, Heritage_Head said:
Waters?
jk
How was it?
It was epic. I'm sure we'll be talking about it thirty years from now.
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I took my son for two nights in Pompeii and two nights in Verona in 2016. Guess which side of this discussion I fall?
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On 6/22/2019 at 7:00 AM, Heritage_Head said:
I bet Bob or another on here could make something. The 396 xo might work with the k33 but idk. The k48 vs 33 I'm thinking would have some level issues (but I'm only guessing based on data). Active xos seem like they might be the best match when doing a mod like the 510 in a corn (or something built based on the box, drivers, and horns)
I haven't tried passive on my setup, but I'm pretty sure the K691s really like being driven directly by an active amp. I also doubt the bass bins would be as clean with a passive network.
Cornwall IV
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Fair enough but if you look at the picture above that's a fifteen inch woofer below the horn. The horn is clearly at least a couple of inches narrower including the flange.