M_Klipsches

Normally I’m pretty stoic about these things. This one is hitting me kinda hard. He really seemed to “get it”. One of those people unafraid to plunge headlong into a situation. Make the best of it and learn along the way. Intelligent, entertaining and engaging. If this guy couldn’t take it, perhaps the rest of us are doomed.

Just my luck. That would be a better match for the La Scalas. It would be a nice road trip though, I love Colorado. Nice looking “temporary” setup.

I’ve managed to get things rearranged and (against many “sound” opinions) am using that H II (FKA “Old Smokey”) as a center with the Heresy pair moved to the rears. Honestly I think it sounds pretty good, at least to my aging ears. Not that I’d turn my back on an affordable 3rd La Scala or Belle. But for now I’m going to focus on a better AVR, a subwoofer, and the tiniest elephant in the room; that spectacular TV. Thanks to all for the suggestions and thoughts, feel free to continue to offer input.

Nice! I’ve shown my wife pictures of Jubilees. She suddenly found my La Scalas much more appealing 😄. I’m still trying work out placement for the Heresy II Center. The room is still in a state of chaos. The best sound seems to be where the TV is/was located. Second best is low, as you have yours positioned. Third choice is above which is a little worrisome due to stability concerns. The stand which I designed and built around the Heresys, before the La Scalas were in the mix is now causing as many problems as solutions. Here is a pic of the way it was arranged. (I know the TV is tiny). I need to just build something else, and possibly correct the errors I made on the last one. I know others say the Heresy isn’t the best center with the La Scalas, but if you’ve made it work with all those great speakers I think I’m on the right track. At least it’s sounds good to my aging ears. I’ve never heard the Heresy III, but I’m guessing it’s at least close to the I & II. I see both you and JohnA have yours positioned horizontally. I need to try that out as well. Oh well, work in progress. Thanks for the input.

Cool thanks for the offer. I’ve actually just found a single HeresyII to use as a Center. I’ve yet to re-engineer my space to fully accommodate the changes. Also the new used HeresyII - OO, has apparently spent the last thirty years with a two pack a day smoker, so I’m still cleaning it up.

Thanks for all the input. Especially the “Dope From Hope” article, I’d never seen that one. I guess if I move the project along I’ll be on the lookout for that elusive, affordable, 3rd La Scala, or Belle. There are, I suppose far worse problems to have.

As awesome as a 3rd La Scala would be, the room is likely too small for it? Plus, finding a single, used La Scala or Cornwall locally just isn’t going to happen. Btw, Youthman’s theater room is spectacular.

Currently I’m using La Scalas (1980) for two channel music. Mostly iPod, vinyl or CDs powered by a motley & random assortment of amps from an ONIX SP3 tube amp, to old Kenwood SS amps & receivers. HT is mostly used for gaming and is powered by a lower end Yamaha (RX-V471), using RF 52IIs, LR; KV-1 as Ctr., with SB2s bringing up the rear. (No Sub... I know, don’t even go there.) It’s been adequate for light TV and gaming use. Recently, I’ve started playing with the La Scalas in the HT set up as LR mains. Obviously, the other speakers aren’t able to keep up. Now, I’m fortunate to also have a pair of Heresy 1s (1980 built by HDBRbuilder). I’ve found that replacing the KV-1 with a Heresy, produces some impressive results. So now I’m thinking; move both the Heresys to rear duty, with the La Scalas LR. All good, except now I’m short a Center speaker. Which brings me to the question. Should I get a single (used) Heresy for the Center, or is something like an RP450C going to be a better idea? A single Heresy is going to be way more affordable. Thoughts? Criticisms? Room is appx. 12’X20’X8’ Also, feel free to weigh in on HT Receiver upgrade choices. Thanks in advance.

I too fell under the great Wizard of Hope's spell. I was not seeking his magic, indeed I'd never even heard his name. I had ventured into, what I now know was a place of true magic and wonder. At the time I thought it a harmless lark and diversion, a simple shop, filled with bright and shiny baubles of whose form an function I was passing aware. I was greeted warmly and questioned by an acolyte though neither robed nor cowled, I now see him for what he was. A minion of the Great Wizard. My answers to his questions must have proven satisfactory, as I and my companions were then led into the inner sanctum. A place of calm and solitude as I'd rarely seen. The acolyte bade us sit. He approached an altar, knelt before it and performed his simple rites. We were soon, shown magic, but magic that even then, my simple mind was able to grasp. I was soon sent into the night to retrieve an offering of my own choosing. Upon my return the offering must have been deemed worthy, as it was accepted. The Acolyte moved to another part of the altar, which was mute silver toned, and inscribed with a familiar rune that I'd known since childhood but it was then upon a device of transportation magic. Once again he performed his rituals and placed my offering into the altar. Again we were bade to sit. The acolyte gestured to large wooden boxes, that I'd seen upon entering the sanctuary. Though I knew their purpose, their design was unlike any other that I had seen before. He then spoke the name of the Great Wizard of Hope and the name of a place, long associated with glorious music. In the moments that followed, I heard the sound of true magic, the Great Wizard had filled these boxes with nothing short of angels and the sounds of the dawn of the universe. While that night, I became a true believer. I was still deemed less than worthy. I wandered off dazed, yet forever transformed. I preached the Master's name to any that would listen, even converted a few. Over the years I received some of the Great Wizards offerings and was blessed and happy for them. I have even addressed the actual builder of one pair of these objects. One who was at the holy place while the Wizard was on the earth. Recently, I came upon a fellow believer who had managed to achieve and enjoy the boxes that had first led me down this path so many years ago. It had come time for him to pass the boxes on to another. Coin was exchanged and cartage arranged. These creations of the Great Wizard of Hope now adorn the altar in my own sanctuary. Blessed be the Wizard, blessed be the legend, blessed be the sound.

^^^^^ I can't possibly imagine a better use for that car! Well done.

Thank you for the information it's one of those little things that's bugged me over the years. And, as it happens, thank you for building my Heresys. As I've recently learned that you did. Apologies if I've "cross-threaded".

Nice! Yes they are Birch Raw. Here is the tag on one of them. They were painted white, when they were used in a school "music room". Then the next owner painted them with a couple of coats of black when he was unable to remove the white.

Finally found an example of this. These are "Y" models, (1983?) that I saw on eBay. As you can see labels are right side up, with the terminals on the bottom. Maybe it's jus a one year thing? Special Order? Why? Perhaps @HDBRbuilder might have an idea?

Nice!

Here we go.

Nice! My daily driver is an '06 WRX Wagon. I seem to be running afoul of the file size restriction. So no pic. I likely would be driving a new WRX but Subaru apparently forgot how to make wagons.

If you obstruct the view any more than the Camaro already is, you'd need an IFR rating to drive it.

That's how you know it's gone too far. If I'm the voice of reason then something is way out of hand. As to that blower Chevy uses the blown LT4 Corvette engine in the ZL1 Camaro. 650 hp because the 455hp LT1 in the SS is just too lame. Seriously though, if you are looking for a whole lot of car for the money. The SS Camaro is the real deal.

I can't let this thread go all Mustang. 2016 Camaro SS. What have I done to it? I hard wired the radar detector. Making it faster seems sorta pointless. Even at 6/10ths it's already way beyond a responsible velocity for all but the most deserted back roads.

@HDBRbuilder : I've had a look at my "U" 1980 Heresies. I found the letters "M" and "A" (M above A). I'd never noticed these before. I'm guessing these are yours? If so, I feel like I've won the lottery! (Well at least hit a scratch off for a $100 or so). If you can shed any more light on them I'd love to hear. If you'd like some pics or some of their history, at least as far as I'm aware of it, let me know. Thank you for your effort and time. Both then and now. Michael K.

+1

Why do some Heresy Is seem to have their speaker terminals near the bottom of the cabinet; while most have these located toward the top? Obviously some could have merely been removed and inadvertently been inverted. But the ones I'm referring to are apparently factory. I assume this, as the ID tag is right side up. My "U" models have them near the top. Silly question I know but it's probably as simple as an error. But that just doesn't seem right.

This series has been fantastic. Either way it goes.

Overtime! Let's go Pens!

I've never been to the museum. However, given the joy that Mr. Klipsch's fine works have brought me over the years. I do feel like I should support the museum and keep the history alive. I'm in.