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  1. I use a Marantz 2230 in my medium sized office and think it sounds very good with plenty of power. Usually I listen to Apple Music off of my iPhone and Apple dongle, 3.5 to dual RCA's. A Marantz 2215, 2245 and 2270 would be similar. Also have used a Yamaha RX-950 (circa 1990) receiver that worked well also. Tried a couple of NAD receivers and Proton 1150 and 1200 power amps and wasn't as satisfied with them.
  2. I have a 2230 in my office powering my Chorus II's. No issues and sounds great, and so dang pretty. Highly recommend the 2230.
  3. I had the Marantz 2215 (only sold it because of recurring issues), now have the 2230. I don't care for the slide balance control either. With my Chorus II's it is more than plenty for me, glad I didn't pay extra for the 2270. If you can find a nice 2215, that wouldn't be a bad second choice. Good luck.
  4. Last summer I ordered from Klipsch 2 sets of replacement pads (1 walnut/1 black) for my walnut HP-3's when I was got the feeling that Klipsch was discontinuing the HP-3's and wondering about availability of replacement parts. When I finally was able to actually talk to someone to order them, I asked if they were discontinued and the rep said they weren't being made anymore, maybe they'd come out with a new model sometime in the future - not going to hold my breath on that. Guess we should be glad they actually produced the HP-3 for sale. The HP-1 and HP-2 they displayed at a couple of shows with the HP-3 never made it past that.
  5. I have one! (Or, rather, my son now has it). I used a RX-950 as my main unit for years, a lot of the time powering Magnepan 1.5's, 1.6's and 1.7's and then my Klipsch Chorus II's for awhile. This receiver is actually rated by Yamaha for 4 ohm performance (180 watts/ch). Never had an issue with the 4 ohm Maggies. For the price you'd probably pay at a thrift shop, it's a no-brainer, as long as it's in good working condition. When I auditioned my Klipsch Quartets the guy selling them demoed them on a Luxman R-117. Gotta say they sounded really good on that receiver. But my NAD 7000 receiver from the late 80's is pretty close to it in normal listening conditions. Get the RX-950.
  6. I ordered replacement earpads for my HP-3 headphones in mid-June and they shipped them to me the next day - so I know that part of Klipsch was open and working. The problem is in getting someone to answer the phone. Back in June when I ordered them, you could only call during a 4 hour period and it took me a few days before I actually got to talk to someone.
  7. I'm a little late to this thread - I too a few years ago bought a mint pair of Quartets for the house (I also have Chorus II's in my office). If you have access to other receivers or amps, try them out - I've found the Quartet's sound ever so different on other sources, you may prefer one over another.
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    Hey Klipsch ...

    2 weeks ago, after several days of trying, I was able to get ahold of someone at Klipsch to order a replacement pair of earpads for my HP-3's. He confimed (as I had suspected) that the HP-3's were discontinued. He did make the comment that Klipsch could in the future come out with an upgraded HP-3 (what, the HP-3 II?). I'm kind of not expecting that to happen.
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    HP-3 Headphones

    I think they're great for the $700 plus tax I paid for a new unopened pair (even if they were made on Oct 31, 2017). Prefer them to my Audeze LCD-2 Classic's. I also have/had Meze 99 Classics, Sennheiser 6xx, HiFiMan 4xx, some Grado's and these outperform them all and really do have that Heritage sound (as much as a headphone can). I will say for reference that I prefer a full, fun, you are there sound vs a more even neutral, analytical sound. They're fairly efficient, have a full bottom end, vocals are clear and highs have never been piercing (maybe not the best word). Will play well off of my iPhone 6S Plus, but do kick it up a notch (or two) with my Astell&Kern Kann DAP, and also with an ATC HDA-P2 Class A portable amp I just picked up using the line-out from my trusty iPod Classic (thanks to youtuber "No Theme Reviews" for cluing me in to this amp). I do wish they were a bit more comfortable. They earpads don't have that Audeze LCD plushness and the bottom of the headband is a bit hard. Otherwise, I'm enjoying them.
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    HP-3 Headphones

    Well, I ordered a pair of Klipsch HP-3's in walnut and will let you know what I think.
  11. rah

    HP-3 Headphones

    And I've wondered why there's no no talk about the HP-3's as I've read that they have that Klipsch "Heritage" sound. Surprised you've had no responses. I'm certainly interested in them also. As for your HP-3 or Meze 99 Classics question: I'm of the belief that as far as headphones are concerned, no one pair is right for all listening, plan on owning 2 or more different types. I own Audeze LCD 2-C's, Meze Noir 99's (the 99 Classic clone from Massdrop), Audeze iSine 10, Sennsheiser 650. The Meze Noir 99's are a fantastic bargain when on sale for $160 (regular $200). It is a closed headphone though so the sound is a bit more "closed" in which isn't that noticeable until you listen to something like the Audeze's open planar headphones. I haven't heard the the Klipsch HP-3's and don't doubt they'd be nice to have. Unfortunately their list price has increased to $1,379, even eBay used units are usually around $900 - $1,000. I'd get a pair of the Meze's from Massdrop, now called "Drop" (because they sound good, can be run off of anything and are relatively cheap) and after listening to them for awhile, see if you want to go further in the personal listening part of our hobby, which is going to mean more $ of course.
  12. I have Chorus II's and Quartet's, and have heard Forte II's - the one thing I think the Chorus II's do better than the other two is at lower volumes give me a fuller sound, more detail? (which I guess is to expected), so that I don't have to turn it up so much for those times when it can't be cranked. So, if I'm listening at lower volume do prefer the Chorus II. I like the Quartet's but find I need to listen to them at a louder level for my musical enjoyment.
  13. Have you checked with Klipsch to see if you can get new grilles from them? I bought a pair of new Chorus II grilles from them several years ago for about $115 shipped. Agree $1,000 is a bit high with no grilles, but then the supply of Klipschs in general is better in my area. I have a Marantz 2215 (15 watts/ch) receiver on the Chorus II's in my office that I'm happy with - I'd think the 2270 by itself would work fine (I'd love to try it )
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    What I Got Today!

    Minty Marantz 2215 receiver.
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