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    Klipsch H wr 12 b

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    2 hours ago, JRH said:

    16 ohms is irrelevant.  Advertising ratings have changed over the years.  The K-horn used to be rated at 16 ohms, but it had a 4 ohm DCR woofer even then.  If the caps are not leaking oil, they are likely fine.  I'd run them as they are, but have a little discretion on the volume control!

    thanks JRH!  I have another set of heresy ii speakers and I gotta say in my opinion the model h's (1961) sound way crisper and just produce better all around sound. I am using the heresy ii set now and just listening to the older ones every once in a while on conservative volume.. 

    klipsch 1961 model H Heresy' (SOLD)

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    I did my research. drove several hours to each way to risk buying these. I used my time, my money, asked knowledgeable people in vintage stereo community's all over Portland, called Bob crites, talked to him at length, he said your crossover boards are just plain RARE.. not one person said hey I know those speakers! everyone said never seen them, no posts online in all the dozens of forums about anything on these speakers. and found only one unit with horrible conditions to the cabinet and much later serial # sell for $1000. 

    so yes I am asking what i feel is a FAIR market value for a pair of never seen before heresy with sequential serial #. i am willing to see if someone wants to trade me klipsch speakers gear etc.. i am thankful for all the help that i have gotten. i again would love to keep them and might do so. but i also think that someone might cherish this rare set more than me.

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    klipsch 1961 model H Heresy' (SOLD)

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    2 hours ago, Dave A said:

    OK I agree but what is the market for something that shows up so rarely there is no established price? I bought an old Heresy type speaker in Nashville some time ago. I open it up and there are old K-42 woofers in there with great big Klipsch logos and unlike any I have personally seen before. Soldered lug K-55-V drivers and old K-77's. I have no idea what to make of it and I can't find an exact Klipsch spec sheet for this. I spent $375.00 on it. I have not listed this for sale and may never do so but one thing is for sure. IF I ever do what I paid for it will have no bearing on what I sell it for because I don't have to share my time and effort locating these things. No one who wants to beat me down on prices is willing to subsidize the times I lose or the long trips so pay or go away is what I say when I am selling used speakers. I go through things pretty fast so my prices for what people get must be fair. How this guy acquired this speaker is not relevant nor is what he paid for it.  I give people deals at times for various reasons but that does not happen when negotiation starts off with "are you crazy" or "I can buy six of those for what you are asking".

      So how many of these has anyone here seen before and what are the selling prices? 

     

     

    klipsch 1961 model H Heresy' (SOLD)

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    5 minutes ago, windashine said:

     

    The front grill cloth is stapled to the motorboard - however, can you remove the back panel for a further examination of the components in their historical perspective?

     

    Earlier in the first post, there was a request for information - I found this exert from a @WMcD reply back in 2014....

    https://community.klipsch.com/index.php?/topic/150483-request-experienced-advice-1968-h700-heresy-speakers-on-ebay/

     

    klipsch 1961 model H Heresy' (SOLD)

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    1 hour ago, richieb said:

     

    ^^^^^

    ==== I gotta agree. It seems a more rare than normal Klipsch speaker. Seller may have thought that for these speakers on this love for Klipsch Forum he might find someone that appreciates and collects such things. And he still may. 

    The price asked for any product follows the same saying as beauty - price and “beauty are in the eye of the beholder”.

    And as several other comments - if you don’t like the price, move on —.

    THANK YOU RICHIE

    klipsch 1961 model H Heresy' (SOLD)

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    1 hour ago, Dave A said:

    While I would not pay this two thoughts come to mind here. The Audio world is FULL of prices I would never pay. I mean $4,000 for a retarded cable??? Please spare me. This appears to be a genuine collectable antique and is worth far more than just a Heresy. How much more I don't know but can we agree these are pretty hard to find? I don't remember seeing one this old here before. If I were the seller I would hold to $2,800 and just find out what it is worth and ignore all the detractors.

      I don't see the guys selling early Altec drivers getting beat up over their huge number prices. For what it is worth I think he is asking a fair price to start with and let the market decide if it is right.

    THANK YOU DAVE!!

    klipsch 1961 model H Heresy' (SOLD)

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    30 minutes ago, Frzninvt said:

    I find it disrespectful that forum members are being potentially gouged solely on the fact that they are very early models in good shape.  At least be somewhat fair about it when you decide to flip a recent purchase. That said he is offering the forum a discount as he is asking $3200 on the Facebook Klipsch Owner's Page. :o

    maybe you should re read the post as they are 2800 on here not 3200. I changed the price a long time ago

    klipsch 1961 model H Heresy' (SOLD)

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    59 minutes ago, Westcoastdrums said:

    I am well aware of the difference.   English is my first language.   Sorry to crap on your thread, flip or not.... 

    I would love to keep them.. but again this is a very special set of speakers. and I would rather have a new set of heresy speakers that I wouldn't be worried a out setting to 11 on the volume dial... these sound amazing and I am just giving an opportunity to own a pair of rare speakers. thanks.Yes I am flipping them. but I worked hard to get these and both parties are extremely happy.

    klipsch 1961 model H Heresy' (SOLD)

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    klipsch model H  (Heresy HWR 12 B  )speakers in amazing stock condition. PLEASE SEE you tube video 1961 klipsch heresy's.. 

    SOLD

    left the klipsch factory on Feb 17 1961 serial # 212 and #213. notes in log books as new style.( no longer has grills on the side) first heresey's. still the exact way they left the factory with K77 horn k55 horn and kk22 woofer. grills in mint condition. cabinets in almost perfect condition I would call them a easy 9 out of 10. crossovers are stock.. these are extremely rare! please try to find any pictures. you tube post. notes. or anything else as you probably won't be able to find anything. 

    I am going to let these go as they are WAY to special of a matching set that I need.. And YES THEY SOUND FANTASTIC! AMAZING! ROOM FILLING VINTAGE audio... any questions I will do my best to answer. this is also listed on the klipsch owners Facebook page. possible patial trade for klipsch stuff ( new heritage heresey's) 70th aniv heresey's.. etc. 

    asking $1800. obo  plus shipping from Portland Oregon. more pics available upon request

    let me know what you think on these amazing speakers.. (SOLD)

     THANKS again Craig..

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    Klipsch H wr 12 b

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    now that I have them should I use them? they are 16 ohm and bob crites says that i wound not be able to find replacement parts for them (mid range, woofer, tweeters) and  they sound great but he also said the caps being this old are no longer good.. should I have him make me some new ones? should I just run them.. again they sound amazing

    Klipsch H wr 12 b

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    just noticed that each cabinet is loaded with different speakers. one has a K 55 and the other looks to have a woofer K 22 and a horn? they are sequential serial #s so I think that's how they came from the factory. 

    Klipsch H wr 12 b

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    Posted · Edited by Craigstanly
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    I have the opportunity to buy a pair of Model H wr 12 b serial # 212 and 213 in great working condition. I am not familiar with this vintage? anybody have any advice? they look great asking $675. TIA Craig

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