JMChris

Thanks! I’ll sleep on it!

As I posted previously, I'm new to Klipsch and started my search for a pair of used Heresy's (either IIs or IIIs). I just happened to run across a new in-the-box, unopened pair of Heresy III in Cherry (A stock), out-the-door for less than $1600 from a legitimate retailer (they install HiFi systems and have a pair in their inventory). While I didn't necessarily want to buy a new pair, I'm thinking that this price is too good to pass up. Am I foolish for hesitating and should I jump all over these?

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That gives me hope... and seems more reasonable.

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Didn't pan out... When I went back to get them, I took a closer look and they were not as "Mint" as I/he thought. A few nicks and scratches here and there, front corner issue with one of the speakers, and half of the top of one speaker having discoloration (sun fading mark). I would have rated the condition of the cabinets a 90 out of 100. More importantly, the owner did say without a doubt that they need the "caps" replaced. Apparently he is an audiophile with a lot of Klipsch friends (started naming off all of the Klipsch classics that he and his friends own), perhaps some are members of the KAC. He was adamant that they needed "Crites upgrades" (I think I read up on that somewhere). I ended up offering him $400, explaining that with the condition and needing upgrades it seemed like a reasonable offer, but he would not budge. He said he needed to get $500 for them. I respectfully asked him to meet me in the middle at $450, which I thought was generous of me, but he declined. Now, did I have buyers remorse before the purchase? I think not, but when you're standing in a million dollar home overlooking an equally beautiful lakefront view and the guy wants top dollar and won't budge, the street-wise kid in me kicks in and I can get stubborn too. Frankly, I think he will sit on them. They have been up for sale since November, so I don't think I'm the first to make him an offer. In his mind he was originally asking $800, then dropped the price to $500. Thus the search continues... Thanks again for the information, it was a big help.

Incredible data! Thank you. $500 may be a little high, but I'm not sure how often another nice pair will come up, so I'm not too concerned about $50-$100 more. As long as I'm happy with them. My first pair of Klipsch!

Thanks! I'm going to pick them up tomorrow afternoon. I'll post pics as soon as I get them home.

They appear to be from 1978 based on the "S" serial number. Ironically, I had a chance to buy another pair of MINT Forte II for $900. I thought they were brand new, but the guy told me they were Forte II speakers (in light oiled wood, not sure what type, maybe oak??). They were absolutely flawless. I would have rated them 100 out of 100. Anyway, I was going to pay $900 for the Forte IIs but he changed his mind and decided to keep them. I told him if he ever decides to sell them to give me a call. I'm on the top of his list. Lastly, another guy posted a pair of new Cornwalls online locally for $2500. He just purchased them new in September. I didn't want to go that big, so I hesitated. When I finally got around to calling him on Monday, he said he just sold them. I don't know much about the Cornwalls other than what I've read. But $2500 seemed to be a steal. For now I'll be happy with the Heresy speakers. Oh, and for those of you looking, there is a guy in Milwaukee who has a pair of Heresy IIIs, with original boxes and paper work, listed for $1000. The cabinets look a little rough for Heresy IIIs, but the price is attractive. Check Facebook Marketplace...

I’m going to buy them! I don’t think I can go wrong. Given the condition, and the price, it’s not much of a risk. I’ll post pics once I grab them. thanks for all the responses!

Yes! I did listen to them and they sound very nice. Now, do they sound as good as they did when they were new? Not sure. But I’ll cross that bridge if and when I need to. For now, they seem awesome. So I’ll probably pick them up tomorrow.

I’m not sure if the year, but the serial numbers are consecutive. 695960 & 695961

New to the forum and new to Klipsch. I was in a vintage Hi-Fi shop over the holidays and listened to a pair of Forte IIs hooked up to a classic Marantz 2270 receiver... WOW! So I started to search for a pair. Ran across a "mint" pair of Heresy I in HOL finish. Original owner, non-smoking home. They are mint (no scratches or dings). And they are all original, with no upgrades. He was asking $800, but agreed to take $500. I told him I would let him know by tomorrow. Thoughts?? Price good, or a bit steep? Candidly, I'm more of a JBL guy. I own a pair of beautiful JBL L100s, but something about the Klipsch speakers and the history, I figured it was time to expand my horizons and take the plunge into owing a pair to see/hear what all the fuss is about! Any insight is appreciated! THANKS