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Looking for a pair of ALK Extreme Slope crossovers; ES500 and ES5800.
It doesn't have to be both; if you have only the ES500 or ES5800 I'd be open to that as well.
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1 hour ago, discodoc said:
Thanks all.
Can anyone point me toward a how to or FAQ for the Altec 811 -> La Scala (ideally La Scala II) horn swap? I need to decide whether or not I'm going to move to 811s before ordering the crossover network so I'm trying to understand how big of a deal it is.
I'm hearing that most people just put them on top of their existing cabinets which makes sense.
It kinda feels like I just bought a very expensive bass bin if the K400 is so bad and the tweeters DaveA produces are so much better.
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Thanks all.
Can anyone point me toward a how to or FAQ for the Altec 811 -> La Scala (ideally La Scala II) horn swap? I need to decide whether or not I'm going to move to 811s before ordering the crossover network so I'm trying to understand how big of a deal it is.
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14 hours ago, KROCK said:
Hi doc, I have the la scala ll with the ES 500 & the 5700. That being said, there is definitely a major improvement in the low end.
You mention improvement in the low end; do these increase the low frequency output?
I don't have a lot of space for a sub, so if low end output could be increased with a new network that would be great.
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4 hours ago, KROCK said:
Hi doc, I have the la scala ll with the ES 500 & the 5700. That being said, there is definitely a major improvement in the low end.
I also have the Altec 511 w/902t driver that blows away the 400 horn. Just switched the tweeter to Dave's LMAHL & B&C 120 driver.
I'M DONE!
Interesting. This sounds like the ultimate La Scala. Since you said "I'm done!" is it safe to say you agree or is there more to do?
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I've read that the La Scala IIs have an improved crossover network when compared to the original design. That being the case, does any one know if the ALK Extreme Slope kit would still be a worthwhile upgrade?
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Ahh, that's too bad. Oh well, black is fine for now and maybe I'll have someone do something custom in the future.
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16 hours ago, RandyH000 said:
they should be magnets , since the older series were stapled or Velcro , ---- removing the grilles should sound a bit clearer ---
Thanks, I suppose I'll find out soon enough. I actually just want to swap them for AL5 grills if I can find some, as I like the look a bit more.
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I've just purchased the La Scala II's I had mentioned earlier in the thread and look forward to actually receiving them. The horn-loaded bass was the primary factor, along with learning that I can drop a Tuba sub just about anywhere if needed. Thanks again to everyone for your input, I'm excited to join the Kilpsch club
One final quick question; does anyone know if the grills on the high section of the IIs come off easily? Are they just attached by magnets?
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1 minute ago, MookieStl said:
Dont be misled, the LS has great bass, just not low bass. It is fun, quick, hard hitting bass. I would definitely (and have) give up those few bottom hz to have that horn loaded bass. I'd rather have LS with no sub than any Cornwall over a year old. The IV is a completely different animal than it's predecessors but I have yet to hear it, so cannot comment.
It really is a preference thing and I don't believe there is a wrong answer. You will win either way.
Thanks for this. I'm just going to need to hear them, no amount of my typing away on this forum will compensate for that
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26 minutes ago, RandyH000 said:
did you give up on the LaScala II , did you audition them yet
I have not given up, but they are not local to me. I just know me, and I'm kinda a bass guy. I've been lusting after La Scalas for a couple years now, but, even with all of the magic I'm certain they will provide, if they lack low end I know I'm going to be wanting more.
That being said, this location really would not lend itself to a folded horn sub, and I don't want to run a conventional one. Price is not a factor, I'm just trying to choose what's best for my room and listening preferences.
46 minutes ago, Joel said:Looking at the slope of the ceiling and guesstimating the distance necessary from the sides, because of the 38" height of the Cornwall IVs, they will be closer together than recommended by Klipsch. As they are in my house. Toeing in more severely than you might think proper will widen your sound stage as well as the sitting area for listening. I would concern yourself also over the temperature of the room and your Mac tube amp, my having grown up with my bedroom at the top of structures with those sloped ceilings.
I've had my Cornwall IVs for six weeks now, powered by a MC275 and Mac C712. Chose them because after lusting over the LaScala for years I realized that my budget was getting stretched. Klipschorn would be the ultimate but truly need a room designed for them for full impact. Every time my wife shows me a house for sale on the internet all I ever look for is a room suitable for a pair of Klipschorns. So far, I have yet to see anything ideal.
You will love the sound and be surprised how minimally your rheostat will have to be moved before your hearing is detrimentally affected.
Enjoy!
The slope does not start until 49", so I could easily nestle the Cornwalls (or La Scalas; anything other than the Klipschorns) into the corners and have ~8 ft or so between them.
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Just now, Dave1290 said:
^^^^^^^ what they said. That Mc gear will play just fine imo. Ha! You're talking Klipsch but it's always better to hear what your planning on buying. You're in Seattle and I'm in Ohio but if ya want to make a road trip you're more than welcome. lol Perhaps someone closer to you has something you could listen too. Anyone nearby want to step up? I'm clueless but you never know. Maybe start a thread and see who's close to you. I know one guy here bought a bunch of Klipsch gear @ auction up that way. Not sure if there were LS in that stuff or not. Maybe: "Audition LS or CW near Seattle?" It's a start. Good luck and enjoy you're ride. Whatever you do you'll be one happy boy w/Klipsch.
Thanks. There's a dealer close to me that has Cornwall IVs but the closest dealer with LaScalas is a 3 hour drive. That's not out of the question, but if anyone is closer by that would certainly be great
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I'm leaning toward the Cornwall IV at this point just to keep the room less cluttered. I know they are nearly as efficient as the La Scalas, but should I be concerned about the MC225 only being 25wpc? I've seen some posts saying that once you start asking your amp to do heavier bass duty that things get muddy and more power would be better.
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49 minutes ago, Dave1290 said:
Flip a coin. Love my LS and wouldn't have anything else but everyone is different. Find a decent Heritage line dealer w/both in stock and give them a listen. Where are you located?
I'm about an hour north of Seattle. Dealer recommendations would be welcome.
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9 hours ago, Arne Stokkeland said:
La Scalas will benefit from corner placement and you will have room for a THTLP (tuba low profi)l on either side of the window.
Use a bench under the window for your equpment and it will be awsome!
La Scalas in the corners was my original thinking, but I know the the Tuba really benefits from corner placement so I'm worried I won't have a good place for it.
11 hours ago, BadChile said:I suspect putting any tube amp on a sub is going to quickly tell you which tubes are microphonic.
What height is the ceiling? I seem to recall the Heritage manual recommends a minimum ceiling of 8'-0"....
At the peak, the ceiling here is 10.5' high. From the window to the back of the space is 22'. This is actually an open bonus space over a three car garage so it's pretty large.
1 hour ago, Marvel said:That's what I said above with fewer words.
I love LaScalas, but I think the newer Corns would be a better fit.
Yeah, I would go with the IVs if I decided on Corns.
This is a great community, thanks so much for all the responses.
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Thanks for all the replies so far everyone.
I just found some La Scala II's at a reasonable price. If I were to run a THSPUD or TubaHT, could it function as the "table" for the components? The idea of rattling tube gear does not sound good to me, however maybe horn loaded subs act differently.
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1 minute ago, VNC Studio said:
Move all your stuff from that end and put Cornwalls.
Yeah, I suppose I should mention the room layout is not what it will be after the speakers are in place
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I'm trying to determine which of the La Scalas, Cornwalls, or Klipschorns would be best for my room. Amplification is a McIntosh MC225 with MX110 preamp. Listening preferences are mostly older rock on vinyl (Byrds, Buffalo Springfield, Led Zeppelin) but also more nuanced acoustic stuff (Van Morrison, Eric Clapton, James Taylor).
If you refer to the photo, the components will live underneath that window, and that wall is about 15' wide. It seems like that's probably too short for Klipschorns, especially since the ceiling slopes down to 49". So close, but too low for the KHs to fit snug into the corners.
I've been thinking La Scala's for awhile now, but after reading a bit more, it sounds like I should also consider the Cornwalls. I don't have any plans for a subwoofer in this space, and the lower 34hz response of the Cornwalls may actually be a better fit.
I'm posting here as I'm new to placement of the classic Klipsch series and hoping for some advice. Is this wall too short for all of these options?
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Soundsmith Hyperion MKII - Under 200 hours
in Garage Sale
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Hello,
I'm considering the sale of my Hyperion MKII which I purchased directly from Sound Smith in June 2021. It has less than 200 actual hours of use and I'm hoping to sell it to someone that will be able to appreciate it more than I have had time to.
I have the original box and booklet, asking $7499. Happy to use escrow.com or similar.
Thanks!