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Just to muddy the waters, I own 24546 2 4, a 2 CD set consisting of 24547 "The Great Summit-The Master Takes" and 24548 "The Making of the Great Summit" (alternate takes). Remastered 24/96. I acquired this set thru BMG at a very reasonable price.

This is beautiful work. Whatever you're asking for them is probably too little.

I had been an Ellington fan for years but had not heard the Armstrong/Ellington collaboration perhaps because I'd read some critics opinion that it was not particularly sucessful. Then one day I came across a copy of the first CD release release in a used bin and purchased it. Boy was that critic an idiot. It is a terrific recording and when the re-mastered version came out, I bought it without hesitation. It sounds great thru my Cornwalls and although I have not heard the original vinyl, the CD does sound much better than average. That last cut "Azalea" sticks and sticks in the memory. (For those unfamiliar with it, it is the Duke on the piano sitting in with Armstrong's small group at the time doing all Ellington compositions.)

I imagine a pair of Heresys would be the best surounds for my Cornwall mains. However, I can't afford a pair at the moment. What else might work? What about the KSB 1.1?

Radio shack or One-for-All (made by the same company) $30 or so gets you a learning remote with macro keys. Several good websites for remotes inc remotecentral.com

Great! How'd that get thru without the ** ?

As far as the cabinet modifications go, you might want to take a look at an article from Speaker Builder of 3/89 if youcan find it called "Equalizing the Klipsch Cornwall" by Roger Floth. It describes cabinet reinforcements to reduce resonances, the simplist of which is attaching an 3/4" piece of plywood over the entire back. I myself am too reluctant to try anything on my beloved Cornwalls. I have a copy of the article but not the means to post it and would hesitate anyway since the magazine must own the copyright.

Sprocket, HDBR, etc. any comments?

Thanks bullsprig for catching that. Maybe not such a deal. I see you're from Jonesboro, Ark. Lived there myself years ago for 2 years while teaching at ASU. Can't say I miss it. (No offense intended)

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1382278510Nice looking pair for $900 (Buy it now); I'm tempted but don't have the space.

Some thoughts about your turntable: Is the B&O belt drive or direct drive? If direct, I'd replace it. If belt, perhaps the cartridge could be replaced (has it ever been?). If you are anywhere near a specialty ("high-end") audio dealer, they can often suggest replacement (Grado has some good reasonably priced ones). If you want to replace take a look at http://www.amusicdirect.com for Music Hall at 269.99 & 449.99; Rega at 439.99 & 749.99; Sumiko - 3 models under 750; and what looks like a great table, the VPI HW-19jr at 574.99. I have used this dealer for music and had no problems. Whatever table you get, definitely get a better phone preamp than the Denon. You can find plenty available from $25 to thousands of $. I'm not too familiar with them (I use my old Adcom preamp/tuner now just for a phone preamp), but I've heard the NAD PP-1 is decent. It's available new for 110-120 and often turns up on ebay for less.

Hey! that's great. Thnaks for all the replies. Sprocket - I'm in Hamden, work in Trumbull. 2 channel almost all the time (jazz, mainly) but DVD has sucked me in to suround. FredT - thanks for the info about the caps. Maybe eventually but right now I don't hear the issues you had. Cymbals are sharp & clear & "right there" on my jazz CDs & LPs. HDBR - Sorry, no A It would have been really something to match up with the actual builder of the pair. There is on the upper left hand corner a "T" followed by a couple of inches down an "O". Mean anything to you? Also the type is definitely not COO. I probably misread the handwriting, it looks more like COL. The veneer is definitely oak, the corners are mitered. Anything large is pretty much a no-go for center or surrounds. Although the room is fairly large (33' long), furniture, fireplace, doorways, etc. prevent use of the bigger speakers. (I doubt that the wife would go along either.) I hope eventually to use Heresy's for center & surrounds Is anyone familiar with the article from Speaker Builder of 3/89 by Roger Floth called "Equalizing the Klipsch Cornwall"? It describes cabinet modications and I was wondering if anyone has tried them.

You could go to Circuit City or so and buy a Technics or Pioneer or maybe a Sony for that price (actually you can buy an entire "home theater system" with A receiver/dvd player & 5.1 speakers for that amount! What a deal!) However, realistically (no, not Radio Shack), I believe at that price, used is the only way to go. People in this hobby or pursuit tend to upgrade often enough that quality used equipment can be found for sale on auctions or forums that can form the basis of a HT system. In part, I think, it depends too on whether the emphasis is to be on movies (then Denon, Yamaha, HK) or music (Marantz, NAD, Adcom, Rotel). Patience & persistence are needed and are usually rewarded.

Agree with the above. I run my NAD receiver main pre-amp out to my older Adcom 535 60w amp which powers the Cornwalls. Easier load on the NAD. I did bump up the center channel balance ao that dialogue wasn't lost.

You're lucky! Cornwalls at 21. I didn't discover them until my 30's. Like all good Klipsch they are extremely revealing of upstream components. As time & budget permit, upgrade. If you listem to a lot of vinyl, I'd start with the turntable, something decent but budget such as Music Hall. ( I picked up a Sonographe SG-3 as a trade-in at a local "high-end" audio dealer for a reasonable price.) If records are not a high priority, then I'd change the amp. Instead of the usual chain store stuff, I'd suggest Adcom, NAD, Rotel and the like. They'll serve you much longer. Again, bargains can be had second-hand from dealers, auctions, & the internet. Good luck, its a great adventure!

1. What Heritage speakers have you owned, currently own, or want to own? Cornwalls 2. What was your age when you first purchased a Heritage series loudspeaker? 44 3. What is your current age? 57 4. Why did you choose Heritage loudspeakers over another Klipsch model? dynamic sound; low power needed given high sensitivity 5. If you currently own some Heritage loudspeakers, and could purchase some more Klipsch speakers(new or used), which ones would you purchase? Why? Heresys for center and surrounds for Cornwall mains 6. Do you think the upcoming Jubilee should become part of the "Heritage" line, since it was also designed by PWK? not enough info

Agreed. Budget is key. I believe that if your looking under $500, you'll do much better than the Panasonic if you're willing to look for used or refurbished. Denon, Nad & others are available on ebay or the av forums. Won't be the latest & greatest but will work well and have some resale value when you're ready to upgrade. Don

Great Forums!! Can't believe I've missed this before. I purchased used Cornwalls in 1990: COD 32X021 & 22 (apparently 1982 from what I've learned here.) K33E Woofer, K51V Squawker, K77M Tweeter & B2 network. Beautiful golden oak finish cabinets. O=oak? D=?. Only modification was small casters added by first owner. I'd be interested in hearing of any possible modifications to improve the already great sound. Like many others, after years of 2-channel, I'm now looking at home theater & so am interested in possible surrounds & center that would fit with these. Music, however, would remain major interest (jazz, classical). Electronics currently Adcom & Mission.