garymd

We're just fine. Thanks for asking. I had the generator ready and enough gas for many days. Fortunately for us, the lights just flickered once, or it could have been my imagination. First time I can remember in the 18 years I've lived in this house that we didn't lose power during a major storm. Glad you're OK Fritz.

I recently bought a 430 for my daughter and (mostly) son-in-law to go with the Cornwalls I also picked up for them. Sounds terrific. I also had a 730 (or 930?) given to me a number of years ago by a forum member for my next door neighbor. It also sounded (probably still sounds) terrific although they moved a few years ago. I can't give an opinion as to which sounds better since I never had the chance to hear them side-by-side but it was easy to tell they were brother and sister. I got the 430 because the 730 sounded so good with Heritage speakers, not to mention what a bargain they are. I paid about $100 for a beautifully refurbished unit in perfect condition. I'm sure the 730 was originally purchased because Andy convinced us all way back when to give the HK's a try. He always bragged about his 430/Heresy combo! Andy - Nobody who took your advice was disappointed!

Looking forward to it, Larry. Thanks as always for putting this together. Did they open up the boxes on the side overlooking the stage for this performance? I went onto the website and had a difficult time determining whether or not the Promenade Boxes that look to be available are what we used to reserve each year. If so, I'm sure the musicians will be thrilled to have us back!

Clu jumps on every now and then. It hasn't been more than a couple months as Bruce said. And yes, nobody here ever was more kind and generous behind the scenes than Clueless.

I miss you too, Andy.[] Many of the old-timers rarely post anymore but it's always nice to see a legend such as yourself reappear. I do hope all is well and that your back isn't giving you too much trouble from hauling around those Heritage speakers for so many years. Also, in case you were wondering, the Zebrawood Cornwalls you built for me all those years ago are still as beautiful as the day they left the showroom floor. Really good to hear from you again. Take care. - Gary

Rubber Soul in stereo was also vocals one side, instruments on the other although they re-mixed at least some of the songs before the "Love Songs" album was released ("Michelle" has a center vocal image on the Love Songs album). Even the MFSL LP was recorded that way. That's one of the three or so I'd be interested in buying assuming they changed the mix.

I sure hope you're right Travis. I have all but 2 of the MFSLs and those are early LPs that don't get much benefit from the higher quality vinyl IMO. There are 2 or 3 I might buy if everyone decides they blow away the MFSLs. Looking forward to your reviews!

The "U" in the serial # indicates 1980. CBR stand for Cornwall Birch Raw. So, that means you own a pair of 1980 Cornwall 1s with a raw birch plywood finish. Without pictures, there's no way to know if the original owner added a finish to them which happens quite often. Edit: Just noticed the soft vinyl stapled to the speakers comment. Ouch.... BTW - The serial # should also be stamped in the wood on the back of each speaker. That way you'll know if yours have consecutive serial #s which is important to some people, particularly when matching unique grain patterns.

My Cornwalls have Dean's "Super B" crossovers that use a more expensive cap. They sound terrific but since I've never owned Bob's, I can't make any comparisons. I can tell you that it was a significant improvement over the original networks.

And as the flames climbed high into the night to light the sacrificial rite, I saw Satan laughing with delight the day the music died

I believe Shu meant to ask if you have a step-up transformer on your phono stage. Without one, you'll need a high output cart which usually means a moving magnet, ruling out the Denon 103.

February made me shiver With every paper I'd deliver Bad news on the doorstep I couldn't take one more step I can't remember if I cried When I read about his widowed bride But something touched me deep inside **The day the music died** So bye bye Miss American Pie Drove my Chevy to the levee, but the levee was dry Them good ol' boys were drinking whiskey and rye, singing... this will be the day that I die, this will be the day that I die. {instrumental} Did you write the book of love and do you have faith in God above, if the bible tells you so..... And do you believe in rock n' roll can music save your mortal soul and can you teach me how to dance real slow..........

We were looking for you a few days ago...... http://community.klipsch.com/forums/p/166500/1787405.aspx#1787405 Don't be such a stranger.

They look like cherry to me. Very nice. Congrats! Oops: I see Walnut clearly stamped on the box. Still, very nice indeed!

Not the best picture but it's all I have. It's also about 6 years old. The Cornwalls are about 12' apart on a 24' wall.

Sad to hear. He was definitely one of a kind and could still blow like a kid well into his 80s. That was a fun evening and one heck of a pork chop! I can't believe its been 7 years already. Haven't heard much from Allan lately......

There seem to be 2 opinions here. Mine (the right one []), and those who think it's all in the source material. Do you really think the OP has no good source material in his collection? Come on. The bottom line is you need a different amp for 2-channel. Period. Come to my house and I'll demonstrate. Bring ANY source material you like. I'll even play my "Mallete CD" for you. Are there any HT receivers that sound good for 2-channel listening? One that can top my Scott 299b or my VRDs/BBX combo for example? Maybe, but I've never heard one.

I'm just shocked to hear you're 6'-4"! I always pictured you as 5'-7", maybe 5'-8" tops.

I guess I didn't state that very clearly. My point was I didn't think the OP was experiencing a "good vs poor quality recording" issue. My point was that my experience tells me many HT recievers don't do a very good job with 2-channel music and trying a different reciever without spending a lot of money would be the best bang for the buck solution. I apologize for my unclear post. Now back to our regularly scheduled program.......[]

Sorry Mr. Mallette but I must disagree with you (doesn't happen very often). I went through something similar. I have a acoustically terrific room with Cornwalls and tried to "upgrade" my 1976 Kenwood receiver with a new HT reciever (this is back in 2001). To my shock and horror, the 2-channel mode on my new Sony ES was horrible at best. I eventually ended up using a Scott 299b for 2-channel with a switchbox to go between HT and 2-channel on my Cornwalls. My suggestion would be to find an old HK430 or some other nice 70s era receiver and use a Niles switchbox so your mains can be used with either reciever at the push of a button. It'll cost you about $200 total and you'll flip out when you hear the difference.

They look to be Walnut Lacquered (WL) from '87. Very nice. CII = Cornwall II, WL = Walnut Lacquered Pricing is tough to guess anymore. I'd say you could get a grand for these in such nice condition but you never know. Ebay could bring you more if you're lucky but then you have to deal with Ebay. Good luck. Find a local buyer or someone willing to make a trip. Those are definitely too nice to ship. Differences between the 1s and 2s.... 1s are rear mounted, 2s are front mounted and the inside is accessed by removing the woofer. The 1s have removable back panel. Also, they changed the drivers and crossovers. Do some forum searches for specifics.

Same exact thing happened to me. About 8 years ago I ebay'd my Marantz 7C. I advertised that I would not ship overseas but still, all my big bidders were in Asia and it ended up selling to a guy in Taiwan for about $3500. He immediately paypal'd me and had me ship to his buddy in Milwaukee. Couldn't have worked out more smoothly. Once Milwaukee put it on a plane to Taiwan, Taiwan had no recourse other than negative feedback.

Can't argue with you. There's nothing like it. My granddaughter just started walking about a week ago. She's a real terror around the house now! What's amazing (and sad) is how little I remember of my own kids at that age.

Way too many to list Dee, but try these three for starters. Can't miss. Seven Steps To Heaven Someday My Prince Will Come Something Else (Cannonball Adderley w/Miles Davis)

Let me know if you don't figure it out. Sounds like you've got it though. Always best to do it yourself, even if it takes a while.