garymd

We've been having problems with our office building so when the quake began, we all thought it was our building finally giving in. We were actually relieved when we realized it was an earthquake. The 2 workers on scaffolding outside the 4th floor window thought the cables had snapped and they were goners. Other than some open file cabinets and pictures on the floor, we survived just fine. FWIW Larry - My wife was home alone and also thought someone was trying to break into the house.

Wow Larry. That looks amazing! I've been to a number of bluegrass festivals in the mountains of PA and WV but nothing quite as spectacular. There's nothing like the joining of great music and beautiful surroundings. Glad you were able to go. Did your brother join you? Sounds/looks like a wonderful experience. Thanks for sharing.

Leapin' and Lopin' is one of my favorite Sonny Clark LPs. I have 3 different copies. My older King pressing and the new 45 are both terrific. If you like that, try Cool Struttin' and Sonny's Crib (just to name a couple). Lots of jazz folks here on the forum. Back in the early days, we used to talk jazz quite a bit. Do a forum search and you'll discover a ton of great recommendations.

Contact Dean G if you want to upgrade your crossovers. Contact Bob Crites if you want to get them back to original spec. I'm not a fan of the 125s but many here are. Do some research and you'll find plenty of opinions. I like the original Klipsch sound with the K77s. I know of no midrange upgrades without modifying the motorboard. Good luck and welcome to the forum.

I suppose I will now have to re-address this issue. I also switched back and forth for a couple weeks at a time when I first bought my VRDs years ago and spent lots of time in triode, primarily with acoustic jazz LPs. At some point I decided UL was all I needed. I listen to a wide variety of music from acoustic jazz to classical to rock (sorry - no AC/DC) to bluegrass and always seemed to prefer the crispness UL provided. I have plenty of "goosebump" moments in UL but I will spend the next few weeks in triode then report back.

I paid a small fortune for an MFSL copy of CTTE but sold it shortly thereafter. I like my original much better. Not as quiet but definitely more musical. I'll be on the lookout for a Japanese pressing.

I'd give the edge to Close to the Edge with The Yes Album a close second. BTW - The Yes Album 180 gram reissue that came out a couple years ago is amazing. I don't know if it's still available but if you don't have a copy, find one!

If I'm in town I might be talked into coming. I know Dhar asked me if I was interested in going a while back. If so, I'll be sure to stop by room 219. I haven't seen you in what, 5, 6, 7 years now? Time flies!

Of the 6 or 7 pairs of Cornwalls I've owned, never have I had an issue with bass. I've run them outside with 100 feet of 18 gauge wire. No shortage of bass. Wire isn't the problem. You either have a polarity issue, maybe your wires are touching somewhere, maybe the crossovers (but I doubt it), maybe the amp. Keep playing with one thing at a time and you'll eventually figure it out. First thing I'd do is run them with a different amp and see what happens. Good luck.

Will a burned copy sound as good as the real thing? If it's close enough, I'll send you one. You really should hear the alternate Roundabout version if nothing else. I suppose I should listen to the LP again. Its been about a year. Thanks for taking the time to review the LP.

Please let me know what you think. There have been a couple LPs that never sounded good on my system but sounded terrific on others. One that always comes to mind is a Japanese pressing of Jethro Tull's first album. Same deal. Fragile is one of very few albums I prefer on CD. The original is not all that great either but sounds much warmer and more musical to my ears.

I have both the remastered 180 gram LP and the new CD (the US version I think) with the bonus tracks. I only bought the LP after being SO impressed with the CD. I LOVE the Roundabout "rough outtake" and I also think it blows away the original. The separation of instruments and harmonies is beautiful. I was really disappointed with the vinyl though. To my ears it was thin and lifeless and my original copy was significantly better. Yes, it's dead quiet and the detail is nice but it has no depth or texture IMO. It got rave reviews so I can only surmise it's one of those recordings that sounds great on some systems and lousy on others...mine being of the latter. If anyone is interested in a copy of the 180 gram vinyl that's been played once and probably not all the way through, let me know. $17 includes shipping. http://store.acousticsounds.com/d/34989/Yes-Fragile-180_Gram_Vinyl_Record

[] I love helping people spend money. I saw 3 copies, 2 were overseas. You'll like it Bill.

Sorry then. My bad.

That's sad. It's OK to enjoy different types of music and this one is hard not to like. There are a few copies on Ebay right now. If you buy one and don't like it, I'll buy it from you. What's up Patrick? You're right on time as usual.

I second that! I even had my jacket signed by Jack Sheldon while hanging with Allan in LA a few years ago. We had a big forum group with us that night if I remember correctly. Boomac, St. Patrick, Piranha, Garymd and the one and only Allan Songer. You'll LOVE this album and the sonics are amazing.

Yes, that would be for the pair and that's on the high side if I had to guess. I paid a little more for my '74s but they are practically flawless and include the risers. It's a tough market these days. BTW - I think Klipsh used whatever info packets they had laying around. When I purchased my 1980 Cornwalls new (in July 1980), the attached packet of paperwork clearly stated they were Cornwall IIs although we all know better.

Hey Mr. Favog! You know you've been here too long when you remember the days the Mighty Favog still called himself Tom.

What Budman said. I have a pair of '74 verticals also. Truth be told, although I've had the backs off a couple times, I couldn't tell you which mids I have. Based on the condition of your cane grills and the fact that they are birch without risers, I'd say $600-$700 tops. Cornwalls are still the best bargain in used speakers IMO. Good luck.

I'm guessing a phono-pre.

Josh - You can always have him try a Shure M97E. While not a really high-end cart, it's still a bargain at around $50-$60 from Amazon and definitely worth a try. It should mate well with both the AR and the Scott. I have one on a Thorens (currently not in use) I'd be willing to send if you want to try it out. It probably has about 10 hours on it. Just let me know and it's yours to play with.

HFB Craig Hey Tom & Patrick

That's awsome. I just noticed you're in Mt. Airy. I'm around the corner in Ellicott City. Where was the seller....ah....giver located? What is it about living in MD and finding free Klipsch speakers???[]

I tried the CT125s but went back to the K77s. I like the grittier, more live sound of the K77s. IMO, it's part of what makes Klipsch speakers sound like Klipsch speakers. Some agree, others don't. I suppose it's worth a try. If you don't like them, they're pretty easy to re-sell.