1gt Posted February 16, 2010 Share Posted February 16, 2010 I have the RF3II five speaker package with a Paradigm PDR12 sub. Klipsh is offering a limited run of the RF7's; I did not have the cash for the RF7's when I purchased the RF3II. Questions: what will I gain upgrading? I plan to keep the RF3's and integrate. Your opinion counts. Thanks for your time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ69 Posted February 16, 2010 Share Posted February 16, 2010 Repeat after me; Must buy RF-7s....................... Thanx, Russ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fish Posted February 17, 2010 Share Posted February 17, 2010 I had 3's and liked em',the 7's are 3's all growed up.If you kinda like the 3's,you'll love 7's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWL Posted February 17, 2010 Share Posted February 17, 2010 I had 3's and liked em',the 7's are 3's all growed up.If you kinda like the 3's,you'll love 7's.Yes. [Y] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rivernuggets Posted February 17, 2010 Share Posted February 17, 2010 I plan to keep the RF3's and integrate. I've had the RF-3II speaker package for 8 years, and will be an RF-7 owner tomorrow (used). The RF-3IIs are great but the upgrade bug is on. I hadn't thought of integrating the 3's with the 7's. I think the 7's may overpower because of their higher efficiency over the 3's. The decibel adjust on your AVR receiver can compensate for some of this. If you find the 7's do not integrate well, sell your RF-3II package to fund an RF-7 package. You'd have to wait for some used ones to come around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1gt Posted February 17, 2010 Author Share Posted February 17, 2010 Has anyone purchased the RF-7's for $1100/ea via the website? Is this the best way to go or is there another route? Again your assistance is appreciated/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockOn4Klipsch Posted February 17, 2010 Share Posted February 17, 2010 the upgrade will be noticeable. I went from RF5s to 7's and enjoy the 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1gt Posted February 17, 2010 Author Share Posted February 17, 2010 I listen to alot of stereo, 2496 album rips. The RF3;s will become part of the surround system. Using panny RP91 for my dvda and cd player, use a Denon AVR 1802 receiver for ampliification/ surround sound, Man Cave - room in basement 40' long 24' wide....Mits 65" WS 65611 all purchased in Dec 02. Of course 8' pool table, sectional etc Was a great Christmas. Had my eyes on the RF7's but could not pull it off at the time. Special run of the RF7's got me drooling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete H Posted February 18, 2010 Share Posted February 18, 2010 IMHO, the 7's are great speakers and they will integrate with the 5's just fine. I have both sets and have run them that way for HT at times. I personally would look at the used market and save yourself a chunk of money, so you can buy more stuff.[] Keep in mind that it's the way I've purchased most of my gear, because I love to hunt for a bargain and have made some great purchases that afford me equipment that I wouldn't have if it was all new. If you're ready to lay out a couple thousand for your main speakers, you are well in the range of picking up some Khorns, Lascala's, Belle's, Cornwall's.............you have a big decision to make. Stay with Klipsch, and you really can't go wrong! Welcome to the forum! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rivernuggets Posted February 18, 2010 Share Posted February 18, 2010 Listen to Pete H...buy used if you can. You can post what you're looking for in the Garage Sale section of the Forum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1gt Posted February 18, 2010 Author Share Posted February 18, 2010 .." Khorns, Lascala's, Belle's, Cornwall's", RF7's How would y'all rank these from top to bottom and why? again THX for the input Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete H Posted February 19, 2010 Share Posted February 19, 2010 Rather than ranking them, I would suggest you reach out to some members in your area that have them and take a listen for yourself. Only you can decide what appeals most to you. The great thing is that there is no wrong decision, just the one that is right for you. I have taken a turn into the heritage side of things, but will never sell my RF's, and listen to them daily as they are wonderful for what they are. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bairda Posted February 20, 2010 Share Posted February 20, 2010 I am close to you in Louisville and have both the RF7's and RF3 II's setup in my HT. The 7's are the L/R and the 3's are currently DSX wides. If you want to come take a listen, I can easily switch the channels for an A/B comparison. Just give me a heads up. Thanks, -Alex- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InVeNtOr Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 i didn't see it, but what are your room dimensions? i ask because Falcon20x had rf-3's and loved them. he went out and bought rf-83s because he liked the sound in the store. he forgot one important factor, his room is way too small. not bashing, he'll tell you himself, heck, i've been in it. if you have a good size room, i'd say get a pair of 7's, but if it's small (his is 12 x 10) stick with the 3's and do a crossover upgrade if you want to improve the sound. in fact falcon has a brand spank'n new pair of the original rf-7's he is trying to sell. here's the issue, he lives in TX and will only ship on a pallet. these are in such awesome shape he doesn't want to take a chance on damage. when i say awesome shape, i mean the type of shape speakers are when you just pulled them out of a box, because that is what he did. some how he found original rf-7's still in the box. the shipping cost will be at least $300. i don't know the selling price but most likely around $1200. so that gives you an idea of the cost of your bug. hope this helps good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1gt Posted March 17, 2010 Author Share Posted March 17, 2010 Pete H You are my hero ..listening to khorns right this minute .. thanks for the advive Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wuzzzer Posted March 17, 2010 Share Posted March 17, 2010 Wow, congrats! Considering RF-7s and ended up with Khorns. Nice choice!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Modified-Tractrix Posted March 17, 2010 Share Posted March 17, 2010 If you can afford the new RF-7's, why not buy new and support the company we love. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete H Posted March 18, 2010 Share Posted March 18, 2010 Pete H You are my hero ..listening to khorns right this minute .. thanks for the advive Now I need to take my own advice and get a pair myself. When the right deal comes along, I'm sure I will. Glad you were able to get a pair. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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