HT - New Klipsch Series or Heritage for HT? Help!

[Randy --]

Hey Guys ....

I'm trying to "verify" that my thinking is correct -- The Heritage line (Forte fronts, Academy center, KG surrounds) seems to be the best bang for the buck for HT; or are the newer Klipsch HT series better (they are more expensive)?

Thanks!

Randy

[Dr. Jim Mixon]

To me, all Klipsch stuff is good. I'm predjuced about Heritage gear I guess since that's what I've got. Also to me "listenin' is better than thinkin'." I don't think you can ever go wrong by listening first.

[o0O Bill O0o]

Couple of points:

0. BUDGET!?

1. Used Speakers in great condition are always the better value.

2. ITU, Dolby, and THX all recommend 3 identical front speakers- So 3 Loudspeakers (Forte II, Heresey, or chorus)- across the front.

3. ITU, Dolby, and THX all recommend that surrounds should be of the same brand /series or just more Forte II, Heresey, chorus..

4. New Klipsch are great.

My best bang for the buck formula would be patient and collect 5 to 7 Heresy speakers of the same version ( I, II, or III) and 2 Klipsch subs ( anyone larger than 12") I have found hundreds of pairs of Heresy I in great condition for less than $200pr and a SW15 sub less that $250- So ~$1100 for a complete killer system?

OR

Purchase 3 Pairs and 2 subwoofers of new Klipsch Speakers and try and stay under 3K.

[Bill H.]

Also,

If your Married or living with someone.

1. Room Size also will determine the speaker or speakers you can get.

2.WAF / FAF

3. As others have stated, finally Budget- Take your time, but buy the Best you can afford. (this will Hopefully stop the upgrade bug)- Good Luck.

4. Room decor- Colors. What speakers will go with your Furniture or Architect Tastes...........

[Randy --]

Thanks, everyone!

Randy