annexus Posted May 28, 2010 Share Posted May 28, 2010 hello i ve heard so many good words about klipsch heresy III and i wonder if these speakers would match with my CAYIN A50 T tube amplifier. any help? thanks dimitris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ69 Posted May 28, 2010 Share Posted May 28, 2010 That should be a very good match. Do you have a sub? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daddy Dee Posted May 28, 2010 Share Posted May 28, 2010 You will be delighted with the results! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
annexus Posted May 29, 2010 Author Share Posted May 29, 2010 what is a "sub"? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
annexus Posted May 29, 2010 Author Share Posted May 29, 2010 do you think that this amplifier has enough power to drive for these speakers? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwwrs Posted May 29, 2010 Share Posted May 29, 2010 Even running in triode with 16 watts, believe me you'll have all the power you need. Randall Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rivernuggets Posted May 30, 2010 Share Posted May 30, 2010 what is a "sub"? Subwoofer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
annexus Posted May 31, 2010 Author Share Posted May 31, 2010 since i ll use them just for music,is the subwoofer necessary? if yes, how do i connect one to a 2 channel amplifier? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Chi-town Posted May 31, 2010 Share Posted May 31, 2010 It depends on your pe-amp, or integraed amplifier. bowever connectivity would not be an issue. Better yet, look for a nice vintage pair of forte II. INMHO the best "Value vs. Footprint vs. Price". Perhaps the best imaging as well. The forte II bass response will null any need for a sub for music only. I have a sup with my forte II's for 2.1 movie watching only. The forte II is a step up from the Heresey III in overall sound and bass. Can pick up a mint pir of forte II's on ebay right now for about $600-700 in original boxes. Take a look at the forte II forum board on this website and see what others have to say about the mighty forte II! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ69 Posted May 31, 2010 Share Posted May 31, 2010 since i ll use them just for music,is the subwoofer necessary? Yes, it is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Chi-town Posted May 31, 2010 Share Posted May 31, 2010 It is for Heresy. Forte II would not require a subwoofer for music, unless you want to crack your foundation!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
annexus Posted May 31, 2010 Author Share Posted May 31, 2010 i 'll use it mostly for vinyl records with the tube amplifier mentioned above and for jazz music. i am not a technician and it gets me to doubt if heresys are the right for me having to add a subwoofer. i have no idea where to connect one and where to place it (infront of my system is not an option). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Chi-town Posted May 31, 2010 Share Posted May 31, 2010 Again; My recomendation fo you is a pair of forte II speakers. They retailed for about $1000.00 -$1200.00 a pair in the late 80's to mid 90's. If they were made today, they would probably be about $1200.00 a piece. Following are the specs. The forte II has the tractrix mid-range horn, which is outstanding not only for Jazz but all genres of music. Many on this forum claim that the reason they were axed was that they "Canibilized" the Cornwall market. For the music you listen to you will not be diapointed. If you do not overpay, depending on condition a fair value on the used market is $300-$650 a pair. You can always sell for what you payed if unhappy, but that probably will not happen! Specifications FREQUENCY RESPONSE 32Hz-20kHz(+-)3dB POWER HANDLING 100 watts maximum continuous (500 watts peak) SENSITIVITY 99dB @ 1watt/1meter MAX ACOUSTIC OUTPUT 119dB SPL NOMINAL IMPEDANCE 8 ohms CROSSOVER FREQUENCY HF 7,000 HzLF 650 Hz MAXIMUM ACOUSTIC OUTPUT 119dB SPL TWEETER K-75-K 1" (2.54cm) Polymer diaphragm compression driver HIGH FREQUENCY HORN 90(o)x40(o) Exponential Horn MIDRANGE K-61-K 1.5" (3.81cm) Phenolic diaphragm compression driver MID FREQUENCY HORN 90(o)x40(o) Tractrix® Horn WOOFER K-25-K 12" (30.48cm) Fiber-composite cone active / KD-15 15" (38.1cm) Fiber-composite cone passive ENCLOSURE MATERIAL Medium density fiberboard construction (MDF) ENCLOSURE TYPE Bass reflex via passive radiator DIMENSIONS 35.4" (89.92cm) x 16.5" (41.9cm) x 12.25" (31.1cm) WEIGHT 67 lbs. (30.42kg) FINISHES Walnut Oil, Oak Oil, Oak Clear, Finished Black BUILT FROM 1989 BUILT UNTIL 1996 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
annexus Posted May 31, 2010 Author Share Posted May 31, 2010 your comments about forte II make me very curious about them. what i did not mention, is that i am in greece,which makes it difficult to find a decent pair of forte II. even in ebay i have to trust a seller' s description about condition and the packaging materials he will use for the long journey of the speakers to me. the other thing is that i ll put them in a new house that i 'm moving soon. so,i ll have to get a factory new product(but i ll keep an eye for forte II too). so the question is : is heresy III an appropriate buying for my amplifier? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Chi-town Posted June 1, 2010 Share Posted June 1, 2010 It is. However for good bass response you may need to add a sub-woofer as others have mentioned. Heresy is a very good speaker. It really depends on personal taste. What is nice about the forte II is the mid range horn, and the 15" passive radiator for deeper bass response.Everything in audio is "Subjective" not everyone hears the same thing. So, I would go with the Heresy III's if you like, see how they work, and decide after time whether or not a sub is required from "Your Standpoint".Any 2 channel preamp/amp can tie in a sub. If you send me a picture of the back of your preamp and amp, I can tell you how to connect the sub. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ironsave Posted June 1, 2010 Share Posted June 1, 2010 Welcome to the forum! Heresy IIIs were redesigned about 4 years ago (I believe it's 4 years ago, thus the designation HIII). They have very much improved bass response. They also are improved in the midrange and highs. They are better in every way compared to HIs or HIIs. I think you would be very happy with them; and they can thump nicely compared to HIs and HIIs, without a sub. Forte or Forte IIs are more bassy; and sound great. The IIs with the Tractix horns really shine.They are taller and require a bit more room.... You will have difficulty getting a good pair in Greece (unless you are willing to spend at least half the purchase price in addition for shipping, maybe even more.....). I believe HIIIs with a sub can match or possibly exceed the Forte/ Forte II sound..... I have HIs and I often do 2 channel with my sub off.... depends on the artist; style of music; etc.Heresies LOVE tubes.... thats what everyone says. Also; each speaker has it's own "style"; they both sound great; but slightly different. This is my opinion; and if possible; listen to them both and decide for yourself. I have..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
annexus Posted June 4, 2010 Author Share Posted June 4, 2010 i have now ordered a new pair of hereys III. i am going to receive them in about a week. i know like any machinery that they need a period to adjust their parts. then i may need your help to connect a subwoofer,since i am completely ignorant in technical issues(but very well informed in music!) thanks to all of you for your help! dimitris www.vinylkiosk.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ironsave Posted June 7, 2010 Share Posted June 7, 2010 Congrats! (Me jealous.... []). Post some pictures when they arrive.... we love pics! We are here to help with your sub; etc...... Cheers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cfelliot Posted June 9, 2010 Share Posted June 9, 2010 I run my Heresy IIIs with 2 subs - they're great alone, but just awesome with the subs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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