BobStrauss Posted August 22, 2010 Share Posted August 22, 2010 I have 2 floor-standing klipsch speakers that must be close to 15-20 years old, along with a subwoofer. I can't figure out which models they are, so I've posted links to photos of them below: http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/BobStrauss69/100_2693.jpg http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/BobStrauss69/100_2691.jpg http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/BobStrauss69/100_2685.jpg http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/BobStrauss69/100_2687.jpg I also have an old pair of Mitsubishi speakers that I want to use as rears, with an impedence of 6 ohms: DIATONE DS-32BmkII What I'm hoping to find is the best receiver I can find to power these speakers for around $200. Would the Harmon Kardon AVR 247 be a good fit with these speakers? I'd really appreciate any advice or suggestions the audiophiles here might have .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jtnfoley Posted August 22, 2010 Share Posted August 22, 2010 The stero mains are Forte, from 1987. Finish is Walnut, Oil I believe. http://www.klipsch.com/na-en/products/forte-specifications/ The sub is an RW10 http://www.klipsch.com/na-en/products/rw-10-specifications/ Others will chime in on other receivers, and I have no first hand experience with Fortes... BUT I have use a NAD T763 AVR and NAD components (stereo) with Cornwalls, La Scalas, Speakerlab-K (Klipschorn clones) and Quartets and I find NAD to be a nice match for horn-loaded speakers.The T763 was considered high-end but I've seen second hand examples going for $200 - $250. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill H. Posted August 22, 2010 Share Posted August 22, 2010 You will be just fine. I had the older model 240 HK and Fortes and it worked just fine. Hook up, relaxed and enjoy the Music. Fortes are a fantastic speaker. Excellent bang for your Buck ! Try listening without the Subwoofer and you'll be blown away at how deep the Fortes go.................Enjoy ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobStrauss Posted August 22, 2010 Author Share Posted August 22, 2010 I forgot to mention that one of the main things I am looking for is an HDMI-capable receiver, one that can be used with a PS3 to run high-def sound through those speakers for gaming, PS3 blu-ray viewing, as well as digital cable TV. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jtnfoley Posted August 22, 2010 Share Posted August 22, 2010 I'm not fond of Sony (had too many spectacular failures in my hands) but here's one: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16882105432 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willland Posted August 22, 2010 Share Posted August 22, 2010 Welcome to the forum. You got a nice pair of Forte's. Here is a very capable receiver that has all the bells and whistles you need and mates very well with Klipsch. Warranty also. Do not be afraid of refurbs. http://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/MARSR6003/Marantz/Sr6003-Dolby-Truehd/Dts-hd-Master-Audio-Av-Receiver/1.html Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wuzzzer Posted August 22, 2010 Share Posted August 22, 2010 I had a Marantz SR7001 that I absolutely loved. Worked perfectly with a PS3 and digital cable. They typically sell used for $400-500. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobStrauss Posted August 23, 2010 Author Share Posted August 23, 2010 Thanks everyone for the advice. And the Marantz receiver looks great but there is no way I can afford that right now .. I'm a law student with loan debt who basically has to turn tricks to survive. Around $200 (perhaps slightly more) is really as much as I can part with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
icon fan Posted September 10, 2010 Share Posted September 10, 2010 GET AN YAMAHA RX-V467 VERY GOOD RECIEVER AND VERY POWERFUL YOU CAN BUY ONE BRAND NEW FOR $300-$400 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
icon fan Posted September 10, 2010 Share Posted September 10, 2010 PS I HAVE ONE FOR MY SYSTEM TOP OF THE LINE ICON 105 PER CH .006THD 5 CHANNEL REICEVER VF-35 TOWERS VC-25 CENTER VF-36 (COMING SOON) RW-12d Subwoofer (ALSO COMING SOON) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firthy Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 I'll second Yamaha's RX line. If you're not afraid of "B-stock" warrantees, an RX-797Yamaha's top-of-the-line 2ch receivercan be had for $320 shipped on ebay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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