CT vintage Posted January 5, 2011 Share Posted January 5, 2011 Hi folks, i just bought a pair of nice '86 khorns but 2 of the wood framed, cloth covered sides are pretty broken up. I'm hoping to find someone who can sell me a decent set. Here's the new additions to the family.[8] An interesting story... these khorns were owned and used by Dave Lapoint who was a pitcher for the NY Yankees back in the 80's! In 2007, Dave gave them to his friend and I purchased them from the friend today. Pretty cool. [Y] This makes 2 pairs of Khorns in my livingroom now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennie Posted January 5, 2011 Share Posted January 5, 2011 Well, Congratulations! They're Beautiful! Also, that is a very cool story, to go along with the speakers. Thanks for sharing it. Welcome to the forum, we're glad you're here. Dennie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennie Posted January 5, 2011 Share Posted January 5, 2011 Oops! I just noticed the date you joined. You've been here a while and I guess you haven't had much to say, until now. Glad you did and again, thanks for the Pictures. [Y] Dennie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockhound Posted January 5, 2011 Share Posted January 5, 2011 Nice score I bet they sound fantastic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quadklipsh Posted January 6, 2011 Share Posted January 6, 2011 wish i could help.[:S] and yeah that sounds like you neva found any issues to share after joining the forum back in 2003, until now [] good hunting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HPower Posted January 6, 2011 Share Posted January 6, 2011 CT, Congrats on the the speakers. Your side story kind of reminds me of the Seinfeld episode "The Mom and Pop Store"... JERRY: You bought a car because it belonged to Jon Voight? [] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwilson55 Posted January 6, 2011 Share Posted January 6, 2011 Congrats on your find and welcome to the forum! I hope this is the year I join you as a Khorn owner. I'm looing, but just haven't found exactly the right pair. Greg Roberts is member on this forum (greg928gts). He may be able to help you out. If you are a diy'er, I think he good photos on his website for building these as well. Good luck, Joe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CT vintage Posted January 6, 2011 Author Share Posted January 6, 2011 Thanks people! I am not a DIY'er and would prefer to buy a pair if they're available. If I can't find a used pair... I assume I could buy them brand new from Klipsch? Does anyone know this for sure? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CT vintage Posted January 6, 2011 Author Share Posted January 6, 2011 Hey people... it turns out that I can salvage one of the side grill panels. A little wood glue and some bracing and I think it'll be fine. So, I only need one side panel. If anyone has one let me know please. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CT vintage Posted February 9, 2011 Author Share Posted February 9, 2011 UPDATE: I sent Dave Lapoint a letter asking him if these Khorns were his. He wrote back saying that they were in fact his and that he "used them with a Kenwood receiver and monster wire... a long time ago." He signed the letter and signed a photo of him (that I included) from 1986... back when he owned these speakers. Pretty cool guy! Here's a quick video of 4 walnut khorns in my smallish living room. I just got them all set up and the furniture moved around. Also, just hooked up my "new to me" Onkyo TX-N1000 receiver... which is daunting to set up! [8o|] View My Video <----VIDEO LINK [ip] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebes Posted February 9, 2011 Share Posted February 9, 2011 Good luck with your search. Looks like 14 gauge rewire internally plus newer caps, so I guess somebody has been at the xovers, but maybe not. Maybe that's the monster wire he's referring to. Go Yankees! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
runninshine Posted February 9, 2011 Share Posted February 9, 2011 Grill cloth is easy to come by. You might be able to find a woodworker in your area to build you a side piece for not too much money. It must be nice having 4 Khorns in your place.[Y] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fini Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 Now that you're pals with Lapoint [], it would be cool if he (or his friend) could dig up a shot of himself with the Khorns. GO GIANTS! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest " " Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 the crossover caps and the heavy guage wire is standard for that era. also note, that khorns made with lumber core, have a more breathtaking veneer grain pattern. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CT vintage Posted February 11, 2011 Author Share Posted February 11, 2011 That would be cool ! Actually, I was pretty surprised that he even replied to my letter and gave me 2 autographs. I don't know if I should take advantage of his good nature & generosity. [H] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CT vintage Posted February 11, 2011 Author Share Posted February 11, 2011 khorns made with lumber core, have a more breathtaking veneer grain pattern. What else were khorns made with and why did it make their veneer more or less breathtaking? [*-)] What years were different types of wood used? thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest " " Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 khorns made with lumber core, have a more breathtaking veneer grain pattern. What else were khorns made with and why did it make their veneer more or less breathtaking? What years were different types of wood used? thanks many are made with birch plywood. those that are birch plywood rely on the grain patterns of the finish side of the plywood. some were also made of MDF. lumbercore has no finish side until they are veenered. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fini Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 As I understand it, lumbercore comes from the factory only with a finished veneer. Generally speaking, lumber core is a higher grade plywood than veneer-core (or mdf-core). I doubt Klipsch did any veneering (at least for flat-panel speakers) at their factory. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HudsonValleyNoah Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 I have a pair. (or two...) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
runninshine Posted February 12, 2011 Share Posted February 12, 2011 I have a pair. (or two...) Noah, if I could find the front top section I would buy those in a heart beat ( if they are for sale). I love that style cloth. I think I am just going to have to contact wendell fabrics to replace my cain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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