BigCliff Posted April 5, 2011 Share Posted April 5, 2011 Well seeing that you guys did such a fine job in helping me pick out my Harmon Kardon AVR 3600, here is a new upgraditis scenario. I am currently using a RC 52 center between my Chorus IIs, which does the job, but looking for ideas for something better. Keeping in mind that my wife will not stand for another floorstanding speaker as a center, unless it is small. If I could sneak in a Heresy, that would be what I would do but to big for her taste. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davis419b Posted April 5, 2011 Share Posted April 5, 2011 An Academy would be perfect ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigCliff Posted April 5, 2011 Author Share Posted April 5, 2011 An Academy would be perfect ! I know it would be a perfect match for the Chorus but for the Chorus IIs also? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davis419b Posted April 5, 2011 Share Posted April 5, 2011 Absolutely ! They both have the same horn and basicly the same tweeter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigCliff Posted April 5, 2011 Author Share Posted April 5, 2011 Chorus IIs and Chorus have different midrange horns, tractrix and exponential respectivly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clermontcop Posted April 5, 2011 Share Posted April 5, 2011 Hi BigCliff I still have my Academy for sale. It comes complete with brand new networks built by Bob Crites, Titanium Diaphragm for the tweeter, and the phenolic diaphragm in case you want to put the original back in. Just a thought. Also, how is that HK working for you?[Y] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clermontcop Posted April 5, 2011 Share Posted April 5, 2011 Isn't she just beautiful. You want to talk about soundstage, you should hear this speaker with the new networks in it. Clarion pure clarion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigCliff Posted April 5, 2011 Author Share Posted April 5, 2011 Hi BigCliff I still have my Academy for sale. It comes complete with brand new networks built by Bob Crites, Titanium Diaphragm for the tweeter, and the phenolic diaphragm in case you want to put the original back in. Just a thought. Also, how is that HK working for you? Th HK is working great now I am looking to upgrade MAYBE. I will PM you on the Academy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ironsave Posted April 5, 2011 Share Posted April 5, 2011 Cliff, I will throw this out there..... Academy is still probably the closest match...... (Not 100% certain though)..... I submit........ Klipsch KV-4 and KLF C7....... No; they aren't the "perfect timbre matched" speaker, but I believe the larger 8" woofers and tractrix horns would be a nice match....... Mine works excellent with the Heresies, and is more efficient; I think it is 96 or 98db..... I have it turned down 3db vs. the Heresies 94db....... Problem is.... Where the heck would you put it? (I have seen your setup...... These babies are big!). Cliff; I would be willing to bring my KV-4 over for a demo; if you are up for it....... (I am busy this weekend and most of next; so depends on how much of a hurry you are in)......... PM me if interested..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ironsave Posted April 5, 2011 Share Posted April 5, 2011 KV-4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ironsave Posted April 5, 2011 Share Posted April 5, 2011 FYI, the KV-4 is not for sale.... [] Here is a pic of my calibration mic...... Thought we might have similar ones...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chisoxpurdue Posted April 5, 2011 Share Posted April 5, 2011 I have a KV3 for sale. It sounds good between quartets and ok or a little better between the fortes. I have not put it between the chorus IIs but same family. I would second the Academy, KLF-C7, and KV3. Another thread in this forum suggests a SC3? being decent as well. If you wanted to hear the KV3, I am in the NW suburbs and we could work something out I am sure. Also working on the center "vertical" heresy project. I could bring one of those for you to hear. Those are not for sale but you could hear it and see what you think. I also have a regular Heresy. I believe you are from near Chicago or else I am thinking of someone else. I am gone this weekend, but around next week and weekend. Even around tomorrow night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moray james Posted April 6, 2011 Share Posted April 6, 2011 just a question but have you tried fantom centre? Would solve looking for a matching centre channel. Best regards Moray James. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigCliff Posted April 6, 2011 Author Share Posted April 6, 2011 Cliff, I will throw this out there..... Academy is still probably the closest match...... (Not 100% certain though)..... I submit........ Klipsch KV-4 and KLF C7....... No; they aren't the "perfect timbre matched" speaker, but I believe the larger 8" woofers and tractrix horns would be a nice match....... Mine works excellent with the Heresies, and is more efficient; I think it is 96 or 98db..... I have it turned down 3db vs. the Heresies 94db....... Problem is.... Where the heck would you put it? (I have seen your setup...... These babies are big!). Cliff; I would be willing to bring my KV-4 over for a demo; if you are up for it....... (I am busy this weekend and most of next; so depends on how much of a hurry you are in)......... PM me if interested..... When I change my receiver I moved my center out from under the TV. I have it on the side where the Sunfire sub was. In the near future, Yes I would like to give yours an audition. THANKS MATT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigCliff Posted April 6, 2011 Author Share Posted April 6, 2011 I have a KV3 for sale. It sounds good between quartets and ok or a little better between the fortes. I have not put it between the chorus IIs but same family. I would second the Academy, KLF-C7, and KV3. Another thread in this forum suggests a SC3? being decent as well. If you wanted to hear the KV3, I am in the NW suburbs and we could work something out I am sure. Also working on the center "vertical" heresy project. I could bring one of those for you to hear. Those are not for sale but you could hear it and see what you think. I also have a regular Heresy. I believe you are from near Chicago or else I am thinking of someone else. I am gone this weekend, but around next week and weekend. Even around tomorrow night. Well I think the KV3 will not do the job, the KV4 will but I hope my wife will not be too upset with its size. Like I had said earlier, if it was up to me I would use a Heresy as a center but my wife would not go for that at all. FYI "chisoxpurdue" I was born and raised in Bridgeport and I am a BIG Sox fan hope they can have a great season this year. When Matt and I set up a date for him to come over, you will be more then welcomed to come over also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ironsave Posted April 6, 2011 Share Posted April 6, 2011 When I change my receiver I moved my center out from under the TV. I have it on the side where the Sunfire sub was. In the near future, Yes I would like to give yours an audition. THANKS MATT Cliff..... No problem.... Just let me know (in advance; at least a few days) when you would like to to this..... For me it is just 2 wires; then bring it over....... ChiSox..... Would love to meet you...... [Y] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigCliff Posted April 6, 2011 Author Share Posted April 6, 2011 just a question but have you tried fantom centre? Would solve looking for a matching centre channel. Best regards Moray James. Hi Moray, I have never really heard of that concept, how do you set that up? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chisoxpurdue Posted April 6, 2011 Share Posted April 6, 2011 If you guys let me know when you are getting together, and wouldn't mind, just let me know. I would be glad to head on over. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigCliff Posted April 6, 2011 Author Share Posted April 6, 2011 We will keep you posted. I guess you should bring you cue stick with you, I have a pool table in my basement 2-channel man's cave. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ironsave Posted April 6, 2011 Share Posted April 6, 2011 just a question but have you tried fantom centre? Would solve looking for a matching centre channel. Best regards Moray James. Hi Moray, I have never really heard of that concept, how do you set that up? Cliff, I think it is just a matter of turning off the center channel in the HK's menu. When surround modes are used; it sends that center channel info to the front left and right speakers...... This might be a good solution till you get your replacement....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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