Futureman Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 (edited) Hello all. I'm seriously thinking about dipping my toe into the Klipsch pool. I'm an Electro-Voice fan, and a bit apprehensive to move out of my comfort zone. But if I'm able to find a deal close to me, I'd probably bite! So, I'm looking for a pair of Fortes, even if they need a little TLC. Heavily modded speakers may be out of my price range. Thanks! Edited April 25, 2014 by Futureman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
minermark Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 Welcome, look on Craigs list, iv been seeing them everyday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Youthman Posted April 25, 2014 Moderators Share Posted April 25, 2014 Welcome to the forums. Where are you located? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Futureman Posted April 25, 2014 Author Share Posted April 25, 2014 Hello, Youthman. I'm in North Canton, Ohio. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Youthman Posted April 25, 2014 Moderators Share Posted April 25, 2014 Here is a pair in Willoughby for $699. Honestly, that's pretty high. You can often find Forte II for around $400 - $550. You might be able to make an offer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Futureman Posted April 25, 2014 Author Share Posted April 25, 2014 Yep. I've had my eye on those, but haven't bitten due to the asking price. Can't hurt to make an offer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Youthman Posted April 25, 2014 Moderators Share Posted April 25, 2014 Here are just a few of the many Forte II around the US for around that price range. $500 - Link $500 - Link $625 - Link $525 - Link $500 - Link I use www.searchtempest.com to search nationwide craigslist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Futureman Posted April 25, 2014 Author Share Posted April 25, 2014 That's helpful. I've missed out on a few pairs in the last few months. Gotta be patient. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Youthman Posted April 25, 2014 Moderators Share Posted April 25, 2014 Patience is totally the key. I picked up a pair a last year in original box and in beautiful condition for $225.00. $450 is pretty common though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Youthman Posted April 25, 2014 Moderators Share Posted April 25, 2014 Hello all. I'm seriously thinking about dipping my toe into the Klipsch pool. Just a word of caution....no one ever just dips their toe into the Klipsch pool. It might appear to be this beautiful pool, but in reality, it's more like this.... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Youthman Posted April 25, 2014 Moderators Share Posted April 25, 2014 And don't expect one of us to throw you a life preserver when you get in over your head.....we'll jump in the "pool" with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woofers and Tweeters Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 I like EV too. Which EV do you have or favor? You have a PM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybob Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 (edited) I like EV too. Which EV do you have or favor? You have a PM There was some collaboration with Klipsch and EV. Some Klipsch speakers in the past came with EV speakers. Aristocrat corner speakers were a PWKlipch design. Klipsch...A descent into the Maelstrom! EAP Edited April 25, 2014 by billybob 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJkizak Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 Remember too the shipping cost may blow the price. JJK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Futureman Posted April 25, 2014 Author Share Posted April 25, 2014 I like EV too. Which EV do you have or favor? You have a PM I have the Interface C ii (with the EQ). Love them! I had the B's before that and would love to have the D's one day. My interest in the Forte speaker is to have something with which to compare the EVs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Chi-town Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 Forte II sold in the day for a $1,000.00 a pair. Factor in inflation, and you would be looking at a price tag today of about $3,500.00 New you would have to purchase Cornwall III at $4K a pair. My point is, at the end of the day what is an additional $100.00 or $200.00, if better condition, upgraded and local? Best of luck in your search. Best regards, John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Futureman Posted April 25, 2014 Author Share Posted April 25, 2014 How does the quartet compare to the forte? A gentleman has offered $300 for them. My EV's have me spolied when it comes to the lower end. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Chi-town Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 Same tweeter and midrange, less bass output. Still a very good speaker, like a Heresey with more low end. I have owned my forte II since 92, and aside from an all horn speaker very hard to beat an extremely well balanced speaker. Hold out for the forte II INMHO....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woofers and Tweeters Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 Same tweeter and midrange, less bass output. Still a very good speaker, like a Heresey with more low end. I have owned my forte II since 92, and aside from an all horn speaker very hard to beat an extremely well balanced speaker. Hold out for the forte II INMHO....... ^^^ This ^^^ I haven't heard the Interface C, but was reading up on it. The Forte II will give most speakers of comparable size a spankn' without any problem. There have been EVs in my family since I was born, so I know that EV will hold its own. The mid horns might be a bit 'bright' sounding next to the paper mids. If I were closer, we could throw them both in the ring...Bring them on over. AND Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Futureman Posted April 26, 2014 Author Share Posted April 26, 2014 (edited) Jweber, here are my C's: http://www.audiokarma.org/forums/showpost.php?p=6760853&postcount=1 The C's (93 db) are not as efficient as the forte, and can dip down to 30 Hz with the eq. They are *very* laid back (and coupled with tubes and a nagaoka cartridge, maybe too laid back). I can listen to them all day and never get fatigued. I'd love to compare them to the forte (or forte II). I don't have much of an opportunity to audition speakers, and would prefer to hear them with what I'm already running since "system synergy" is always important. Edited April 26, 2014 by Futureman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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