A1UC Posted September 6, 2016 Share Posted September 6, 2016 Okay I'm ready to buy some Khorns I want to try them . Are there certain yrs or anything that one should look for ? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Budman Posted September 6, 2016 Share Posted September 6, 2016 i personally like all the ones with the pie slice logos ( up to 1975 ) and the ones with the laser logos ( 76-77-78 ) all with the AA networks. Have to be the B style cabinets. ( KB ) - not a fan of the KC style. except the 70th annv. model veneer type / walnut - cherry - mahogany - brazillion rosewood no oak - no black 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USNRET Posted September 6, 2016 Share Posted September 6, 2016 I recommend the 2016 model for you. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A1UC Posted September 6, 2016 Author Share Posted September 6, 2016 I recommend the 2016 model for you. Well thanks Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dtr20 Posted September 6, 2016 Share Posted September 6, 2016 Sorry to hijack, but I'm almost in the same boat, I know of a pair of 1992 khorns with ak-3 crossovers for sale. Is there anything wrong with this model? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Budman Posted September 6, 2016 Share Posted September 6, 2016 forgot to say the best year for k-horns are the ones you own PM me anytime you need help on pricing or any other questions. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schu Posted September 6, 2016 Share Posted September 6, 2016 A pair with enclosed backs... Be prepared to ask yourself this question, "why did I buy P39's when I could have had the heritage sound the whole time"... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coytee Posted September 6, 2016 Share Posted September 6, 2016 I don't see a budget specifically stated... so why not look into the "Khorn II" and get the Jubilee. Take the Khorn, multiply 50 years of PWK experience into it. Add a dash of Roy's input and viola, you have a much improved Khorn. (no disrespect to any Khorn owners, I once was one) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricktate Posted September 6, 2016 Share Posted September 6, 2016 There is an oak pair in Kansas city.....but to your question there all good some just need some tweaking. If you can find a pair in poor condition at a good price buy them and fix them up. Model B verses C is no big deal. Your question can be answered better just by spending a few hours reading this forum. Because there are to many variables to your question....your experience...budget.....what your using them for....your room size and corners.....list could be long you see ? In short if you find a pair you like buy them if you can afford the bucks buy brand new ones. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WMcD Posted September 7, 2016 Share Posted September 7, 2016 It is a tough question. Certainly you should audition and determine that all the horns are working. I recommended a paper towel roller as a stethoscope particularly to listen to the tweeter. Listen to one at a time using a balance control. It can be difficult to hear a defect in one when both are playing. What makes it tough is that we don't know your pocket book and willingness to modify if you're not happy. You can see the progression of K-Horns here. https://2d73e25b29782b6d6766-9c8af5cbfef16739445bc76457060528.ssl.cf2.rackcdn.com/KhornTimeline_635116436015580000.pdf I observe that 1964 marks the beginning of the "modern" K-Horn with the addition of the K-400 horn. Maybe the 401 later is worthwhile. There is a progression of crossovers. On one hand, Klipsch apparently thought these changes were a good idea (though some is for tweeter protection against the stupid loud freaks). On the other hand, many here favor and retrofit the simple A type. Others have strong ideas about crossovers and mods. Perhaps the latter is like the Chevy - Ford - Mopar debate. None the less, I don't think there is a bad year. QC has always been high. The newer ones with the enclose back get silly expensive. But if you have the cash, maybe you could. Given the market, you probably will not have a wide selection. Shipping is expensive and anything near enough to transport yourself is, in my mind, good. Road trips, and tales of same posted here, are a right of passage. Like crossing the equator but no one dresses up as Neptune, or PWK (yet). Smile. WMcD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted September 7, 2016 Share Posted September 7, 2016 Are you looking for a specific veneer or? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappydue Posted September 7, 2016 Share Posted September 7, 2016 You guys must not know the OP well. He's got pockets deep enough...... Doubt he has any real budget constraints. A1UC if I were you I'd go ahead and find some new ones to hear and if you like just get the new 70th anniversary ones and call it a day lol. They are gorgeous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J M O N Posted September 7, 2016 Share Posted September 7, 2016 I'm guessing you are looking to buy with the possibility that you would resell if they didn't work for you. In which case, a used set will obviously make the most sense to minimize losses in the event of a re-sale. With that being said, my recommendation would be to look for the best cabinets you can find (condition and style/veneer/grills that you prefer). Once you have the cabinets, everything else is relatively easy to replace if needed, but you don't want to be shipping Khorn cabinets. In other words, if you have to chose between perfect cabinets or perfect components, go with the cabinets. All Khorns are great and there really aren't any years to avoid. The components have changed over time, but as mentioned you can configure yours however you prefer once you have good cabinets and aren't opposed to changing out components. Crossovers will need to be updated on older models of course, so if you buy a newer set you won't have to worry about that. Once you get Khorns, I would suggest finding some good Single Ended Triode (SET) amps to try with them. You may decide SET is not for you, but you at least need to give them a good audition (live with them for at least a couple months). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A1UC Posted September 7, 2016 Author Share Posted September 7, 2016 You guys must not know the OP well. He's got pockets deep enough...... Doubt he has any real budget constraints. A1UC if I were you I'd go ahead and find some new ones to hear and if you like just get the new 70th anniversary ones and call it a day lol. They are gorgeous. It's more like Mr Empty pockets lolSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A1UC Posted September 7, 2016 Author Share Posted September 7, 2016 I'm guessing you are looking to buy with the possibility that you would resell if they didn't work for you. In which case, a used set will obviously make the most sense to minimize losses in the event of a re-sale. With that being said, my recommendation would be to look for the best cabinets you can find (condition and style/veneer/grills that you prefer). Once you have the cabinets, everything else is relatively easy to replace if needed, but you don't want to be shipping Khorn cabinets. In other words, if you have to chose between perfect cabinets or perfect components, go with the cabinets. All Khorns are great and there really aren't any years to avoid. The components have changed over time, but as mentioned you can configure yours however you prefer once you have good cabinets and aren't opposed to changing out components. Crossovers will need to be updated on older models of course, so if you buy a newer set you won't have to worry about that. Once you get Khorns, I would suggest finding some good Single Ended Triode (SET) amps to try with them. You may decide SET is not for you, but you at least need to give them a good audition (live with them for at least a couple months).ToolShed is building me a DHT Integrated to use with this project , should see it in 30 days or so . Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A1UC Posted September 7, 2016 Author Share Posted September 7, 2016 Are you looking for a specific veneer or?Walnut or Rosewood Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A1UC Posted September 7, 2016 Author Share Posted September 7, 2016 You guys must not know the OP well. He's got pockets deep enough...... Doubt he has any real budget constraints. A1UC if I were you I'd go ahead and find some new ones to hear and if you like just get the new 70th anniversary ones and call it a day lol. They are gorgeous. 70th is awesome kind of want to make sure I like Khorns first . If I do I might look into them Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricktate Posted September 7, 2016 Share Posted September 7, 2016 Once you hear them you will ....like..... 70th anniversary are $16,000 a pair in case you didn't know. Only 70 of them made probably almost all gone now. So if you want those better write the check today and send to KLIPSCH free shipping to..lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A1UC Posted September 7, 2016 Author Share Posted September 7, 2016 Yeah I know the cost But prob start with a used pair see if I like them firstSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max2 Posted September 7, 2016 Share Posted September 7, 2016 If you have owned Belles or LaScala's and that didn't do it for you, just skip on to the Jubs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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