Ironsave Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 So after a few days of having these.... I'm blown away. They're like Heresy on steroids. Bigger sound stage.... Natural chest thumping bass ( no sub)... I use " pure audio" setting on my reciever now and it's like they DON'T NEED EQ ing.... Besides a crossover recap ( should I? They sound so good now against my re capped Heresy 1 speakers, it's crazy).... What else can be done to enhance their performance? Best placement? Toed in like Heresy or straight against wall? Ideas? Thoughts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woofers and Tweeters Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 I have never had the Chorus I, but have Chorus II. What old Yamaha is that you have? The biggest difference that I hear is when I play music through SS equipment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ski Bum Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 Try extreme toe-in orientation, with axis crossing several feet in front of the main listening position. Yes, it looks a bit odd if you're not used to it, but it helps to take advantage of your speakers polar pattern to completely eliminate any hard, early reflections from near walls, while expanding the sweet spot and stabilizing the image. (Anyone who thinks horns can't throw a convincing sonic image/soundstage really need to try this trick.) 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom b. 57 Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 2 hours ago, Ironsave said: So after a few days of having these.... I'm blown away. They're like Heresy on steroids. Bigger sound stage.... Natural chest thumping bass ( no sub)... I use " pure audio" setting on my reciever now and it's like they DON'T NEED EQ ing.... Besides a crossover recap ( should I? They sound so good now against my re capped Heresy 1 speakers, it's crazy).... What else can be done to enhance their performance? Best placement? Toed in like Heresy or straight against wall? Ideas? Thoughts? Why fix what's not broken. Don't get in a hurry to start "updating". Not always a good thing. Just my 2 cents worth. Tom 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 I agree with Tom b 57 to a degree, yes, it's easy to go overboard, but I would recommend sending your crossovers to Bob Crites for an update, (cheaper and just as good as buying new), and putting in Ti tweeter diaphragms. Diaphragms you can easily do yourself. Definitely toed in. Other than that, you should be good for a long time..... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ironsave Posted October 30, 2016 Author Share Posted October 30, 2016 Thank you for the responses. I'll probably get the capacitor kit from Crites in a few weeks. ( or have them do it).... I've found that for placement, flat against the wall is what I like best so far, but will try the suggestions. I'm definitely not trying to change everything at once. These really are the best speakers I've ever owned. I'm fortunate.... Even the Wife agrees they sound great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MookieStl Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 Matthews added port tubes when he redid his Chorus 1's. He felt it improved the bass. I did not hear them before the mod but heard them when he was done and they sounded great. I believe Shaun K has them now. Very inexpensive project that can easily by reversed if you don't care for it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derrickdj1 Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 Before adding port tubes/extension, playing with the distance from the rear wall will change the amount of bass. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wvu80 Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 7 minutes ago, derrickdj1 said: Before adding port tubes/extension, playing with the distance from the rear wall will change the amount of bass. I am a big fan of chest thump. If they are paired with, let's say a 15" sealed sub that pounds in the 35-120 Hz range, is the port tube or placement distance even needed? I have never owned or even heard Chorus II's but for some odd reason I feel like I must have them. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derrickdj1 Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 No, if your sub has good mid bass, you will get all the chest thump that you want. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MookieStl Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 I am assuming you Bass freaks missed the part where he mentions "no sub". 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjptkd Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 Congrats, excellent speakers for sure! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldred Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 Just add the stuff from Crites and enjoy.....Next buy one of these..... You re going to need one. https://www.farmandfleet.com/products/1003468-milwaukee-hand-truck-fold-up-hand-truck.html?feedsource=3 G.E.M. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grizzog Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 I've put the upgraded parts in many sets of speakers now. The results are always fantastic. But if you think they are awesome as is, why replace them now?Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MORE KLIPSCH PLEASE Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 Congrats on your Chorus II's.... Yea they are chest thumper's for sure..... One of my favorite to play.... It was one of the 1st Klipsch speakers I ever heard..... That sound has always stuck with me... Enjoy them... 4 hours ago, wvu80 said: I have never owned or even heard Chorus II's but for some odd reason I feel like I must have them. Ya got to Dave One of my favorite for sure..... Put some big power into them and they will just punch you in the chest... MKP :-) 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ironsave Posted October 31, 2016 Author Share Posted October 31, 2016 Thank you for the responses again. I should point out, I have an Emotiva 12" sealed 500w RMS sub. Honestly, it's not needed with these. ( unless listening to HT, explosions, etc). The "Pure Audio" setting on my Reciever bypasses the sub and EQ settings. It's PHENOMENAL for any kind of music. I had to eq the Heresy 1s plus sub to get what I wanted for music. These EXCEED THAT BY BIG LEAPS. Based on my research, the Chorus II are more desirable, but I'm just grinning every time I crank ANYTHING. No DISTORTION. CLEAR. CLOSE YOUR EYES AND IT'S A CONCERT. Can someone point me to the port mod mentioned? If cheap and easily reversible, might be fun to try.... FWIW, it's been 5 years since I've been on this forum. I hope to reconnect with those of you I knew.... Thanks so much 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MookieStl Posted November 1, 2016 Share Posted November 1, 2016 I don't know how to put the link in the post, but if you type "custom chorus" into the search line, it will pop up. Look for Matthews. PM him, he can give you more info. I know he really like the result. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Parnels Posted November 1, 2016 Share Posted November 1, 2016 On 10/31/2016 at 6:01 AM, MookieStl said: Matthews added port tubes when he redid his Chorus 1's. He felt it improved the bass. I did not hear them before the mod but heard them when he was done and they sounded great. I believe Shaun K has them now. Very inexpensive project that can easily by reversed if you don't care for it. I did the same thing and it did seem to make the sound richer. I moved the Chorus a little bit further away from the wall to avoid any murkiness in the bass. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjptkd Posted November 1, 2016 Share Posted November 1, 2016 I had Chorus 1's and II's at the same time, I felt they sounded more alike than different each have their strong points. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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