avguytx Posted February 9, 2017 Share Posted February 9, 2017 While still searching for Belle's, etc., I'd like to get a pair of Cornwall's in the meantime, too. Within 6 hour drive range is great. If you see something out there, know of a pair, or have a pair, pm me or post here. What the heck...I'll have a collection Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avguytx Posted February 10, 2017 Author Share Posted February 10, 2017 Funny how when you have the money to blow on stuff, there's none to be found. Belle's, Cornwall's, etc. Feast or famine. I ponder La Scala's but wonder how they'll react in my living room. I guess no worse than Belle's. Who knows till they're in there. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-js- Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 yeah, funny how that is, huh? I think especially if we're looking for Cornwalls. even more so if looking for finished product CW, as opposed to 'project' ones. since I've been following the forum, I've had the burn for bigger speakers grow on me. I finally got a little $ set aside, and got the WAF approved for a nice looking pair of CW's that I hope to be completing a deal on in a couple weeks. even with something in the works on that one pair, I've been watching for any others appear, since I have a little $ and the WAF on the deal. and have seen very few others that are not completely across the country from me. so yeah, I feel yer pain sir. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harmony08 Posted February 12, 2017 Share Posted February 12, 2017 https://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/ele/5945739996.html It might be pushing 6 hours - one way? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avguytx Posted February 12, 2017 Author Share Posted February 12, 2017 I'd seen those too. I used to live in Denton area for 6 years from 2003 to 2009. Not the worst drive ever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Discgolfer123 Posted February 12, 2017 Share Posted February 12, 2017 There was an original pair for sale in Arkansas late last year, might be able to search older listings on avalability. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avguytx Posted February 13, 2017 Author Share Posted February 13, 2017 On 2/12/2017 at 7:37 AM, harmony08 said: https://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/ele/5945739996.html It might be pushing 6 hours - one way? I emailed him a little bit ago. Sold about a month ago...just too lazy to delete the ads from the cities it's listed in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avguytx Posted February 13, 2017 Author Share Posted February 13, 2017 So are a used pair of Cornwall III's preferred over a pair of I's, II's, etc.? I would think you really wouldn't have to go on an updating/rebuilding/refinish project with a pair of those. I've read goods and bads about the CW3's versus the older ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avguytx Posted February 16, 2017 Author Share Posted February 16, 2017 Anyone? If cost were no object, or was justifiable for each, would anyone prefer a new pair of Cornwall 3's over the 2's or a pair of '78 models? What does everyone do to the '78's typically? Have I read that those have undesirable networks that need to be changed? So I spend $800 on a pair of '78's, another 250 on crossovers, change tweeter diaphragms, etc., etc and I'm in around $1200+. Will they sound better than a new pair of Cornwall 3's that "shouldn't" have to have a wrench turned on them? Anyone who's heard both, or all 3, iterations? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derrickdj1 Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 42 minutes ago, avguytx said: Anyone? If cost were no object, or was justifiable for each, would anyone prefer a new pair of Cornwall 3's over the 2's or a pair of '78 models? What does everyone do to the '78's typically? Have I read that those have undesirable networks that need to be changed? So I spend $800 on a pair of '78's, another 250 on crossovers, change tweeter diaphragms, etc., etc and I'm in around $1200+. Will they sound better than a new pair of Cornwall 3's that "shouldn't" have to have a wrench turned on them? Anyone who's heard both, or all 3, iterations? I think the answer is no. Sure improvement are made over time. Are all perceived improvements better for all people? I like the sound of some of Klipsch older offering in the Reference line compared to the new RP line. I think this will translate to the Heritage and Extended Heritage line also. Some people have already found their audio bliss and have left the circus. For the others, all aboard!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avguytx Posted February 16, 2017 Author Share Posted February 16, 2017 So a vote to stay with the 1's. Thanks Derrick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avguytx Posted February 16, 2017 Author Share Posted February 16, 2017 Or do I just build a set of Cornscala's and call it good? By the time you figure the cost of Cornwall's and then the upgrades/changes (better/new horns, new tweeters, mids, crossovers, woofers (maybe), etc) that's about the same price as all the parts for Cornscala's....most any model. But, at $800 a pair for Cornwall's, the cabinets are done and I don't have to mess with that part. I'm getting lazier in my old(er) age. I'd rather spend more time listening than building. Swapping tweeters and diaphragms is an easy peasy thing. Sheesh... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max2 Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 More in Tulsa or is this a fake add? http://www.ebay.com/itm/Klipsch-Cornwall-II-/292028452917?hash=item43fe409035:g:XZkAAOSw32lYozCM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rivervalleymgb Posted February 17, 2017 Share Posted February 17, 2017 I have a pair of Oak lacquered Cornwall II and a pair of La Scala in raw birch lacquered that I haven't used in a couple of years. Wasn't really looking to sell them but I really need to thin the herd. Both are mint, but you would have to twist my arm to get me to sell them. I am getting tired of paying storage fees... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDBRbuilder Posted February 17, 2017 Share Posted February 17, 2017 34 minutes ago, Rivervalleymgb said: I have a pair of Oak lacquered Cornwall II and a pair of La Scala in raw birch lacquered that I haven't used in a couple of years. Wasn't really looking to sell them but I really need to thin the herd. Both are mint, but you would have to twist my arm to get me to sell them. I am getting tired of paying storage fees... Storage fees wear you out! But it is surprising how many folks keep things in storage which ends up costing more than the items are worth over time (TRUST ME, I am one of them!). That is EXACTLY WHY my "retirement plan" is to build a storage rental place (with my workshop next door!)...what's good for the goose is good for the gander! That way I can store as much as I want and still MAKE money instead of SPENDING money on storage fees! You live...you learn! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avguytx Posted February 17, 2017 Author Share Posted February 17, 2017 2 hours ago, Rivervalleymgb said: I have a pair of Oak lacquered Cornwall II and a pair of La Scala in raw birch lacquered that I haven't used in a couple of years. Wasn't really looking to sell them but I really need to thin the herd. Both are mint, but you would have to twist my arm to get me to sell them. I am getting tired of paying storage fees... PM sent Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avguytx Posted February 17, 2017 Author Share Posted February 17, 2017 Ok, mgb....reply to your PM! Ya got me all dressed for the dance! ha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted February 17, 2017 Share Posted February 17, 2017 I have a pair of Oak lacquered Cornwall II and a pair of La Scala in raw birch lacquered that I haven't used in a couple of years. Wasn't really looking to sell them but I really need to thin the herd. Both are mint, but you would have to twist my arm to get me to sell them. I am getting tired of paying storage fees...Could you please send me photos of the La Scala's, and then consider bringing them to hope? If so, I might consider going to pick up your shorthorn for you… Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rivervalleymgb Posted February 18, 2017 Share Posted February 18, 2017 Didn't get a chance to get to the storage building for pics tonight. Try again tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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