mrquery Posted July 21, 2017 Share Posted July 21, 2017 Hi All, Not sure if this has been covered here but I wanted to get views and opinions from you guys on how much speaker can I get for $2000 budget for 2 channel audio? I currently have no specifics other than it should be a. full range / room filling (my room size is about 8m x 5m) b. dynamic and c. refine sounding (which presents music as a whole and does not call attention to itself) Please feel free to chime in your "want speaker list" or "have/had speaker list" for this budget. Offers are welcome as well Thanks in advance - cris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USNRET Posted July 21, 2017 Share Posted July 21, 2017 There will be many questions I am sure but let's start with: 1) What electronics (source / amplification) are you using? 2) What type music? 3) Volume you require? 4) Do you have 2 good corners to place the speakers in? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert_kc Posted July 21, 2017 Share Posted July 21, 2017 A new stereo pair of RF-7 II are currently available from authorized dealers on eBay for $1,799 including shipping (USA). I recommend the cherry veneer. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wvu80 Posted July 21, 2017 Share Posted July 21, 2017 4 minutes ago, USNRET said: There will be many questions I am sure but let's start with: You beat me to it. My initial question was about budget, does the 2K include electronics? Related, does 2-channel audio mean 2 speakers only, or are you open to having a sub? My feeling is every system should have a sub. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrquery Posted July 21, 2017 Author Share Posted July 21, 2017 24 minutes ago, USNRET said: There will be many questions I am sure but let's start with: 1) What electronics (source / amplification) are you using? 2) What type music? 3) Volume you require? 4) Do you have 2 good corners to place the speakers in? 1) What electronics (source / amplification) are you using? Electronics: Main System: Eico HF-81 (strapped together for twice wattage) Second System: Marantz 2230 Third System: Arcam Delta Integrated Amp Speakers: Main: Klipsch KG4 Second: JVC UX7000 Third: Castle Clifton Source: Interchangeably Main: Thorens TD166 Second: MHDT Havana Third: Bluetooth Streaming via Logitech (using switchcraft interconnect) Others are mostly generic 2) What type music? Type of music from SKA to ROCK to JAZZ to Male / Female Vocals 3) Volume you require? about 100db when I'm in the mood 4) Do you have 2 good corners to place the speakers in? Don't have, please see attached photo of my listening area Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
opusk2k9 Posted July 21, 2017 Share Posted July 21, 2017 Where are you located? If I had $2000 to spend on Klipsch. I would be patient and get a pair of La Scala, KLF-30, and Forte II or Chorus II and maybe a sub for the La Scala. Given a little patience and depending on where you live (and being willing to drive), you should be able to get all 3 pairs for $2000 (I have). I would let the music/mood determine which pair to hook up on a given night. The mid horn on the La Scala is hard to pass up. The punch of the KLF-30s bass is great. IMO, the Forte/Forte II have the best output vs. cabinet size ratio of the extended heritage family. The Chorus II are more of a good thing vs. the Forte/Forte II. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teaman Posted July 21, 2017 Share Posted July 21, 2017 If you don't mind used you can find one heck of a pair of speakers for two G's. Belles, La Scalas, Chorus 1 and 2, Cornwalls, Forte 1 and 2, KLF-20 or KLF-30. You may even find a decent pair of used Pro speakers. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrquery Posted July 21, 2017 Author Share Posted July 21, 2017 42 minutes ago, robert_kc said: A new stereo pair of RF-7 II are currently available from authorized dealers on eBay for $1,799 including shipping (USA). I recommend the cherry veneer. Thanks, don't know if this beats my current speaker volume wise, what other advantage will this bring (I obviously haven't hear this yet)? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juniper Posted July 21, 2017 Share Posted July 21, 2017 (edited) A pair of Altec 604 8Gs, look up Jean Hiraga and Serious Stereos abilities with these types of drivers.....and a saw an iron Edited July 21, 2017 by juniper 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrquery Posted July 21, 2017 Author Share Posted July 21, 2017 10 minutes ago, opusk2k9 said: Where are you located? If I had $2000 to spend on Klipsch. I would be patient and get a pair of La Scala, KLF-30, and Forte II or Chorus II and maybe a sub for the La Scala. Given a little patience and depending on where you live (and being willing to drive), you should be able to get all 3 pairs for $2000 (I have). I would let the music/mood determine which pair to hook up on a given night. The mid horn on the La Scala is hard to pass up. The punch of the KLF-30s bass is great. IMO, the Forte/Forte II have the best output vs. cabinet size ratio of the extended heritage family. The Chorus II are more of a good thing vs. the Forte/Forte II. From Chicago here, I am relatively new to this place / country though I agree that having numerous speaker has their advantages, hence I have small speaker for casual listening, medium speaker for non loud listening and big speakers for those moment I want to shout, sing or dance along with the music. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USNRET Posted July 21, 2017 Share Posted July 21, 2017 27 minutes ago, mrquery said: 1) What electronics (source / amplification) are you using? Electronics: Main System: Eico HF-81 (strapped together for twice wattage) Second System: Marantz 2230 Third System: Arcam Delta Integrated Amp Speakers: Main: Klipsch KG4 Second: JVC UX7000 Third: Castle Clifton Source: Interchangeably Main: Thorens TD166 Second: MHDT Havana Third: Bluetooth Streaming via Logitech (using switchcraft interconnect) Others are mostly generic 2) What type music? Type of music from SKA to ROCK to JAZZ to Male / Female Vocals 3) Volume you require? about 100db when I'm in the mood 4) Do you have 2 good corners to place the speakers in? Don't have, please see attached photo of my listening area Stop doing this inverse speaker setup My opinion is a set of Chorus IIs used or spend on a set of new Forte IIIs. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrquery Posted July 21, 2017 Author Share Posted July 21, 2017 14 minutes ago, teaman said: If you don't mind used you can find one heck of a pair of speakers for two G's. Belles, La Scalas, Chorus 1 and 2, Cornwalls, Forte 1 and 2, KLF-20 or KLF-30. You may even find a decent pair of used Pro speakers. Most of my gears are used, don't have budget for new ones that I liked 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teaman Posted July 21, 2017 Share Posted July 21, 2017 1 minute ago, mrquery said: Most of my gears are used, don't have budget for new ones that I liked As you say you have not heard some of the speakers we are suggesting. I own three pair of KG4's and every other speaker mentioned at this point blows them away. Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrquery Posted July 21, 2017 Author Share Posted July 21, 2017 1 minute ago, USNRET said: Stop doing this inverse speaker setup Haha, you probably are right.. during that time I was craving for more decibel but those KG4's are intended to be given away to my father in law, where they are now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ACV92 Posted July 21, 2017 Share Posted July 21, 2017 52 minutes ago, robert_kc said: A new stereo pair of RF-7 II are currently available from authorized dealers on eBay for $1,799 including shipping (USA). I recommend the cherry veneer. I was looking at these as well. But, on one of the sellers pages they stated that there is 'no warranty' on the 'open box' ones. I'm not sure about the 'B Stock' veneer 7's. Don't know if this matters if you're used to buying used anyway. Just a thought. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USNRET Posted July 21, 2017 Share Posted July 21, 2017 Just now, mrquery said: Haha, you probably are right.. during that time I was craving for more decibel but those KG4's are intended to be given away to my father in law, where they are now. Contact @MetropolisLakeOutfitters to see what a pair of new Forte IIIs would cost you. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrquery Posted July 21, 2017 Author Share Posted July 21, 2017 1 minute ago, teaman said: As you say you have not heard some of the speakers we are suggesting. I own three pair of KG4's and every other speaker mentioned at this point blows them away. Tim Thanks Tim, forgive my construct, I was merely saying that most new speakers I like are way above my $2000 budget 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teaman Posted July 21, 2017 Share Posted July 21, 2017 You can get a lot of Klipsch for $2k. If you have anyone local to you that owns Klipsch Heritage you should give them a listen. There are a ton of speakers out there and something out there for everyone. You don't have to like what someone else likes. It just pays to listen with your own ears to see where you find yourself most content with the sound. I would also point out that Klipsch speakers punch way above their weight class. I have heard much more expensive speakers that sounded much worse than the Klipsch. The fact that you can find Heresies for $400 or so in pretty good shape and pair them with a sub or two and still be well under a grand is insane. Heresies will blow most other brands out of the water when going dollar for dollar. Do you have any limitations with your space? Heresies are small, not much larger than bookshelf speakers....but when you run them with a sub they are pretty hard to beat. They can sit on the floor with the angled risers they come with or you can put them on stands, end tables, etc to bring the tweeters and mids closer to ear level. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrquery Posted July 21, 2017 Author Share Posted July 21, 2017 4 minutes ago, ACV92 said: I was looking at these as well. But, on one of the sellers pages they stated that there is 'no warranty' on the 'open box' ones. I'm not sure about the 'B Stock' veneer 7's. Don't know if this matters if you're used to buying used anyway. Just a thought. Just now I got curious on the RF7's, I will do some more research. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ACV92 Posted July 21, 2017 Share Posted July 21, 2017 15 minutes ago, mrquery said: Just now I got curious on the RF7's, I will do some more research. Here's a pic from the website. I need to do some source upgrades first, but these are a must on my list. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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