John Chi-town Posted December 5, 2017 Share Posted December 5, 2017 Does anyone happen to know, or will Klipsch provide the source of this material? I would love to replace original black fabric on my forte II with. Thanks, John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schu Posted December 5, 2017 Share Posted December 5, 2017 I want to use Hawaiian Moomoo fabric... 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted December 5, 2017 Share Posted December 5, 2017 22 minutes ago, Schu said: I want to use Hawaiian Moomoo fabric... That would certainly coordinate with the rest of your decor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dtr20 Posted December 5, 2017 Share Posted December 5, 2017 I talked to Bob Crites, and he mentioned klipsch has an exclusive contract with the supplier for the material (if I remember correctly). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wstrickland1 Posted December 5, 2017 Share Posted December 5, 2017 49 minutes ago, Schu said: I want to use Hawaiian Moomoo fabric... Is that stuff acoustically transparent? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jason str Posted December 5, 2017 Share Posted December 5, 2017 Duracrest fabrics, Elk Grove IL. You can find a near match on line if you look for it, may be available at the local fabric store as well. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moray james Posted December 5, 2017 Share Posted December 5, 2017 For those who want to put whatever they want on their loudspeakers great do what you want I totally understand. For those who want the best possible sound stay away from any natural fibers and use synthetic fabrics made with mono fibers which are smooth and round and the fabric sheer as they will result in the best possible sound. Natural fibers like wool are the worst possible choice for sound quality. Not looking to get into an argument here pick what you like for the reasons which are important to you and be happy. I simply wanted to make this point clear for those who are chasing perfection and most of those guys don't use a grill at all. Regards moray james. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deang Posted December 5, 2017 Share Posted December 5, 2017 Old school designers would use the grill cloth as part of the voicing. Is Roy "old school"? :-) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CECAA850 Posted December 5, 2017 Share Posted December 5, 2017 1 hour ago, Deang said: Old school designers would use the grill cloth as part of the voicing. Is Roy "old school"? :-) They take screens into consideration when voicing cinema speakers as well. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators dtel Posted December 5, 2017 Moderators Share Posted December 5, 2017 4 hours ago, Deang said: Is Roy "old school"? :-) Well he is old. 7 hours ago, John Chi-town said: Does anyone happen to know, or will Klipsch provide the source of this material? Lamb's 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Chi-town Posted December 6, 2017 Author Share Posted December 6, 2017 7 hours ago, jason str said: Duracrest fabrics, Elk Grove IL. You can find a near match on line if you look for it, may be available at the local fabric store as well. Thank you Jason. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cincymat Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 8 hours ago, wstrickland1 said: Is that stuff acoustically transparent? OMG, I hope that stuff is completely transparent! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 2 hours ago, dtel said: 10 hours ago, John Chi-town said: Does anyone happen to know, or will Klipsch provide the source of this material? Lamb's Classic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 30 minutes ago, cincymat said: OMG, I hope that stuff is completely transparent! No you don't. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Chi-town Posted December 7, 2017 Author Share Posted December 7, 2017 So I called Duracrest Fabrics a few minuets ago and spoke with Ralph Fortino, president of the company. What a great guy! Completely unpretentious. Said he could re-do my forte II grill covers with current lambswool fabric on forte III for just $100.00 after the 1st of the year. That is material, labor, etc. Also stated he has current Heritage grill cover badges for $20.00 each. Just a hop, skip and a jump to factory in Elk Grove Village, IL. So, should I stick with original badges which are perfect, or go with new? Decisions, decisions! Best regards, John 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted December 7, 2017 Share Posted December 7, 2017 Original 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceptorman Posted December 7, 2017 Share Posted December 7, 2017 2 minutes ago, jimjimbo said: Original +1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators dtel Posted December 7, 2017 Moderators Share Posted December 7, 2017 3 hours ago, John Chi-town said: So, should I stick with original badges which are perfect, or go with new? Decisions, decisions! Original imo, what color are your cabinets, most should look really good with that grill cloth. Sounds cheap for everything to have them redone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Chi-town Posted December 7, 2017 Author Share Posted December 7, 2017 dtel; My cabinets are clear oak finish. Yes, pricing is more than reasonable INMHO. John 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jason str Posted December 7, 2017 Share Posted December 7, 2017 Bring one of the risers in to determine if the grille cloth choice is the right one, sometimes it looks great on the roll or with certain wood tones and not so much with others. I would buy the badges if they are available, determine after the grilles are done witch badge looks best. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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