tom1066 Posted October 15, 2018 Share Posted October 15, 2018 Long-time lurker but first time poster. Picked up a pair of unmodified Cornwall I's a few years back and got hooked on the Klipsch sound. Been enjoying this community's knowledge and expertise - problem is now I want just want to move up into the La Scala, Belle, Khorn realm. And man the 402 horns look amazing - would love to give them a listen but I know how that goes - the pining and yearning, then the searching, the looking for a "deal", realizing their too good and very few let the good ones go and then finally forking out the cash for them. Same road I went down with my marantz tube gear but I have thoroughly enjoyed my Cornwalls with them so I know the search is usually worth it. Thanks again and look forward to learning more. Tom 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrestonTom Posted October 15, 2018 Share Posted October 15, 2018 Welcome to the forum. You have come to the right place. Your desire to "move up" and get better, and better sound is shared by many of us. We can sympathize! You will find quite a bit of collective wisdom on the forum. What part of the country do you I've in? There might be some deals on Jubilees (you mentioned the K-402 horns). Michael has some factory versions in Indiana and I have some part-clone versions in Connecticut. In either case, good luck, -Tom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris A Posted October 15, 2018 Share Posted October 15, 2018 1 hour ago, tom1066 said: ...the pining and yearning, then the searching, the looking for a "deal"... I believe that you're not alone here in that respect: there are many others that apparently scour the garage sale and alerts areas. Hope you find your entry into audio nirvana here--because I think that are a few of those that have here, too. It's a good pastime/hobby because there's basically no end to the incremental improvements that are available. My wife keeps saying that she's sure that the sound couldn't get better, and it keeps getting better nevertheless. I think that it's a good hobby because everyone that comes to listen benefits--it's a shareable resource. I've also found that helping others find their audio bliss here is also a worthwhile endeavor with personal rewards. I've found that a little "paying it forward" is good for the soul. Welcome to the community. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Emile Posted October 15, 2018 Share Posted October 15, 2018 2 hours ago, tom1066 said: And man the 402 horns look amazing Welcome Skip the "intermediate stuff" and go straight for the 402 horns ... or 510's 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEH Synergy Posted October 15, 2018 Share Posted October 15, 2018 Those little things? Don't you mean MCM? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave1290 Posted October 15, 2018 Share Posted October 15, 2018 Welcome Tom! Put your helmet on and buckle up for the ride! @Emileis right! Go for it ya only live once! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEH Synergy Posted October 15, 2018 Share Posted October 15, 2018 Those are the fortes of the big boys. I thought you said skip intermediate? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEH Synergy Posted October 15, 2018 Share Posted October 15, 2018 Welcome btw. Great people here and a wealth of knowledge and tastes to say the least 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators dtel Posted October 15, 2018 Moderators Share Posted October 15, 2018 Welcome and have fun, just remember do not go listen to anything else unless there is a chance to get them later, or it will drive you crazy. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted October 15, 2018 Share Posted October 15, 2018 3 hours ago, tom1066 said: Long-time lurker but first time poster. Picked up a pair of unmodified Cornwall I's a few years back and got hooked on the Klipsch sound. Been enjoying this community's knowledge and expertise - problem is now I want just want to move up into the La Scala, Belle, Khorn realm. And man the 402 horns look amazing - would love to give them a listen but I know how that goes - the pining and yearning, then the searching, the looking for a "deal", realizing their too good and very few let the good ones go and then finally forking out the cash for them. Same road I went down with my marantz tube gear but I have thoroughly enjoyed my Cornwalls with them so I know the search is usually worth it. Thanks again and look forward to learning more. Tom Welcome Tom. If you would post your location, there's a good chance there may be forum members not too far away from you that might be willing to audition their speakers for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom1066 Posted October 15, 2018 Author Share Posted October 15, 2018 Thanks for all the responses. I feel like I have read threads or posts from everyone of you guys, esp Chris A and his biamping FAQ. The questions regarding how to biamp, etc led me here and led me to getting a Protea (from the Garage here). I'm in Birmingham and have discussed w/ member coytee his 402s, etc over on AK after seeing all the glowing reviews here since he lives in Tenn. Right now though my weekend days and weekday nights are full of soccer, gymnastics, swimming and any other activity my four kids have going. But I know what this Dad wants for Christmas this year - its just a matter of convincing the "santa" aka my wife. Thanks again. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEH Synergy Posted October 15, 2018 Share Posted October 15, 2018 There's more than one Way to convince that santa that you have been or will be a good boy. Either or should entitle you to what should obviously rightfully be yours. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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