JSX2 Posted August 24, 2019 Share Posted August 24, 2019 (edited) Hello I just picked up my first set of Klipschorns the serial number is missing on the stickers as well as the finish type I did find these numbers is it possible to determine the finish from these? These are a little rough they need a bit of veneer repair and alot of clean up but I got them for a decent price . Ive always wanted a set since my high school days.. Thanks for any help in advance. Jeff Edited August 24, 2019 by JSX2 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Budman Posted August 24, 2019 Share Posted August 24, 2019 welcome to the forum the P in the serial number stands for 1976 as far as the veneer it looks like it could be walnut Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glens Posted August 24, 2019 Share Posted August 24, 2019 Looks like they've been moved a few times (or partied with). For a real speaker, cosmetic issues are unimportant and can be readily addressed. Congrats! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DizRotus Posted August 24, 2019 Share Posted August 24, 2019 Congratulations and welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrestonTom Posted August 24, 2019 Share Posted August 24, 2019 Those are nice speakers. Still pretty good looking after 40 years. If the underlying surfaces are okay, some edge banding from Joe Woodworker (or whoever), will get them back in great shape. Getting a decent match on the color and tone will take some experimentation. Good Luck and I know you will enjoy them, -Tom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave1290 Posted August 24, 2019 Share Posted August 24, 2019 Welcome to the forum. Nice catch right there. FINALLY got my pair of 1981 LS! I know EXACTLY what you're feeling! Again, welcome to the gaggle. Great group of guys right here! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
codewritinfool Posted August 24, 2019 Share Posted August 24, 2019 Congratulations and welcome! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emile Posted August 24, 2019 Share Posted August 24, 2019 17 hours ago, JSX2 said: These are a little rough they need a bit of veneer repair and alot of clean up but I got them for a decent price . They look decent in the pics ... just need some touch-ups. Mind sharing what you paid for these? @wvu80 keeps track on pricing for us Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSX2 Posted August 24, 2019 Author Share Posted August 24, 2019 (edited) 28 minutes ago, Emile said: They look decent in the pics ... just need some touch-ups. Mind sharing what you paid for these? @wvu80 keeps track on pricing for us No problem I paid 900.00 found them on ebay they were 1300.00 buy it now or make offer I offered 900 they were 15 mins from my house so it was an easy decision. They look all orig to me and sounded decent although the seller demoed with a pretty beat up Kenwood reciever. I opened them up and they have the Original woofers. I plan on cleaning them up new veneer on the edges and new grill fabric seller had a cat and the sides are wasted. They look like no one ever cared for them full of spider webs and dust they need some Love Might put a light stain on them and some new crossovers. Thank you for the warm welcomes.😃 Edited August 24, 2019 by JSX2 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emile Posted August 24, 2019 Share Posted August 24, 2019 2 minutes ago, JSX2 said: on ebay they were 1300.00 buy it now or make offer I offered 900 GREAT buy! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSX2 Posted August 24, 2019 Author Share Posted August 24, 2019 2 minutes ago, Emile said: GREAT buy! Thank you ! Like I said I always wanted a pair thankfully I have an awesome wife who puts up with all my Hi jinks. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wvu80 Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 On 8/24/2019 at 6:43 PM, JSX2 said: On 8/24/2019 at 6:16 PM, Emile said: They look decent in the pics ... just need some touch-ups. Mind sharing what you paid for these? @wvu80 keeps track on pricing for us No problem I paid 900.00 found them on ebay they were 1300.00 buy it now or make offer I offered 900 they were 15 mins from my house so it was an easy decision. Welcome to the Klipsch Forums. Wow, you did good, twice! Khorns in Good condition average $2177. In Average/poor condition it's $1433. +++ I track Heritage prices and I'd like to add your purchase to the spreadsheet. May I ask where you got these? 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSX2 Posted August 26, 2019 Author Share Posted August 26, 2019 3 hours ago, wvu80 said: Welcome to the Klipsch Forums. Wow, you did good, twice! Khorns in Good condition average $2177. In Average/poor condition it's $1433. +++ I track Heritage prices and I'd like to add your purchase to the spreadsheet. May I ask where you got these? Thank you, I picked them up in Mill Valley California. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnA Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 Congrats and Welcome!!!!! I first heard Klipschorns in about 1976 in Audio Systems in Nashville. A revelation! *I* wanted La Scalas because I thought I could afford them (took 20 years). Yours have the correct Klipsch sound, to me. This discussion will/may be of interest to you. In addition, I will add that you might want to consider this crossover mod if or when you decide to replace the almost 45 year old capacitors in your crossovers. The additional inductor will reduce the 9k Hz resonse bounce from the squawker a few dB and help balance system phase shift. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babadono Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 On 8/24/2019 at 4:00 PM, JSX2 said: I have an awesome wife who puts up with all my Hi jinks. Congrats. On both speakers and wife. Both keepers. Welcome to the forum. In your picture is the tophat not sitting correctly? On mine the collar sits over and in front of the bass bin front panel. And yes it looks to be walnut and if 1976 probably oiled finish. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSX2 Posted August 26, 2019 Author Share Posted August 26, 2019 (edited) 3 hours ago, babadono said: Congrats. On both speakers and wife. Both keepers. Welcome to the forum. In your picture is the tophat not sitting correctly? On mine the collar sits over and in front of the bass bin front panel. And yes it looks to be walnut and if 1976 probably oiled finish. Yes sir she is still my best friend going on 30 years..The hats were unbolted in that picture so they may have been out of the bolt holes the guy I bought them from was a super nice guy but not super tidy or detail orientated I think you are right on the walnut finish some of it is sun faded there are spots where someone spilled water or maybe beer 🍺 on it and it ran down the side. I think I am going to put new veneer on the edges and then refinish them both and install new grill fabric. Edited August 26, 2019 by JSX2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSX2 Posted August 27, 2019 Author Share Posted August 27, 2019 John A, I am definitely going to recap after I refinish them.. And I really appreciate your suggestion on the crossovers. You guys are all helpful and friendly and I thank you all. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 Welcome and congrats on a great purchase! Have fun with your project. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garyrc Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 On 8/24/2019 at 4:00 PM, JSX2 said: Like I said I always wanted a pair thankfully I have an awesome wife who puts up with all my Hi jinks. 34 minutes ago, JSX2 said: Yes sir she is still my best friend going on 30 years. I, too, have an awesome wife, who is my best friend, who loves the looks and sound of our Klipschorns. We built our Music Room and Home Theater together, and she built us a bunch of diffusors. We had our 44th wedding anniversary 3 days ago. On 8/24/2019 at 3:43 PM, JSX2 said: full of spider webs and dust What kind of music do the spiders like? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marvel Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 1 hour ago, garyrc said: We had our 44th wedding anniversary 3 days ago. Congratulations, Gary! And to the OP, they look very nice. Some in the know will probably recommend how to take care of the finish... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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