pbm60 Posted January 18, 2021 Share Posted January 18, 2021 I would like to get a set of K speakers for my music/listening room. It's a small 12x12 room. I have a Marantz 2220 specs are: Power output: 20 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo) Frequency response: 10Hz to 50kHz Total harmonic distortion: 0.9% Damping factor: 45 Input sensitivity: 1.8mV (MM), 180mV (line) Signal to noise ratio: 77dB (line) Channel separation: 35dB (line) Speaker load impedance: 4Ω to 16Ω Could you please give your recommendations.I listen to everything a lower volumes usually. I prefer floor standing and no subwoofer. New or used and around $1000 Thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceptorman Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 Welcome. That's a good budget for a pair of speakers. Are you located in the states? Your location will dictate your choices. You can go used or new. Klipsch has a lot of choices for speakers. Look around the classified section on here to get an idea what's available... or at Klipsch.com to look at new speakers. Even your type of music can sound better on one type of speaker vs another. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OO1 Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 14 hours ago, pbm60 said: I would like to get a set of K speakers for my music/listening room. It's a small 12x12 room. I have a Marantz 2220 specs are: Power output: 20 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo) I would try to find a Heresy 1 ------used of course , the speakers will be around 500$ in decent condition -or for newer speakers from klipsch - the SIXES , however , they have a built in amplifier - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter P. Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 You don't mention whether you prefer new or used. Your room size will be the deciding factor on how large a speaker is reasonable in your 12 x 12' room. Used Heresy's will fit the bill if you must have Heritage Series speakers. For new, the smallest Reference Premier series (RP-5000F) would meet your needs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henry4841 Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 I do not think you will go wrong with any of the Klipsch options available with what you have described. https://www.amazon.com/Klipsch-Reference-Floorstanding-Cerametallic-Ebony/dp/B00TT430L4/ref=sr_1_7_sspa?crid=4HP9YN4R14M8&dchild=1&keywords=klipsch+speakers&qid=1611060828&rnid=2941120011&s=electronics&sprefix=klip%2Caps%2C648&sr=1-7-spons&psc=1&smid=A3MHJLSLQR2CVH&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExWjIyMFhOOEVXSjg0JmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNzY0NTE0MTVPS1RCTDVUVEc0SCZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNzEyNTEzMjM3M1RRODBKMTNPVSZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX210ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU= Just one option in your price range new. For more go to Amazon and type Klipsch speakers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceptorman Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 3 hours ago, henry4841 said: I do not think you will go wrong with any of the Klipsch options available with what you have described. https://www.amazon.com/Klipsch-Reference-Floorstanding-Cerametallic-Ebony/dp/B00TT430L4/ref=sr_1_7_sspa?crid=4HP9YN4R14M8&dchild=1&keywords=klipsch+speakers&qid=1611060828&rnid=2941120011&s=electronics&sprefix=klip%2Caps%2C648&sr=1-7-spons&psc=1&smid=A3MHJLSLQR2CVH&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExWjIyMFhOOEVXSjg0JmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNzY0NTE0MTVPS1RCTDVUVEc0SCZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNzEyNTEzMjM3M1RRODBKMTNPVSZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX210ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU= Just one option in your price range new. For more go to Amazon and type Klipsch speakers. I see those at 800 each. Klipsch had a huge sale but ended a few weeks ago. I have a feeling he doesn't live in the states. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
001 Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 with a $1000 budget there are many options new & used... but i would not suggest heresy, they are good speakers but lack any low bass & you will likely want/need a sub if you like to have good strong bass. & for the money, older used models will "usually" get you better sound than new models. for under $1000 you can get a nice set of quartet, forte/forte2 or even chorus2. but there are lots of other older floor standing speakers like the KG or KLF models, the smaller KG 4.5 or KLF10 will have more than enough sound for about half the price of your budget. lots of options out there, all depends on what you like & what you want to spend. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woofers and Tweeters Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 31 minutes ago, EpicKlipschFan said: for under $1000 you can get a nice set of quartet, forte/forte2 or even chorus2. This ^^ The Forte II is well balances and full range. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henry4841 Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 38 minutes ago, Ceptorman said: I see those at 800 each. Klipsch had a huge sale but ended a few weeks ago. I have a feeling he doesn't live in the states. I am pretty sure the price is for a pair and Amazon is showing in stock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fleawatt Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 Speaker selection is so subjective and everyone's tastes seem to vary to a certain degree. If you live near a major metropolitan area, perhaps you could post asking to listen to other's systems. That might give you some insight into which Klipsch model is for you without having to purchase. Good Luck with your search! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alexander Posted January 20, 2021 Share Posted January 20, 2021 Where do you live? What kind of music do you like? If at all possible try to listen to a few different models before hand, maybe a member or two could let you let your ears steer you towards what you like in a speaker. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alexander Posted January 20, 2021 Share Posted January 20, 2021 If I were to punt, I would go with a pair of forte II's as a great starting point. If you look at the KG line (4.x or 5.x) you should expect to pay under $400/pr. Anything more and you could get a much better speaker for that kind of money. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnA Posted January 22, 2021 Share Posted January 22, 2021 I would look at Forte. Any Klipsch would work, but the larger ones will take up too much floor space in your smallish room. Since the room is square, you can expect room resonances to be prominent. Try putting your electronics in a corner and the speakers along each wall a few feet out of the corner. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Islander Posted January 22, 2021 Share Posted January 22, 2021 Depending on your budget, you might want to get a new receiver, too. A modern receiver, even an inexpensive model, will have much better specs than your old Marantz. This will mean more power (at least double) and more clarity, too. No matter which speakers you choose, they will be limited to reproducing the signal that’s fed to them. The better the signal, the better they’ll sound. For example, a Marantz NR1200 2-channel receiver puts out 75 watts per channel, at just 0.08% Total Harmonic Distortion. And costs $599USD. If you can find one on sale, it would be an even better deal. And there are other brands, like Yamaha or Sony, that also sound great and cost much less. If you think you might want to upgrade to 5-channel surround sound in the future, for movies, concerts, or just everyday TV listening, you can get a 5..2 channel Marantz NR1510 for the same price, $599USD. It puts out 50 watts per channel, with the same low 0.08% THD figure, and both receivers have built-in Phono preamps, if you like to spin vinyl sometimes. You could get that one and listen to it in 2-channel stereo, until whenever you get three more speakers, while it sounds as good as the 2-channel model in the meantime. Also, both models can drive 2 subwoofers. And as with the NR1200, you can find 5-channel models by reputable manufacturers like Yamaha or Sony for quite a bit less. Do some research and see what’s presently available in your area. You may be pleasantly surprised. Welcome to the Forum! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bossfan Posted January 26, 2021 Share Posted January 26, 2021 I’ve seen a several mentions for the Forte 2. I’ve had mine in large and small rooms and rooms with high ceilings and standard height. The sound equally great in any size room. You should be able to find a pair in your budget. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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