AudioHobby Posted February 17, 2023 Share Posted February 17, 2023 Hi all, I’ve come across a pair of RF-3 II locally in the $300-400 range and I’m curious if these would be a noticeable upgrade compared to my current front left and right speakers (R-28F’s)? For reference, I’d be using them with a RP-450C center channel. Let me know your opinions. Thanks. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybob Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 Rear ported versus your front ported. 98 db efficient v likely similar Think the 3s have titanium diaphragm v aluminum Both 8 inch speakers 3s horn maybe abit bigger. Both good reviews. Like the looks better myself of the 3s. Liked mine for music, HT. Not a conclusive upgrade as defined yet, may indeed have a subtle difference. More similar than not. The 3s cerametallicwoofers had or have a tendency to crease/dent. Not familiar with the 28s sound. For price range mentioned, woofers in good shape, cabinets, etc. Complete with feet. May be slight voicing diff. with center. All I got atm... @AudioHobby 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AudioHobby Posted February 18, 2023 Author Share Posted February 18, 2023 Thanks @billybob for the reply. The woofers, cabinets, and grills appear to be in good shape from what I’ve seen in pics. I’m not sure about the feet. The price will probably be around $300. I was also thinking the titanium tweeters might be a plus that may match more closely with my center. I was also hoping to get more from the mids. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybob Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 (edited) Think that's right about ti. Specs are there but just looked to refresh self. Well, sounds like you'll be answering this. In one week or less. You should be good yet, didn't mention crossover. Refreshing! If it's good for you, I would again. Edited February 18, 2023 by billybob add Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjptkd Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 3 hours ago, AudioHobby said: I’ve come across a pair of RF-3 II locally in the $300-400 range and I’m curious if these would be a noticeable upgrade compared to my current front left and right speakers (R-28F’s)? Honestly probably a lateral move 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AudioHobby Posted February 18, 2023 Author Share Posted February 18, 2023 (edited) @jjptkd thanks for the response. Would you suggest a different model? Ideally, I would like to try an older pair. I’ve heard others say the older Klipsch speakers were a little different than the newer ones. Edited February 18, 2023 by AudioHobby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wuzzzer Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 If you want an upgrade, look for RF-5 or RF-7s. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybob Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 Yes...☕ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AudioHobby Posted February 18, 2023 Author Share Posted February 18, 2023 Thanks @wuzzzer. I’ll look for those models. 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybob Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 What state are you located? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AudioHobby Posted February 25, 2023 Author Share Posted February 25, 2023 @jjptkd @wuzzzer I’m in CA @billybob. I see a pair of CF2’s in fairly good shape for around the same price range. Any opinions or personal experience with those? I see mixed reviews online. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OO1 Posted February 25, 2023 Share Posted February 25, 2023 4 minutes ago, AudioHobby said: I see a pair of CF2’s in fairly good shape for around the same price range. CF-2 speakers for 3-400$ is a great deal , but you have to make sure the speakers are in good shape and well taken care off , cause replacement Parts are no longer available , except for crossover capacitors 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wuzzzer Posted February 25, 2023 Share Posted February 25, 2023 1 hour ago, AudioHobby said: @jjptkd @wuzzzer I’m in CA @billybob. I see a pair of CF2’s in fairly good shape for around the same price range. Any opinions or personal experience with those? I see mixed reviews online. I’ve only heard CF-3s but I thought they sounded great. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjptkd Posted February 25, 2023 Share Posted February 25, 2023 7 hours ago, AudioHobby said: @jjptkd @wuzzzer I’m in CA @billybob. I see a pair of CF2’s in fairly good shape for around the same price range. Any opinions or personal experience with those? I see mixed reviews online. I've never heard the CF-2's but really liked the KV-4 center speakers which use the same parts but in a significantly smaller sized cabinet. I'd think based on my experiences with the KV-4, having had CF-3's and hearing several pairs of CF-4's over the years that they should be a very good sounding speaker. Nice thing about this hobby is if you can get in at a good price it's usually a sound investment, if the speakers turn out to be not to your liking you can always re-sell. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybob Posted February 25, 2023 Share Posted February 25, 2023 I like my CF-1s. There is a decent pair down here for not alot. The 2s have 8 inch woofers in an Apolitto design. Online. Still abit of a lateral move with a refined sound. Look it up. The 3 and the 4 model 10 and 12 inch woofers respectively, a more definite upgrade in size. ☕ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjptkd Posted February 25, 2023 Share Posted February 25, 2023 3 hours ago, billybob said: I like my CF-1s. There is a decent pair down here for not alot. The 2s have 8 inch woofers in an Apolitto design. Online. Still abit of a lateral move with a refined sound. I would think the 2" diaphragm with 1" exit compression driver on a much larger horn with the CF-2's should be a decent step up over the RF-3's wouldn't expect a big difference in bass but the cabinets are quite a bit larger so potential is there I think it would come down to how well balanced the overall design is. The CF-3 / 4 not only have larger woofers but the horn is almost the size of a k-510, along with the 2" driver gives them a very large and deep sound presentation, no question they are head and shoulders above all other models mentioned. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JefDC Posted February 25, 2023 Share Posted February 25, 2023 I had the RF-3's and R-26FA's. The RF-3's where much better in all respects. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybob Posted February 25, 2023 Share Posted February 25, 2023 15 minutes ago, jjptkd said: I would think the 2" diaphragm with 1" exit compression driver on a much larger horn with the CF-2's should be a decent step up over the RF-3's wouldn't expect a big difference in bass but the cabinets are quite a bit larger so potential is there I think it would come down to how well balanced the overall design is. The CF-3 / 4 not only have larger woofers but the horn is almost the size of a k-510, along with the 2" driver gives them a very large and deep sound presentation, no question they are head and shoulders above all other models mentioned. Agree... was going to pump them up for the OP. Was after those but settled on the 1s as money was burning my pockets for a taste. Best if OP can demo to decide the sound signature. My 1s have me listening to all music, not just classical. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjptkd Posted February 25, 2023 Share Posted February 25, 2023 1 minute ago, billybob said: Best if OP can demo to decide the sound signature. My 1s have me listening to all music, not just classical. Yep it's hard to try and tell other people what is better this is a very subjective topic and rooms / equipment are all different heck I can't even decide which speakers I like better a lot of the times it seems certain models do certain things well each have their own strengths and weaknesses most are "good" sounding. I've been comparing my 325's to my 335's and they are both excellent but a little different I like them both haven't picked a favorite yet. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybob Posted February 25, 2023 Share Posted February 25, 2023 9 minutes ago, jjptkd said: Yep it's hard to try and tell other people what is better this is a very subjective topic and rooms / equipment are all different heck I can't even decide which speakers I like better a lot of the times it seems certain models do certain things well each have their own strengths and weaknesses most are "good" sounding. I've been comparing my 325's to my 335's and they are both excellent but a little different I like them both haven't picked a favorite yet. Yes, and well written I say. That horn on the 2s, I needed reminder. If reasonable, recommend trying. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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