Mike16w Posted February 1, 2003 Share Posted February 1, 2003 I am thinking about buying a pair of 12 year old Klipsch speakers. The stereo shop has one pair of Cornels (sp?) and one pair of Chour (sp? again). Which is a better sounding speaker for a small tube amplifier and will these speakers work with their backs near the rear wall. I have a small room and is this a good choice. Thanks for any help. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mallette Posted February 1, 2003 Share Posted February 1, 2003 I assume what you are looking at is Cornwalls and Chorus. I am a Heritage type, so I really don't know much about the Chorus line. However, they have a large following. Having stated my bias, the Cornwalls are a perfect match for tube amplification, and can be place against the wall...though, of course, your room acoustics may dictate placement. I THINK the Chorus is significantly less efficient than any of the Heritage series. Anyway, you should get a lot of response on this. Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Istari Posted February 1, 2003 Share Posted February 1, 2003 The Chorus is rated at 101 DB SPL @ 1 meter, approx the same as the Cornwall. If I were you, I'd get both pair, NOW! Don't hesitate, Do It Now!!!! I'll buy whatever pair you don't want. Where do you live??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hightone Posted February 1, 2003 Share Posted February 1, 2003 They may be chorus II at 12 years old and have a passive raidator and will not work well aginst a wall. If not either will work .Bring your amp to the store and give them a test spin you will love them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deang Posted February 1, 2003 Share Posted February 1, 2003 Actually, I think the Cornwalls are 98db/w -- which is actually LESS than the Chorus. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dougdrake Posted February 1, 2003 Share Posted February 1, 2003 Dean - You are correct - maybe. The Cornwall I are less efficient than the Chorus by about 3db. The Cornwall II is 101 db efficient, just as the Chorus I and II are. The Chorus I share the same midrange and tweeter as the Cornwall II. I believe, given the small room, you may find that the Chorus just fit better, as they aren't as wide so you could possibly get a bit better separation. Give them both a listen. As mentioned, make note of whether or not there is a passive radiator on the rear of the Chorus, which indicates it is a Chorus II and may suffer from right-against-the-wall placement. You can get away, however, with about 4 inches behind them. DD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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