kktvbob Posted March 7, 2004 Share Posted March 7, 2004 Whats the difference between Cornwall 1 and 2. The speakers are mounted different. Will they sound the same? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kktvbob Posted March 7, 2004 Author Share Posted March 7, 2004 What year did they start cornwall 2s Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huhuru Posted March 7, 2004 Share Posted March 7, 2004 I've been waiting for this!!!!! Huhuru Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huhuru Posted March 7, 2004 Share Posted March 7, 2004 kktvbob Sorry, to answer your question, Cornwall II, was first introduced in 1985 and manufactured by Klipsch until 1990. Huhuru Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kktvbob Posted March 7, 2004 Author Share Posted March 7, 2004 Thats what I thought. Are the drivers and crossover different? Would they match up with Cornwall 1s. A closer match then Heresys or should I look for Cornwall 1s to match with my Cornwall 1s. I never heard Cornwall 2s. thanks for the input Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
khorn58 Posted March 8, 2004 Share Posted March 8, 2004 hmmm my 62 cornwall says Cornwall II on the back ID tag. So you must mean Cornwall II late. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
khorn58 Posted March 8, 2004 Share Posted March 8, 2004 hmmm my 62 cornwall says Cornwall II on the back ID tag. So you must mean Cornwall II late. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kktvbob Posted March 8, 2004 Author Share Posted March 8, 2004 Yes the latter Cornwall IIs. I have 84 cornwalls and I'm looking for a match for a 5 Cornwalls set up that I want to build. There is a set of 86 Cornwall II 9 hours away. I'm looking for a good timber match but don't know anything about Cornwall IIs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Cornell Posted March 8, 2004 Share Posted March 8, 2004 Hey bud, ive owned both and own 1989 cornwall 2s as of now. This would not be a timber match. The later cornwall 2s top end is brighter than the 84s. Not by much but enough. If you want the exact same sound go with the same vintage, i myself like the sound of the later cornwall 2s better. With as much bass cornwalls produce, i really think these are matched to almost a perfect sound, with the later 2 version. I still like the sound of these cornwall 2s even over my Klipschorns, but dont tell anyone LOL! If you decide to get these cornwall 2s, use your own judgement, as the later 2s as well as the chorus,forte, and heresy 2s of the late 80s got no respect. Havent seen that many topics on any of them, 1s or 2s. Yes to me the cornwalls 1984 vintage were a vintage sound, i love them as well. I just love Klipsch and Horns. Regards Jim Regards Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vacs2000 Posted March 8, 2004 Share Posted March 8, 2004 Hi I owned for 4-5 months both a pair of Conrwall 1976 and a pair of Cornwall 1988. I kept the 1976. To my ears the 1988 were too crisp and Home-Theater sounding. In anycase quite different sound. I guess the Crossover has a major role to play on this. I imagine that if one matches the crossovers then they might sound similar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frzninvt Posted March 8, 2004 Share Posted March 8, 2004 Actually all 3 of the (Tweeter, Midrange, Woofer) drivers are different as are the crossovers and horn lenses (Composite vs. Metal) in the 85-90 incarnation of the Cornwall II so they will not sound the same as the original version of the Cornwall to answer your question. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kktvbob Posted March 8, 2004 Author Share Posted March 8, 2004 My Cornwalls are 84 so they have the composite horns and different drivers than the 70s Cornwalls. did they change them when they went to Cornwall II. I they are britter can you change the tap like a Heresy or is the crossover different? Thanks for the in put everyone. Does anyone have one or more Cornwalls for sale close to Colorado I will drive to pick them up. I need a road trip anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Cornell Posted March 8, 2004 Share Posted March 8, 2004 Hello Depending on what year you want im in Colorado myself. Late 80s cornwall 2s or 1984. My 1989 cornwall 2s are oak and like new, i have seen cornwalls of the mid 80s 1984 ETC here for sale on E-bay at times, maybe you can strike a deal that way, or i would sell mine for $1000.00 due to their new condition. Regards Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kktvbob Posted March 8, 2004 Author Share Posted March 8, 2004 Jim do you have 84 Cornwalls or just the Cornwall IIs? And what finish? Where in Colorado do you live? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Cornell Posted March 8, 2004 Share Posted March 8, 2004 I have the 1989 cornwall 2s im in Empire Colorado where are you, if i found some one local i kinda wouldnt mind parting with some things, maybe make more room.(just not my Klipschorn array ) My cornwalls are Oak, and in mint condition. Regards Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Cornell Posted March 8, 2004 Share Posted March 8, 2004 If nothing else i might be able to find you a set of the year you want, ill check. If i never sell mine no sweat, id just miss them again. Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Cornell Posted March 8, 2004 Share Posted March 8, 2004 kktv i remember you your in Colo Springs selling the academy. This will be easy, the cornwall 2s have the same tweeter as the academy, so you get some idea. Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Anderson Posted March 8, 2004 Share Posted March 8, 2004 The only academy in Colorado Springs is USAFA. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kktvbob Posted March 10, 2004 Author Share Posted March 10, 2004 Jim I think what I'm looking for is 1,2 or 3 84 or older Cornwalls. But the 84 era would be best but would take 1 vert Cornwall for the center. I think that 5 Cornwall 1 with 2 Heresy 1 will sound great in my room. Thanks for all the input. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtDark Posted March 12, 2004 Share Posted March 12, 2004 ---------------- On 3/8/2004 5:16:51 PM Jon Anderson wrote: The only academy in Colorado Springs is USAFA. ---------------- Took me a second. Go Falcons! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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