edster00 Posted July 19, 2001 Share Posted July 19, 2001 Jo-Jo, I bught my Heresys new in '77, I got them for 1/2 price because some guy ordered them in a non-standard finish, he put 1/2 down and never came back to get them. They were my first "decent" pair of speakers and I think they may be the last ones I get rid of . They are still in mint condition despite many moves around the country and they serve me well in my computer room being driven by a Sansui AU-717 amp/TU-717 tuner combo. I love them ! Sorry, but good luck in your pursuit (the hunt is half the fun you know...) ------------------ Ed W Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J M O N Posted July 20, 2001 Share Posted July 20, 2001 Jo-Jo, When it comes to heavy speakers, I would recommend you look for something locally. You will save a significant amount on shipping, and you also won't have to worry about shipping damage. You can find what you want locally (or at least within driving distance), you just have to look for them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedbump Posted July 20, 2001 Share Posted July 20, 2001 Jo-Jo, JMON gives good advice. I have had two previously unblemished sets of speakers damaged in shipment, from only one or two states away. The Alaska trip almost ensures they will be harmed in some way when in shipment. If you do decide to ship them, be sure to insure them for enough to replace them if they are crushed, smashed, rolled, and kicked across the country. Speed ------------------ Klipsch Chorus I Fronts Klipsch KLF-C7 Center Klipsch Heresy I Surrounds Mitsubishi WS-55807 55" HDTV Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jo-Jo Posted July 21, 2001 Author Share Posted July 21, 2001 Well, I dropped the deal with the guy in Alaska because he decided to up the price when he FINALLY got back to me. Then, the second guy decided not to sell his Heresys, so now I'm stuck. The second guy has a pair of Heresy IIs, but I'm just not inclined to spend as much on them; am I wrong? There's a pair of Heresy IIs on ebay, but there's no buy now feature, and the speakers are already at $550. If anyone spots some cheap but decent Klipsch speakers anywhere, let me know. Around here I'm just not lucky enough to find a pair at a garage sale. This message has been edited by Jo-Jo on 07-21-2001 at 03:12 PM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Blorry Posted July 21, 2001 Share Posted July 21, 2001 Good for you! I think you made the right decision on not buying the Alaska speakers. I'll keep my eyeballs peeled for anything up here in upstate NY--sorry, I just bought a killer pair of 1980 Heresy Ones last week Now, as far as the differences between the Ones and the Twos, this is something I wanna find out myself, cause if these woofers ever want to blow, I wanna know if it's better to get another K-22 (Heresy I) or a K-24-K (Heresy II)??? In terms of quality of construction, IMHO the Ones are MUCH better than the Twos. The Ones are all plywood, screws and the squawker horn is steel. The Twos are mostly MDF (like all other non-Heritage models) and the squawker is plastic. Who knows? Maybe the Two is better, but the Ones are built like tanks, and are eighteen pounds heavier! Are you in a remote area? I would locate the K dealers nearest you, find out if they peddle used gear, then ask them to call you as soon as they see a pair roll into their store! I'm sure they'll call. They love moving merchandise! Call as many K stores that you consider a reasonable distance to drive--hell, check to see if they have websites, and email them with the same question! Keep on pluggin' and don't give up! There's a pair of Heresys out there with yer name on 'em! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jo-Jo Posted July 22, 2001 Author Share Posted July 22, 2001 I live in the Dallas/Fort Worth area; I'd think that'd be a prime place to find some, but the only true dealer I know about is Hillcrest. Other places I've visited only have the Pro Medias. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Blorry Posted July 22, 2001 Share Posted July 22, 2001 What about "Sound Idea" on Oakmont Blvd in Ft. Worth, or "Colony Group" in Arlington? If they sell Pro Medias only, they ain't real K dealers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jo-Jo Posted July 22, 2001 Author Share Posted July 22, 2001 Thanks Mr. Blorry! I tried to find a website for the place in Arlington, and I got something about schizophrenia. But, I found the website for Sound Idea. They aren't open Sundays, but I'll call them this week and check prices because their Klipsch link just leads to this Klipsch site. I'm thinking they won't be very different though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Blorry Posted July 24, 2001 Share Posted July 24, 2001 Jo Jo! Just foujnd these Heresys on ebay! http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1258349579 They're right around the corner from me, over in Niagara Falls, Ontario. I don't know if coming from Canada would cause undue problems, but that's a question for the message board: Does anyone have problems shipping in and out of Canada? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J M O N Posted July 25, 2001 Share Posted July 25, 2001 Jo-Jo, You also might want to look at Audio Insight and Audio concepts. They are not Klipsch dealers, but they do sell used equipment. John Fort Audio and Krystal Clear Audio might be others to call. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jo-Jo Posted July 25, 2001 Author Share Posted July 25, 2001 Eww... yeah, I'd rather stay away from far northern states, if I can help it (also Canada). Shipping normally runs higher, and I don't want to end up paying like $600 total; then I might as well have bought some speakers new. I'm putting my little search on hold cause I'm now considering a deal with a fellow Klipsch forum person. All I can do is hope . *Crosses fingers* This message has been edited by Jo-Jo on 07-25-2001 at 02:41 PM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stu Pidass Posted July 30, 2001 Share Posted July 30, 2001 Living in Canada, I've had to purchase from the USA using Ebay due to the larger availability of items listed there. This despite the exchange rate and shipping costs. Currently I have pair of Heresy's on route from California to Saskatoon, Saskatchewan (yes that's correct SASKATOON Laugh on. The Fedex charge was $80 and UPS only $56. Based on these prices, which included insurance, I don't see shipping as a major drawback. My option is to order a new one from the local dealer for a price of about $850 Canadian plus applicable taxes. OUCH!! I know the heritage speakers are as good or better than the new ones so paying a good buck for a 70's or 80's vintage Klipsch heresy in good working order is NO problem for me. Those unfarmiliar with Klipsch look at me sideways when I tell them what I paid for a 20 or 25 year old speaker. I want to see their jaw drop when they hear the majic of a Marantz SR 8000 driving 3 Heresys and Two vintage Cornwalls. Boy they're sweet!!! KLIPSCH RULES Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Blorry Posted July 30, 2001 Share Posted July 30, 2001 "Moose Jaw saw a few, Moosomin too" "Runnin' back to Saskatoon" Man, that is my all-time favorite Guess Who song! I was actually looking around at some Saskatoon websites today, wondering if it is as boring as I've heard!! Seems to me like it's a really nice and beautiful place--a perfect place to BLAST music! Course, I know it gets cold in the winter--I know cold too--I live in the snowbelt! Sorry, Jojo--just had to interject! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jo-Jo Posted July 31, 2001 Author Share Posted July 31, 2001 The Guess Who is cool, been listening to them since I was little. What song is that though? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Blorry Posted August 2, 2001 Share Posted August 2, 2001 That Guess Who song was from a live album they did in 1972, which also has a killer version of "American Woman." "Runnin Back to Saskatoon" has ended up being my all-time favorite Guess Who song. I don't think there's a studio version, but that live version is on some of their newer Greatest Hits CDs. I guess I wasn't the only one who liked the song! JoJo-- check yer private message if you haven't already! Beautiful Heresys for sale in DFW! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jo-Jo Posted August 3, 2001 Author Share Posted August 3, 2001 Thanks for the head up! Neither have buy now options, so not really sure how expensive their going to get, but I'll keep an eye on 'em. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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