jeffgeorge Posted June 21, 2004 Share Posted June 21, 2004 I agree with Forte's, and would add... Heresy KG4 Cornwall RF-3's RB-5's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tubelover Posted June 21, 2004 Share Posted June 21, 2004 ---------------- On 6/21/2004 3:57:21 PM Guy Landau wrote: What are you? ---------------- Scandanavian-American. Which Klipsch speakers do you own? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jt1stcav Posted June 21, 2004 Share Posted June 21, 2004 I think Greg hit the nail on the head...whatever model you can afford at the time and end up buying. All Klipsch loudspeakers are a bargain, even the new Klipschorn, when you compare their prices to these high-end audiophile loudspeakers costing anywhere from $10,000 up to $100,000 or more! And I doubt there are that many mega-buck speakers in the 100K range that just blow away a Klipschorn IMO...for that price they all should (and I'm sure a few do to an extent, but not many), and they're definately not worth 100 grand plus to me! I'd rather spend that amount on a small 3 bedroom house, and use the rest on a pair of Klipschorns! Just my 2 cents... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Audio Flynn Posted June 21, 2004 Share Posted June 21, 2004 Then, likely a used pair of RF-3's. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Whell makes a good point. RF-3 get you a look into horn performance. They will not do everything but you get a taste to lead you to other horn options. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3dzapper Posted June 21, 2004 Share Posted June 21, 2004 IMHO Cornwalls are second to the Khorn. When I bought mine that was the "choice" (LOL you can't really call it a choice) I gave to my wife. The Lascalas are not WAF for the living room and the Corns beat them in the bass dept. Belles and Khorns weren't different enough in price to consider the compromise. I went to buy Corns originally and, someday, when a set comes my way for a song I still plan to buy a pair for HT. Rick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tillmbil Posted June 21, 2004 Share Posted June 21, 2004 Forte's with lots of power for around $450.00 cannot be beat. Preferrably II's, and I know because I own them, and in my opinion of quality: Khorns Cornwalls Forte II RF-5 Heresy KG3.5 Promedia 2.1 Quintets Gee, I think I am a bit biased. But for car stereo MB Quarts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colin Posted June 21, 2004 Share Posted June 21, 2004 The best value is the big ole horns that hold their value or appreciate, in that case, the bigger is better, the classic Klipsch corner Khorns would cost $225, or 3%, more per year, so I think the larger units will hold their value better, making them less expensive to own, NOT discounting the very important fact that they are the best sounding Klipsch horns, big ole horns that people are dying to get rid of because they are so big and demand quality low power amplifiers are often the very best bargains in horns - buy Corns for $400, sell them for $600 - otherwise I think some of the overlook older Klipsch models are very good: Chorus comes to mind Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soundthought Posted June 21, 2004 Share Posted June 21, 2004 I think the Fortes offer up the best bang for the buck. IMHO. The Quartet, Fortes, Forte2, Chorus, and Chorus2 are all some incredible speakers and should definately be considered. I own them all and definately get the most musical satisfaction, overall, from the Forte 1s. (though, it really becomes dependant on the front end your using) Secondarily, I think KG 4.5s and Cornwalls do some amazing things. Otherwise.... KG-4 SB-3 KSF-10.5 They all have attributes which shouldn't be overlooked. That being said, I'm currently running a Reference 7, 7 channel HT and a pair of '57 Khorns in 12x15 room. That, IMO, is the best of both worlds if your budget could allow. Good luck with your quest for great audio. Regards, John. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdfan Posted June 21, 2004 Share Posted June 21, 2004 Myself, after 5 years I'm still amazed by my klf20s. I play them easily 30 hours a week and most of the time at very high volume. I believe I have the last speaker I'll ever own. I'd say pick up a pair of these or klf30s. I'm currently on the hunt for an extra pair myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Piranha Posted June 21, 2004 Share Posted June 21, 2004 ---------------- On 6/21/2004 7:52:18 PM Colin wrote: The best value is the big ole horns that hold their value or appreciate, in that case, the bigger is better, the classic Klipsch corner Khorns would cost $225, or 3%, more per year, so I think the larger units will hold their value better, making them less expensive to own, NOT discounting the very important fact that they are the best sounding Klipsch horns, big ole horns that people are dying to get rid of because they are so big and demand quality low power amplifiers are often the very best bargains in horns - buy Corns for $400, sell them for $600 - otherwise I think some of the overlook older Klipsch models are very good: Chorus comes to mind ---------------- Please let me know the next time you come across a nice pair of Corns for $400. I'd like to buy them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Piranha Posted June 21, 2004 Share Posted June 21, 2004 ---------------- On 6/21/2004 9:06:42 PM sdfan wrote: Myself, after 5 years I'm still amazed by my klf20s. I play them easily 30 hours a week and most of the time at very high volume. I believe I have the last speaker I'll ever own. I'd say pick up a pair of these or klf30s. I'm currently on the hunt for an extra pair myself. ---------------- Yep I heard them once and they left a lastting impression on me. I am actively seeking a pair of KLF-30's in the So Cal area if anyone has a pair. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dantfmly Posted June 22, 2004 Share Posted June 22, 2004 ---------------- On 6/21/2004 9:28:26 PM Piranha wrote: ---------------- On 6/21/2004 9:06:42 PM sdfan wrote: Myself, after 5 years I'm still amazed by my klf20s. I play them easily 30 hours a week and most of the time at very high volume. I believe I have the last speaker I'll ever own. I'd say pick up a pair of these or klf30s. I'm currently on the hunt for an extra pair myself. ---------------- Yep I heard them once and they left a lastting impression on me. I am actively seeking a pair of KLF-30's in the So Cal area if anyone has a pair. ---------------- love mine two. great bang for the buck. i'd have to say my heresy II are more bang for the buck with my sub included though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
busterfree Posted June 22, 2004 Share Posted June 22, 2004 Forte II all the way...at least until I can upgrade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edwinr Posted June 22, 2004 Share Posted June 22, 2004 I reckon any Klipsch speaker in good condition depending on space constraints, as long as you have the split mid and tweeter horns, e.g., KLF20, Heresy, etc. The combined mid/tweeter horn speakers; KLF10 and Kg5.5 are a little more system sensitive although stiil great value for money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dantfmly Posted June 22, 2004 Share Posted June 22, 2004 i have always liked the sound of three way speakers over two way. better midrange IMO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxg Posted June 22, 2004 Share Posted June 22, 2004 best "Bang" for the buck? RF3 - no question. Connect to a 200 wpc Rotel with a semi decent pre-amp and stand back, well back, possibly another county. Quite the loudest thing I have ever heard. A friend has this setup - Jesus!! Best value? Chalk another vote up for the Forte 2 - even here!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colin Posted June 22, 2004 Share Posted June 22, 2004 The best value in big ole horns are ones you buy for less than the current market price! Look for unpopular models (KGs?) or a motivated seller. even scratched models can be made to look like new with Tung Oil (careful, ask us first) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Piranha Posted June 22, 2004 Share Posted June 22, 2004 I thought that HDBRBuilder had mentioned something about this in another thread. I recall that he said Tung Oil was the wrong thing to use on Klipsch speakers? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colin Posted June 22, 2004 Share Posted June 22, 2004 Thats why I posted the warning and said scratched- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colterphoto1 Posted June 22, 2004 Share Posted June 22, 2004 Cornwalls definitely. Cheaper smoother and smaller than LaScalas. BIG BOX sound of the Heritage line, and somewhat available at reasonable prices. I got mine for $300 per pair oiled walnut kind of beat up and needed woofers reconed. THEY ROCK!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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