marcelin Posted June 27, 2004 Share Posted June 27, 2004 any thought on which ones I should be looking for? to be used on a 2 way system marantz sr4000 is 300$ enough? will my old amp not give justice to anything more expensive? I was thinking about looking for sb3, ksb 3.1, maybe rb5? sorry if the question seem dumb as I am new at this. I have heard so much about klipsch I want a pair of my own! thank you all Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dougdrake Posted June 27, 2004 Share Posted June 27, 2004 The RB-5s, used, are a great value - terrific speakers, although if they are your only speakers you may find them lacking in bass. Look at used KG4 speakers. There are many pairs on Ebay, and you can get them for less than $300 including shipping. They will surprise you with the amount of clean music they put out, and still have some kicking bass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juba310 Posted June 27, 2004 Share Posted June 27, 2004 Getting a good conditioned RB-5 will be hard if $300 is your max... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rdmarsiii Posted June 27, 2004 Share Posted June 27, 2004 You might be able to get some heresys on ebay for $300. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anarchist Posted June 27, 2004 Share Posted June 27, 2004 I second the drakes post. KG4's. Fantastic entry into the world of Klipsch. Will cover any and all musical tastes. Plenty of bass. Great value. Work well with SS amplification and can be utilized with higher-powered tube amplification. My first Klipsch speakers. Be prepared to be hooked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebes Posted June 28, 2004 Share Posted June 28, 2004 Welcome, I'm a big fan of the KG 3.5's, very clean and detailed and will fit your budget. Nice bass also. I have a Marantz 2015, which is basically a baby Marantz. I cycle it into my 3.5 system about once a month and it's a good match. If you can stretch your budget a little higher you should consider either the KG 5.2 or KG 5.5. I'll get an argument from some but if you're going used the KG series is excellent bang for the buck. The main concern with Klipsch is not wattage, they can be powered to ear bleeding levels with a candle. To some ears, though, they can sound "bright" or harsh in the upper levels, so the "warmer" sounding the amp the better they match with Klipsch. After you get the speakers there's plenty of suggestions already here from Members that will lead you to other amp/receiver choices should the Marantz not meet your own personal listening tastes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcelin Posted June 28, 2004 Author Share Posted June 28, 2004 Thank you guys, that give me something to start looking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rdmarsiii Posted June 28, 2004 Share Posted June 28, 2004 I know someone that has KG 5.2's for $300, but I wanted them... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcelin Posted June 28, 2004 Author Share Posted June 28, 2004 ok now here is the question, KG4 at 250 or RB5II at 350? thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juba310 Posted June 29, 2004 Share Posted June 29, 2004 Whats the condition of both? If new, thats an amazing price for rb5s... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcelin Posted June 29, 2004 Author Share Posted June 29, 2004 used but in mint... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InventiveAudio.com Posted June 29, 2004 Share Posted June 29, 2004 I think you would be better off with Heresys and a sub. See if you can demo a pair and then compare it with the newer stuff being made. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dougdrake Posted June 29, 2004 Share Posted June 29, 2004 KG4 wins over RB5, in my book, if all you want to spend is $300 (leaves you $50 for some CDs and speaker wire). The KG4 was about $600 when it was new, in mid 80s. That's about, what, $1000 today? I dunno. But with the KG4 you will get significant bass which will be missing from RB5s. If I had money for it, between the 2 I'd possibly get the RB5 and a sub 'cause the RB5 are beautiful with the cherry finish, and easier to put on a shelf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anarchist Posted June 29, 2004 Share Posted June 29, 2004 I select KG4's any day over RB5s. I am in the camp that believes the quality of the 'older' Klipsch was better. In my opinion, it also had more character. KG4 or Heresy? If you have a tube amp and the price is close, I take the Heresy while recognizing it is not as strong in the bass. As a 'first' Klipsch, I still favor the KG4 strongly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcelin Posted June 30, 2004 Author Share Posted June 30, 2004 awsome guys! well I am on the hunt for kg4's will let you know! there is a great deal on rb5II on e-bay 320$ http://cgi.ebay.ca/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=5706515149&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWA%3AIT&rd=1 just so you guys know.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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