brian berube Posted October 20, 2005 Share Posted October 20, 2005 I am interested in adding a Cornwall/Chorus/Forte to my system as a center channel speaker. I have Khorns for the two fronts. Don't have room to put a LaScala or another 'Horn--either vertically or horizontally. As it is, I will have to lay one of these speakers down on its side. I am wondering if anyone else is looking for just a single Corn/Chorus/Forte. If so, let's "talk" and consider buying a pair through Audiogon or even ebay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olorin Posted October 20, 2005 Share Posted October 20, 2005 Hi Brian, Some day I'll need another Chorus II. Where are you located? Shipping will be a show-stopper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brian berube Posted October 20, 2005 Author Share Posted October 20, 2005 Yeah, yeah, the shipping could be a deal breaker, but I certainly am willing to at least sort this out. I am located in the Twin Cities area of Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota. Sounds like you might be interested. For what it's worth, there's a fellow here in the Twin Cities, who was recently trying to sell a pair of Chorus II's. Wanted $1000 for them. Should I contact him and see what he might take as an offer? If we could make this work, and given that I wouldn't have to pay anything for shipping, I would be willing to split the cost of shipping one to you. Let me know what you think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrWho Posted October 20, 2005 Share Posted October 20, 2005 If you can fit a cornwall on its side, then you should be able to fit a lascala on its side too. Another thing you might consider (if your listening position is far back) is to remove the top section and place it beside the bass bin (and perhaps even putting the bass bin on its side too). If you're not in a huge rush I would consider a deal like this in a year or two [] (when I have money) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olorin Posted October 20, 2005 Share Posted October 20, 2005 I think a grand is a little steep for those, but the big thing for me is the shipping. It's just too great a risk, and my need isn't great enough to justify it. I think Who's suggestion is better anyway -- a split La Scala will be a better match to your Khorns than the Chorus series will be. I forget how tall the bass bin on a Scala is -- 24"? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brian berube Posted October 20, 2005 Author Share Posted October 20, 2005 You might be on to something, or you might be on something. I have to go do some more measuring, but I don't think there is enough room either on the top or the bottom of my screen to fit a LaScala. If it really is 24" I can probably pull it off. You're right a grand is too much, that's why if I follow up with him, I will not go more than $750-$800. I am willing to have someone make a case then for splitting a pair of LaScala's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garymd Posted October 20, 2005 Share Posted October 20, 2005 Can't fit a Belle? I have one for sale but I'm in MD. Perfect match with the Khorns......[H] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikebse2a3 Posted October 20, 2005 Share Posted October 20, 2005 Can't fit a Belle? I have one for sale but I'm in MD. Perfect match with the Khorns......[H] That would be good option for some people since the Top Section could be removed the same as a split La Scala. It's approx. 6" wider and 5" less deep versus the La Scala. mike Edit: The Belle's woofer section is 24.75" tall including a 2" riser which could possibly be removed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brian berube Posted October 21, 2005 Author Share Posted October 21, 2005 GaryMD, you're right the Belle would be a great fit. E-mail me at bberube@earthlink.net and give me some idea what you want for it. I owned some Belle's in the late '80's, before I purchased my first set of Khorns. They are beautiful and of course they sound great. I got my trusty tape measure out and also an old sales brochure that lists dimensions for all of the Heritage line of speakers. I know the Belle is shorter than the LaScalla, but it is wider. I was also measure to determine who I could reconfigure my screen--which is painted on my viewing wall. I could adjust up some to accomodate a LaScalla, if it was turned on its side. I have never owned LaScalla's, but I didn't know they were a two piece speaker; are they? Same with Belle's, they don't come apart, do they? Here's where I will show my ignorance, are you guys suggesting that a Belle or a LaScalla be turned on its side? If not, tell me how I could configure it. Take it apart and lay the two pieces side by side? Help. I am just a rube. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olorin Posted October 21, 2005 Share Posted October 21, 2005 Hi Brian, Ordinary La Scalas don't come apart, but the industrials do. That's what we mean by a "split" La Scala. IndyKlipschFan has some shots of his theater on page 66 of the "Show Us YOUR Home Theater" thread. He uses a split La Scala for the center, with the mid/tweet section sitting on a box beside the bass bin. Have a look at that, you'll see what we mean. O Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brian berube Posted October 21, 2005 Author Share Posted October 21, 2005 Thanks Olorin. Most importantly, thanks for not mocking me for not knowing about the industrial LaScalas. Too often on these forums, you get blasted if you don't know every nuance; makes some people gunshy about asking fundamental questions. Now, all I have to do is come across an industrial LaScala. I will take a look at IndyKlipschFan's set up. Calling all people who have a single industrial LaScala that they're interested in selling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikebse2a3 Posted October 21, 2005 Share Posted October 21, 2005 brian said: Same with Belle's, they don't come apart, do they? ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hi brian I should have been clearer. A person could seperate a Belle Klipsch's Top section from the Woofer section because it is screwed onto the Woofer section but you would probably want to do some cosmetic work to the top section to make it look best (Like a New bottom plate to make it look like a completed box once you remove it from the woofer section). The Seperated Top Section could possibly be mounted above the viewing screen as some have done. The great thing is you could easily put the Belle Klipsch back to stock form anytime you wanted. At one time I remember seeing a Belle Klipsch taken apart to mount a different horn (Maybe it was ALK who had shown this?) but I haven't been able to find it on the forum search option but it would give you an idea of what would need to be done. Anyway I thought it might be a good option for your situation. mike[] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brian berube Posted October 21, 2005 Author Share Posted October 21, 2005 Good info Mike. Like I said earlier, I had a pair of Belle's in the late '80's, early '90's and I have obviously forgetten--if I ever realized it--that they were two pieces. These are the conventional Belle's, not some hybrid, like the LaScala's of the industrial version that come apart? As far as the cosmetics, someone could just get a nice piece of wood, cut to size to sit on the top of the bass bin? Don't stop now you guys, I have learned a great deal in the last two days from these posts. Gary, from Maryland, does your Belle come apart? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikebse2a3 Posted October 21, 2005 Share Posted October 21, 2005 Good info Mike. Like I said earlier, I had a pair of Belle's in the late '80's, early '90's and I have obviously forgetten--if I ever realized it--that they were two pieces. These are the conventional Belle's, not some hybrid, like the LaScala's of the industrial version that come apart? As far as the cosmetics, someone could just get a nice piece of wood, cut to size to sit on the top of the bass bin? Don't stop now you guys, I have learned a great deal in the last two days from these posts. Gary, from Maryland, does your Belle come apart? Yes, I'm talking about regular Belle Klipsch. Its not that they are ment to come apart say like the tops on Khorns but I believe it would be pretty simple to seperate the top section from the bottom section where the Approx. 1" riser is between the Top and Bottom section is. I've got to run now but maybe I can take some pictures of the Top section for you later so you can see what would be involved. mike[] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikebse2a3 Posted October 22, 2005 Share Posted October 22, 2005 Here are a few pictures to help you see how the Belle Klipsch's Top is constructed. Note: pencil at Two Nuts that will allow you to remove part of the Top Section which would be Sides,Motor Board and actual Top. Once you remove these then I believe you will find more screws to remove the Bottom Plate and 1" Riser also if you wanted. Anyway I hope this helps you to see if you would want to use a Belle Klipsch for your purpose. mike[] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikebse2a3 Posted October 22, 2005 Share Posted October 22, 2005 more details. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikebse2a3 Posted October 22, 2005 Share Posted October 22, 2005 Side View of Belle Klipsch. I'm thinking if it was me I would probably remove the whole Top Section including possibly 1" riser. mike[] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brian berube Posted October 22, 2005 Author Share Posted October 22, 2005 Great stuff Mike. Thanks for taking the time to take, and post, pictures. I am pursuing another Forum member who is also looking for a LaScalla, Belle, etc. for a center channel speaker. Hoping we can get something going. To all others, keep your eyes open for single heritage speakers and keep the advice coming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.