Zen Traveler Posted May 18, 2006 Share Posted May 18, 2006 Are there any Dallas area Klipsch Reference or Heritage dealers/retailers that want me to come listen to the new products?[:^)] If so, please send me a PM. [] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kriton Posted May 18, 2006 Share Posted May 18, 2006 You aren't going to find any. This is an authorized dealer in Arlington, small stereo shop - when I called them before the new line came out, they didn't carry any heritage and only had in stock a few of the smaller reference. They also quoted me full retail plus on any of the reference line. When Ultimate Electronics went away, so did Klipsch reference as far as I am concerned...and there are no stocking heritage dealers any where near DFW, or in Texas that I am aware of (I tried to call a bunch of these places about 6 months ago). Sorry, but in a state this damned big, with this much money floating around, you would think someone would try to market these speakers down here - but apparently not... If I am misinformed as to stocking dealers, please please correct me! K Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seadog Posted May 18, 2006 Share Posted May 18, 2006 I think you might be able to buy some gray market Reference stuff from a van down on Harry Hines []. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckeye_Nut Posted May 18, 2006 Share Posted May 18, 2006 Sorry, but in a state this damned big, with this much money floating around, you would think someone would try to market these speakers down here - but apparently not... If I am misinformed as to stocking dealers, please please correct me! K Geez, thats incredible. In a metro area that large, you think there would have to be several places to buy them within a 1 hour drive. Have you guys done zip code searches on the 'find a dealer' page? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kriton Posted May 18, 2006 Share Posted May 18, 2006 Hey Dog, how are you? See I gave you credit in my signature for the Cornwalls! Now if purchasing is an issue, I contacted a local contractor/installer and bought my RF7's and RC-7 from him...he was difficult to get a hold of, gave me a "new" RC-7 that had clearly been taken out and hooked up with no feet and no manual, and it took me three months to get a receipt but he is authorized...there are several around here like that...I am still waiting for the feet to my RC-7... BUT, no place that stocks these things that *I* know of... One of my major gripes and pet peeves...I guess we aren't Europe, so no one will market to us? K Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kriton Posted May 18, 2006 Share Posted May 18, 2006 OK, you know that is a good point - So I just got on and did a zip code search for a dealer that sold heritage near my zip (which is Keller) - I received two hits...Starpower and Top Communications - Here was the repsonse to my call: Got through to Starpower, they told me that they have no Heritage speaekrs on the floor, as they are "special order" speakers only - but they did have the reference series, "RF-63 and 52, a couple of the surrounds, too", to which I replied, "Well how about that big one, the RF-83, you have those on the floor?", ""Oh yes, we have those too..." Didn't seem terribly knowledgeable, and I would suspect when you get out there, you won't find what he says they have...you can try though...it is north of Beltline on the tollway... Called the other heritage "dealer", two showrooms, first number - gets you to a autonanswer system with number choices, and they don't work, so I kept pressing "3" for sales, and nothing happened! The message kept going until it repeated...tried to dial "0" to get operator and it was shunted to answering machine...great business there. Second location, constant busy signal...another great sign. That was it...NOW, I was looking for heritage - and there was only two listed, but I know there are more reference listed...so go have fun... K Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popbumper Posted May 18, 2006 Share Posted May 18, 2006 Hey guys: Best Buy carries Klipsch - but perhaps not in the models you are looking for. I have seen them at the BB near Parker and 75, in PLano. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clouseau Posted May 18, 2006 Share Posted May 18, 2006 Starpower, 15340 N. Dallas Parkway, Dallas, TX 75248, 972.503.6000 (Dallas North Tollway and Beltline). I just bought a pair of RF 83s and a RC 62 from them. There is another one on N. Central Expressway but can't remember the name. Go to the dealer locater, type in zip and it should be bring both up. Specify reference or heritage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zen Traveler Posted May 18, 2006 Author Share Posted May 18, 2006 OK, you know that is a good point - So I just got on and did a zip code search for a dealer that sold heritage near my zip (which is Keller) - I received two hits...Starpower and Top Communications - Here was the repsonse to my call: Got through to Starpower, they told me that they have no Heritage speaekrs on the floor, as they are "special order" speakers only - but they did have the reference series, "RF-63 and 52, a couple of the surrounds, too", to which I replied, "Well how about that big one, the RF-83, you have those on the floor?", ""Oh yes, we have those too..." Didn't seem terribly knowledgeable, and I would suspect when you get out there, you won't find what he says they have...you can try though...it is north of Beltline on the tollway... Called the other heritage "dealer", two showrooms, first number - gets you to a autonanswer system with number choices, and they don't work, so I kept pressing "3" for sales, and nothing happened! The message kept going until it repeated...tried to dial "0" to get operator and it was shunted to answering machine...great business there. Second location, constant busy signal...another great sign. That was it...NOW, I was looking for heritage - and there was only two listed, but I know there are more reference listed...so go have fun... K I have gone through that exact process including go by those two locations you mentioned to audition the THX system, which they said they had. When I went to BOTH places on the same day I called, NEITHER place could audition the system for me because of various problems (one said their Amp was out in their HT room and the other had a problem with the sub's amp). I also called 3 other places that were within 30 miles of me and only one place was I able to audition the THX line and that place appeared to be a persons house and they ONLY had THX speakers to audition and nothing else.[:|] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seadog Posted May 18, 2006 Share Posted May 18, 2006 Hey Dog, how are you? See I gave you credit in my signature for the Cornwalls! Cool! I hadn't noticed. I kinda miss them (even though they were seldom used in the spare bedroom) [] My wife, however, does not miss them! [] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jascott Posted May 19, 2006 Share Posted May 19, 2006 CompUSA is actually a Klipsch dealer now. They do handle the reference line, but don't stock the IV series yet. I did order a pair of RF-83 and RC-64 from them and they arrived direct from klipsch in about 1 week. I suspect they could order the Heritage line, but haven't asked about it. Speak w/ Michael or Phillip at the Frisco store. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dantfmly Posted May 19, 2006 Share Posted May 19, 2006 [] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dantfmly Posted May 19, 2006 Share Posted May 19, 2006 jascott wrote the following post at 05-19-2006 8:00 AM: CompUSA is actually a Klipsch dealer now. They do handle the reference line, but don't stock the IV series yet. I did order a pair of RF-83 and RC-64 from them and they arrived direct from klipsch in about 1 week. I suspect they could order the Heritage line, but haven't asked about it. Speak w/ Michael or Phillip at the Frisco store. From what i understand that is only the case in certain areas on the west cosat, because they bought out goodguys, or something like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kriton Posted May 19, 2006 Share Posted May 19, 2006 CompUSA, are you serious? I know tht Comp has always sold the computer speakers, but Reference line? That is unbelievable, when Best Buy will only sell the Synergy? AND, don't you think that having Comp selling Reference is something that Klipsch might want to advertise on their "Find a Dealer" page? That is huge! I don't think it does much for the whole idea of "upscale" speaker sales, but heck, its better than nothing I guess...Does Comp have any on display to hear? That I would have to see... OH, and when he said Frisco, that is a northern suburb of Dallas - not the west coast 'Frisco... K Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dantfmly Posted May 19, 2006 Share Posted May 19, 2006 Kriton wrote the following post at 05-19-2006 10:05 AM: OH, and when he said Frisco, that is a northern suburb of Dallas - not the west coast 'Frisco...K I was not saying that because of that. I was saying that because of this when i tried to go to goodguys website. here is the link http://www.goodguys.com/mega.htm. And i saw that you are in texas. I did not even pay any attention to where he said about frisco. Goodguys sold klipsch reference series. You could even look at their prices of online, of course not being able to order them unless they were being delieved near their stores. What might be the case though is these stores on the west coast are the only places that actually have them instore, but you can go to any comp usa and order them. That is outstanding. Klipsch reference in main steam. [][<)][Y] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zen Traveler Posted May 19, 2006 Author Share Posted May 19, 2006 If I was in the business of selling Klipsch speakers I would log on to this forum to see what the people are saying and see if I could help someone (and at the same time get my name out) as several seem to be doing on this forum. Too bad there aren't any DFW outlets willing (yet) to cultivate a relationship with the faithful. [^o)] I showed off my SACD/DVD-A collection at a party we hosted using my Klipsch Legend HT. There were 60+ people there who never experienced High-Rez music and most seemed impressed. I posed this Thread after realizing that I had a handful of people asking questions about my system and looking for advice, but I had no place to send them. My last venture out to find the elusive Klipsch dealer was not a good experience so I thought I would try a different approach. I feel once found a good symbiotic relationship could follow.[H] I also rethought my involvement in this cult but decided to do my part by keeping Hope (i.e. the Plant in Arkansas[]) alive by espousing the virtues of Klipsch Speakers because imho, some models are truly Art in themselves , and most upper-end products can reproduce Art in the privacy of your own home. My continuing 2 cents.[] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kriton Posted May 19, 2006 Share Posted May 19, 2006 Hey, I am with you... I have, at some personal risk, attempted to find solutions to the marketing dilemma. After talking to some of the higher powers, here is the illumination that I received... There apparently are persons in the Klipsch clan who think that this forum is a waste of time. These folks believe for what ever reason that we (forum folks) deal in used equipment and therefore do nothing for the present Klipsch bottom line. Further, the thinking is that the modern speakers (those fancy speakers made for flat screens that mount on the wall etc.) are the future and those are the constituency that matters, so marketing should be focused on that market share. The fallacy in all of these arguments is clear to me; yes, I own and trade and buy and clean up and repair old heritage models - I play them for friends and family, I enjoy the old style and the bang for the buck. However, I also have invested thousands in current models, (including computer speakers at $500.00 a set) and will continue to do so...I think that the majority of posters on this forum have done that...the buzz that I have created has a very good friend of mine researching outfitting an all Klipsch home theater in his new house, and I have sold family on several models. With that being said, I cannot see how a marketing guru wouldn't find my participation (or yours, or any of us) a major asset to this company and build upon it...What comes to mind are a few brandnames that because of an enthusiastic following developed into cult status icons of time and place...like Mustangs, Harleys, and the Pontiac Charger? Supported by the company, this revival of old style and craftsmanship could be the pendulum swinging back to good sound, no GREAT, sound...that has got to be a back lash to the days of MP3's and the correction can't be far away... I KNOW, and have said time and again, these heritage speakers would go over in DFW, if folks could only hear, compare and buy them locally. Not to be, apparently... My 2c too. What do I know... K Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zen Traveler Posted May 19, 2006 Author Share Posted May 19, 2006 Hey, I am with you... I have, at some personal risk, attempted to find solutions to the marketing dilemma. After talking to some of the higher powers, here is the illumination that I received... There apparently are persons in the Klipsch clan who think that this forum is a waste of time. These folks believe for what ever reason that we (forum folks) deal in used equipment and therefore do nothing for the present Klipsch bottom line. Further, the thinking is that the modern speakers (those fancy speakers made for flat screens that mount on the wall etc.) are the future and those are the constituency that matters, so marketing should be focused on that market share... K Well then I must be one of the New Breed of Forum members. I own an embarrassing number of Klipsch speakers, all of which I purchased new from local retail establishments.[] I like the sound of Heritage products and went to great lengths to hear them again as an adult (What Arkansas boy doesn't know about Klipsch speakers []). I see their size being a deterrent for multi channel configurations. I also agree they would sell better in our market than most. I feel that the upper end Reference products to be the happy medium between size and acoustic capability for Multichannel sound, and what customers with a discerning ear can appreciate upon audition. Now if I can just get a local Reference or Heritage dealer who appreciates this sentiment to PM me.[6] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckeye_Nut Posted May 19, 2006 Share Posted May 19, 2006 Yea, no kidding.........DITTO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I live in a metro of two-MILLION, and there is only "ONE" showroom that showcases the reference and higher end lines faithfully. Geez, and I feel lucky that we have ONE!!! Why is that so?? What's up with that?? Is 2-MILLION not enough for 2 quality retail establishments? I feel lucky that I found one, and was able to seek it out, but geez.... They could sell SO MUCH MORE if they only tried, wouldnt you agree?? Why doesnt Klipsch market their better speakers more?? I can appreciate their Synergy stuff at Best Buy, but what about those who want REFERENCE or better?? Why must Klipsch hide their better product? It makes no sense to me whatsoever!!!!!!!!!!!!! Granted, they wont sell High end stuff at BB, but geez, at LEAST... make it available in shops for those who want them!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rcarlton Posted May 21, 2006 Share Posted May 21, 2006 I've been to Starpower off the tollway. They have 1 room with Klipsch Reference speakers. I was told they didn't have Heritage speakers because most people are not interested in 2-channel(?). They would order the speakers but charge nearly MSRP. 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.