Cornwall II - Midrange Cutting out

[Rob Easterlin]

The midrange on one of my Cornwalls is cutting out. I read another posting where someone suggested checking the crossover for any loose screws. All of my connections look ok. Any ideas of where I can go to find a mid replacement?

Any help is greatly appreciated!

[Malcolm]

Hmmm... If its just cutting out, I would make sure it wasn't something else first. Have you tried swapping drivers between two Cornwalls to see if the problem moves with it. You just have to disconnect the wires going to the driver and unscrew it.

If you are sure the problem is the driver, Call Klipsch tech support or your local Klipsch dealer. Replacement diaphragms, and repair services, are probably available for the driver. Used drivers also show up on eBay from time to time, usually in pairs, with or without horns. You might also consider replacing the drivers in a pair of Cornwalls with an aftermarket replacement from Layne Audio. At least one forum member has posted on these in the past.

[Malcolm]

Whoops, just reread your header--Cornwall II nor Cornwall. I don't think the Layne Audio drivers will work. I think they were just for the K-55 which was used in the Cornwall but not the Cornwall II which has a different midrange driver.

[djk]

On Cornwall II most of the time the problem is the push on connectors themselves.I always cut them off and solder the wire directly to the driver terminals.If that is not it the problem is most likely where the tinsel lead connects to the voice coil wire right under the dome.It is best to let someone with experience in soldering fix this.You can always buy a replacement diaphragm from Klipsch.