michaelstano Posted January 22, 2002 Share Posted January 22, 2002 I wish to upgrade from my weak Yamaha center channel. I am interested in the KLF-C7, in part, because the size matches the space I have for a center channel. I am using KG 3.2s up front, a SW-10, and medium-sized Infinitys in the rear. I use the system for both DVD movies and DVD audio. Any thoughts on "blend"? Any thoughts on buying from ubid (most prices are about $300)? Anyone with a KLF-C7 for sale? TIA. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QUiKSR20 Posted January 22, 2002 Share Posted January 22, 2002 Im pretty sure the recomended matched center is the less $$$ KSC-C1 for the KG3.2s Heres a Klipsch timbre matching guide. http://www.outpost.com/template/boutiques/klipsch/product_navigation/spot14/ Hope this helps ------------------ Daryl Gregg MY Home Theatre Page Sony STR-DE975 HT Reciever Sony DVP-NS400D DVD SB-3 Mains SC-1 Center Quintet Rears KSW-12 Sub AR Proseries Interconects This message has been edited by QUiKSR20 on 01-22-2002 at 10:15 AM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T2K Posted January 22, 2002 Share Posted January 22, 2002 At the top of the page click 'Products',then 'Home Audio',then 'Classics',then scroll down to the KG3.2's.Forget the C-1.It'll sound like your 'weak' Yamaha center. That timbre matching chart is incorrect. Keith Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t-man Posted January 23, 2002 Share Posted January 23, 2002 I tried a KV2 with my KG 3.2s when I had them. I wasn't too impressed, even though that is what is supposed to match them. I would look for a KV3, and they can be found here and on Ebay for very reasonable amount of money. About $100 less than a C7, which will likely make your 3.2s dissapear. A KG 2.2 or 2.5 is also an excellent (probably best) choice, and they are availble as "V" models with shielding, or you can get the shielding cups and magnet from Klipsch to transform a regular one. These are VERY reasonable, and you can find a pair for a couple hundred, and split them up if you have to - you know..sell the other one, or use the other one for a rear center in 7.1 down the road. T-man ------------------ KG 5.5 (mains) KG 2.2v (center) KLF-C7 (center in storage) KG 1 (rears) KSW-12 (sub) Denon AVR 681/1601 Toshiba SD-3109 DVD Kenwood LVD700 LD Sony CD changer Sony 27" Trinitron Sony PLX I Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackba Posted January 24, 2002 Share Posted January 24, 2002 I have two KG2.5V's and according to the chart the current model SC-1 would be the best, but wouldn't it be better to match the woofer sizes and get the RC-3 I am also curious to know the downfalls of the KV2, as I have found 2 used, that I am looking into getting since they are suppose to match my KG2.5V's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t-man Posted January 24, 2002 Share Posted January 24, 2002 As TTK stated, that chart is incorrect. Please disregard. In my own personal preference, I found the 2.2 to be better than the KV2. The KV2 is a fine speaker, but didn't quite sound as "live" as my 3.2s. I would NOT recommend the RC3 with the KG speakers. There are still so many better choices in the used market. T-man ------------------ KG 5.5 (mains) KG 2.2v (center) KLF-C7 (center in storage) KG 1 (rears) KSW-12 (sub) Denon AVR 681/1601 Toshiba SD-3109 DVD Kenwood LVD700 LD Sony CD changer Sony 27" Trinitron Sony PLX I Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaelstano Posted January 24, 2002 Author Share Posted January 24, 2002 I got all this started, and I sincerely appreciate all the input. OK, I am now convinced that a KLF-C7 is not the right choice, despite how much I want it to be the right choice. I will begin my search for a KG 2.2V (how much does it cost to convert a KG 2.2 to a V?), and a KV-3. Please contact me at michaelstano@hotmail.com of you or someone you know has either to sell. May I post a Want to Buy in this Forum? Again, thanks. Mike This message has been edited by michaelstano on 01-24-2002 at 09:41 AM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
montigue Posted January 24, 2002 Share Posted January 24, 2002 If you get the 2.2v over the C-7 your missing out on much improved HT sound. As long as your receiver lets you adjust the volume on your mains and center you should get the C-7. C-7 timbre matches the horns on the KG series perfectly. If you decide to buy the C-7 you can find it on ebay for just over $300 w/ shipping. Monty R Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STL Posted January 24, 2002 Share Posted January 24, 2002 quote: Originally posted by montigue: C-7 timbre matches the horns on the KG series perfectly. No, not really. The C7 was made to timbre match the KLF series and not the KG series. The KG and KLF seris are similar, but still different enough! This is further supported by this thread: http://216.37.9.58/cgi-bin/ubb/postdisplay.cgi?forum=Forum1&topic=001797 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackba Posted January 24, 2002 Share Posted January 24, 2002 I got a friend who has KG2.2, they are not the center versions, but if I can buy them from him, then I would have a KG2.5V for sale Thanks for the help guys, anyone know what size of woofers the KV2 center has? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
montigue Posted January 24, 2002 Share Posted January 24, 2002 yes it was made to match the KLF's, It is a KLF speaker no doubt. But the tractix horn loaded tweeter is the same horn that Klipsch made in the KG series. I have the C-7 with my KG 5.2's and I have had the 2.2v. The C-7 is MUCH better than the 2.2v and timbre matches the KG's just as well as the 2.2. I dont care what any thread says I go with what my ear says. Anybody that takes a 2.2 over a C-7 is missing some great HT. GET THE C-7 you will love it!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t-man Posted January 24, 2002 Share Posted January 24, 2002 Montigue, Not all KGs are equal. The 3.2 that Michael is referring to does NOT have a tractix horn. Rather, it has a much smaller one (about 1/3 the size of your 5.2). T-man ------------------ KG 5.5 (mains) KG 2.2v (center) KLF-C7 (center in storage) KG 1 (rears) KSW-12 (sub) Denon AVR 681/1601 Toshiba SD-3109 DVD Kenwood LVD700 LD Sony CD changer Sony 27" Trinitron Sony PLX I Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T2K Posted January 24, 2002 Share Posted January 24, 2002 Everyone (including myself) should take the time right now to follow the directions in my above post and memorize the specifications of all the speakers in the 'Classics' section. Met you back here in 15 minutes. Keith Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STL Posted January 24, 2002 Share Posted January 24, 2002 quote: Originally posted by montigue: But the tractix horn loaded tweeter is the same horn that Klipsch made in the KG series. Only the KG4.2, KG4.5, KG5.2 and KG5.5 use the K-85-K horn. The KLF-C7 uses the K-90-KV horn. They are not the same horn. In addition, T-man is correct that the KG3.2 use a smaller horn (the K-84-K). I myself have a pair of KG5.5s for main fronts. I was using a KV-3 for the center, but I wanted an even better match. So I bought a lone KG4.2 on eBay to use for a center. Now my front three speakers are EXACTLY timbre matchted! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
montigue Posted January 24, 2002 Share Posted January 24, 2002 well if thats the case then, I was wrong. I thought the 3.2 had the same horn. Its just that the 2.2v isnt that good of a center speaker compared to todays newest centers. Monty R Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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