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Potentially polarizing question regarding Klipsch

Patrick, I don't know where Martinez is (haven't looked it up) but I'm "up the road" in the Knoxville area.

If you are ever in this area, I can give you an audition with a stock (horn/driver) LaScala (upgraded crossover) and a fully upgraded LaScala using a totally different horn/driver combo as a 2-way.

I have other variations... but in my opinion, I'd say to keep in mind that the room usually plays a factor.

Drop speaker "A" into "Room A" and it will sound one way.....drop same speaker into "Room B" and the sound will change.

I sometimes wonder if people who don't like various things, heard them in a less than optimal situation.

Anyways, matters not to me what someone thinks they like or dislikes.

It's an honest offer if you're ever in the neighborhood.
 
From my personal experience, I haven't been fond of the "Klipsch sound", nor horns in general. Maybe it's my room, or the rest of my kit, but they just don't work for me. I'll hear, "Oh you should try the Klipsch ....", so I do, and it's the same result. I have heard Klipsch and Altec speakers at other venues and they were very good, but hard to transfer that to my my space.
 
baco99 said:
From my personal experience, I haven't been fond of the "Klipsch sound", nor horns in general. Maybe it's my room, or the rest of my kit, but they just don't work for me. I'll hear, "Oh you should try the Klipsch ....", so I do, and it's the same result. I have heard Klipsch and Altec speakers at other venues and they were very good, but hard to transfer that to my my space.
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Same thing here. I've also liked what I've heard from other other rigs with Klipsch and Altecs. But neither one was my cup of tea here at home where I have to listen to them daily.
 
My assessment, Cornwall's, and Belle's connected to my assortment of tube gear and turntables = music heaven. I found if you mix horns with digital tracks and solid state, you might just need some bandages for those ears.
 
Olivesaxer said:
Hey folks,

So I admit it. I couldn't stand my KG-4s. I understand that that makes me somewhat of a pariah around here, but they were terrible for my ears. Too harsh, too fatiguing, and overall the least-listened-to speakers in my stable until I ended up selling them.

My question is for those of you who have followed the klipsch story for a while. Will I achieve audio-nirvana with a pair of La Scalas or a pair of Heresy? Or am I pretty much out of the Klipsch game?


Thanks,

Patrick
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Well Patrick, that makes two of us. I don't think my KG-4s are harsh or fatiguing...maybe because I recapped them. My complaint is the bottom end is exaggerated...kind of "woofy" for lack of a better word. They've been replaced by a pair of BIC Formula IVs that I find much more enjoyable.Tighter bass, more definition and overall...more presence. To each their own...good thing there are so many choices...
 
Heresy speakers are terrible without a sub added to the mix. I had some Cornwalls that were great! They'd walk circles around any KG model.
 
janikphoto said:
Heresy speakers are terrible without a sub added to the mix. I had some Cornwalls that were great! They'd walk circles around any KG model.
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The Heresy speakers were not designed to provide any substantial bass, the fact is they weren't even designed to be used in pairs. When supplemented with bass they do work quite well and have many fans. Those that complain about the lack of substantive bass remind me of folks that buy a subcompact commuter car and then complain that it's no good for bringing home a new refrigerator from the store, no **** Sherlock. :confused:
 
darkblue94 said:
The Heresy speakers were not designed to provide any substantial bass
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Than what the hell is that big 12" woofer for?!!!
darkblue94 said:
Those that complain about the lack of substantive bass remind me of folks that buy a subcompact commuter car and then complain that it's no good for bringing home a new refrigerator from the store, no **** Sherlock. :confused:
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I think therein lies the problem. They don't look all that subcompact. :D

Actually minus the purdy woodwork and top horn, these resemble a pair of small PA speakers that I have and they don't do low bass either.
From what I gather this is an old design that still sells so "why mess with a good thing"?:dunno:
 
Olivesaxer said:
Hey folks,

So I admit it. I couldn't stand my KG-4s. I understand that that makes me somewhat of a pariah around here, but they were terrible for my ears. Too harsh, too fatiguing, and overall the least-listened-to speakers in my stable until I ended up selling them.

My question is for those of you who have followed the klipsch story for a while. Will I achieve audio-nirvana with a pair of La Scalas or a pair of Heresy? Or am I pretty much out of the Klipsch game?


Thanks,

Patrick
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No, you're out.
Their main virtue is relative efficiency.
There are any number of "direct radiator" speakers from which to choose something more acceptable
 
OK, I was trying to throw a little lame humor into the subject, but in full agreement with the last 3 comments.

It seems when people see a huge woofer they expect DEEP bass, which is not so without the proper cabinet.
I also noticed the woofers used look more like PA or guitar speakers, not the typical roll surround type used in modern Hi-Fi speakers.
darkblue94 said:
Excellent mid-bass. :rockon:
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Works for me:thumbsup:
 
I do enjoy my klipsch speakers a lot. I like the bite, they provide detail not found in others for me..But they seem to set off my tinnitus.
So I rotate speakers, systems, ex..Will I get out of the Klipsch game, I think not.

Also did the tweeter diaphragm upgrade on my Fortes but prefer the straight dope!


Best-

Boozehound
 
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Boozehound said:
I do like my klipsch speakers a lot they provide detail not found in others for me! But they seem to set off my tendinitis.
So I rotate speakers, systems, ex..Will I get out of the Klipsch game I think not.

Best-

Boozehound
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If they be settin' off your tendinitis (tendonitis) then leave 'em where be or get someone else to move them about, they're too heavy for you.:rflmao: Now if it's your tinnitus (ears) that's the problem then swap out the driver diaphragms with them Crite's ones or turn down the volume or do both of these. :D
 
darkblue94 said:
The Heresy speakers were not designed to provide any substantial bass, the fact is they weren't even designed to be used in pairs. When supplemented with bass they do work quite well and have many fans. Those that complain about the lack of substantive bass remind me of folks that buy a subcompact commuter car and then complain that it's no good for bringing home a new refrigerator from the store, no **** Sherlock. :confused:
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I'm not complaining that it can't do something it wasn't designed to do. I was just stating a fact. The OP asked if he should "upgrade" to the Heresy, so I was stating why it wouldn't be a good idea. I'm aware of the discussions regarding the Heresy being designed as a center speaker meant to handle vocals.
 
janikphoto said:
I'm not complaining that it can't do something it wasn't designed to do. I was just stating a fact. The OP asked if he should "upgrade" to the Heresy, so I was stating why it wouldn't be a good idea. I'm aware of the discussions regarding the Heresy being designed as a center speaker meant to handle vocals.
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Well, they're not exactly terrible on their own, they just lack the bass as is well known. As to whether they would be an upgrade of the KG4, I would offer that they would indeed, and then I would offer the standard advice of adding subwoofer(s) to the set-up.
 
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