The Klipsch Chorus, either the series 1 or 2, was never a Heritage model, although I suspect, if production continued, as happened with the Forte, they would become marketed as a Heritage model. Because I feel PWK was a brilliant guy, I initially took offense of the Forte becoming a Heritage model, as the 5 original Heritage models, were designed by PWK himself. Marketing has made the Forte a Heritage model, as they are 100 % built here, at the Klipsch factory, with matching veneers. As far as the Chorus for $600. is concerned, I would suggest you listen to them, and if you like them, determine if they will work in your room. As wolf mentioned, there are parts, tweaks and updates available, that can bring them up another level or two. If you like the KG4, you will like the Chorus quite a lot. Enjoy ! MrD.