A Hidden "Feature" of the Cornwall IV
Yes, listened to several Klipsch offerings, Yes, the newer incarnations are much more easier on the ears than the older models. As mentioned, amps, sources, and the recording is a huge factor in the Klipsch sound! Ok, maybe I came off as confrontational, not what I wanted to do. it did sound trite and rude, I re read my post While not the ear splitting and molar gritting sound of the 1993 cornerhorns, the newer models are easier on the ears with the correct amplification. Cheers. |
newer models are easier on the ears with the correct amplification. The same can be said of older models. A lot of people have listened to klipsch speakers with cheap receivers or SS amps. Not a good combination. I had 1976 khorns with Voti xovers and damped midrange horns and the sound was excellent with tube amplification. Yes, tubes are generally key with horns. |
@arcticdeth, I have to admit that I used to loath Klipsch and I had not heard enough of them or with quality source and amplification. Steve Guttenberg and Steve Huff are both knowledgeable people who love music and the hobby. They both see the CW IV and Forte III as amazing loudspeakers. I'm not saying they are the mouthpiece of gospel, but rather they are generally smart audiophiles with fair and decent track records. For anyone who thinks Klipsch are shrill, harsh, shouty, overpriced, not competitive with the alleged "state of the art" speakers out there....Check this out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FXdQ_2oKN98 |
On room size and positioning-- I was a bit surprised to find that even though I initially thought the CW IV was not fussy on placement, I was dead wrong. To be clear, they will sound decent with nearly any placement. But if I want them to sound spectacular, careful positioning pays huge dividends. I'm talking tape measure time! In my space, they sound best brought into the room from the back wall about 1-2'. Then toe in can be adjusted. |
