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I am no audiophile expert - but i do care immeasurably for music and strive to present it in its most natural form within my dancespace. I am considering purchasing a pair of Khorns for use in a 10m square room - concrete floor and walls - the space is a dance space and high volume is essential...clarity taking precedence over bass extension.

I would be very grateful to anyone who could confirm that these are the same model Klipsch that David Mancuso & Alex Rosner used at the legendary 'Loft' in NYC during the 70s/80s.

I would also be very grateful to anyone willing to give me advice in terms of amplification: I am considering restoring a couple of giant Manley Monoblocs (i need to purchase the valves)

many thanks - Dominic (London)
trippin
restock
831 posts
 
Interesting - Here is something that might be just the right information (found via a basic Google search):

Interview with David Mancusco of NYC Loft

I hope this helps :)

Rene
bignerd100
515 posts
 
The Klipsch Belle would be a better bet in a square room. Same driver compliment as teh K-horn but doesn't need the corner. You would have more freedom to move them from the corners.
duane
189 posts
 
They are the same but not very acurate, just loud. Listen to some EAW's, Bag End's, or Meyers speakers to compare. They are pro speakers but they are more smooth and flat the KHorns. May want to soften the room with sound treatment because all hard surfaces will make any speaker sound like crap in a shower stall.
klipschfan
176 posts
 
Khorns, LaScala II's or the new Cornwall III's will do the job. I am using a McIntosh MC352 with my Khorns and am quite pleased with the sound. Being partial to SS amps (set it and forget it) can't offer any insight to the Manley amps.

For high volume and clarity any of the above Klipsch Heritage models are hard to beat.

Best of luck with your sound system.
Cheers!
speedball
86 posts
 
There are many at the Klipsch Speaker Forum who may be interested in your question.
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