$178.24 for 24 months with PayPal Credit* Buy It Now. Everyone claims that it can, but can never say just exactly how. Your link has been automatically embedded. UPDATE: The forums, gallery and advanced search upgrades have been purchased. LaScala AL5 vs Klipschorn AK6 - The big ones You cannot paste images directly. It might be hard to find a pair to listen to, but search the forum to see if somebody near you has them, and will let you listen. Can only be mitigated, as in your room or my friend with the Khorns in the large room that is, for some reason, magically optimized for these speakers. 2.8k. Schu I really don't think its as cut and dry as some of you guys say and out of the two systems, if anyone is a limitied compromise, I really feel its the Khorn. Your link has been automatically embedded. Coytee, will you EVER stop pushing Jubilees? WebVoice of the Theatre A7-500-8 For smaller theatres, or where space is at a premium for multitrack systems, the A7 is the choice. Subwoofer to match Klipsch La Scalas I have become increasing aware of some really nice looking vintage Altec Lansing speakers that are horn loaded. It is funnyI have read this post before and I just spotted a pair of 19s in a local pawn shop todayI did not give it much though and then lau Since I am almost 70 now, I thought I better do it now,, tomorrow is always an unknown [8-)] especially at my age. UPDATE: The forums, gallery and advanced search upgrades have been purchased. (e.g., check the vertical polar pattern on the Iwata profile horn that you propose, not just the horizontal pattern), and Khorns show 33hz- 17khz. A design by John Hilliard, Altec Lansing Voice of the Theatre systems originally targeted movie theaters. Other than bass (which the 19 likely does better than the small, ported Valencias) the Valencias leave the Cornies far behind. So I took the best of both worlds. Forum Policies, Rules, and Terms of Service. Notice how you can't name a single one that doesn't? First let me say my post ( Mdl 19 is a two way, perhaps we should be comparing it to the Klipsch I don't know about the 811, but I had a 511 that I was using in place of the K-400 in my La Scala's, and it was night and day better than the K-400. You can build better new for under $700 a pair plus rational-size DIY cabs. :yes: http://community.klipsch.com/forums/p/91402/1318610.aspx, (You must log in or sign up to reply here. Item Information. Altec He has them in a very large room and they sound very nice as it is, but there is definitely room for improvement. Klipschorn vs two way - Jubilee. I would like to try a K-55/511b combo running them down to 400 Hz. However- 1) Good horns tend to sound more like other good horns than non-horn speakers. Both of these are good brands, IMO. As always, it's Your previous content has been restored. ). The difference is likely lower distortion of the Khorn. "The weak point is that K501 and K401 horn itself!". Secondly, the altecs easliy go down to 30hz. would love to hear it. Studio monitor class. You can post now and register later. The entire series was gradually expanded for use in general sound reinforcement and later converted in extreme high-end audio segments for hi-fi home use. It's fine when when within the scope of purchase, but when brought up all the time, and recommended for consideration when thousands over budget, multiple friends have indicated in passing that excessive Klipsch shilling is almost as bad as the Bose bashing. Pasted as rich text. I have a pair of corner horn speakers that I built myself. The K-horns play so deep, down to 20 cycles, that you don't need a sub. WebBuy Klipsch Heritage here: https://paducahhometheater.com/collections/klipsch-heritagePaducah Home Theater / PHT TV - Ep. They have been in storage for the last 20 years, this pair 5) The Altec A-7s sound much like the much bigger Altecs used with the magnetic stereo widescreen movies of the late '50s and the '60s, except that the bigger ones had more authority and more bass. Shoot, even as good as they sound now, I am still anxious to try other amps & other fine tuning experiments, just my nature. Just something different often sounds better at first. Thank you, man! Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More. Paste as plain text instead, By definition, then, the one on the left is an A7 type. Altec Horn System Transform your Klipschorns Complete Midrange Swap for Klipschorn. true obstructions (like the side of a bookcase, or other furniture 4 In at least one pitting of the Altec A7 against the Khorn, the Khorn had considerably better very high frequency response, even though both did not extend much beyond 15K Hz. You cannot paste images directly. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. I would stick with full fledged horns. Having heard both in a number of different rooms and setups,The Klipschorn is more room dependent and Amplifier dependent than the Altec 19s. When the room is Big and Khorns are in Proper Corners and you have good tube amplification the Klipschorns will smoke the Altec 19s. For the record, I bought an original set of Altec A7-500s in 1968, and they are still my main speakers - modified, of course. Quote. I've been building a small collection of Altec, JBL, Klipsch, and Dukane speaker drivers and complete speakers. wouldn't suggest that any BRAND of The original K55 is still good enough though. Are the Vintage altecs as desirable as the klipsch seems to be? excellent in a small room and in a big room, word of mouth and View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. Good condition items function properly but may exhibit some wear and tear. Some of you talk about the 19s as tho they were the A7 voice of the theaters. too different .. to compare the KH drops ton's of mid detail the 19 present's eloquently the KH produces bass performance the 19 It weighs about 220 lb. I have never been of the opinion, that any speaker is best at everything, including my A7's. how hard is it to fix or replace the horn on a 19? This is a sample of Klipsch's Flagship speaker displayed on their website! Xovers: The K-horn did this very well considering they had 3 drivers to contend with. We will let you know in advance of AK going offline during the upgrade install. Today, the A7 is one of the most sought-after speakers for home audio in Japan, in part because real estate is so expensive in Japan that to be able to say you The Model 19 was intended and designed as a domestic loudspeaker, not for theatre sound reinforcement. Audiogon Discussion Forum Including the guy who had $500 and was thinking of Fortes. Dorsey knows cinema sound inside and out, and in this article he shares his personal thoughts about these highly valued horn designs, and provides valuable tips on how to restore them. While the Khorn spec sheet shows it going down to only 33Hz -- actually 34 or 35Hz on spec sheets of some vintages, and the Altec sheet shows 30 Hz, I ran Room EQ WIzard on my Khorns and they were about -3 dB at 30 Hz, and extend to about 22.5 Hz at - 10 dB. Look man, I hate to break it to you but all horns shout. I miss them sometimes, but the La Scalas, while not excavating the depths of low end response, still do a very satisfactory job. LOL.. Sorry for that , but I cant agree . (You must log in or sign up to reply here. Not my intent at all. Just spent all day comparing Tannoy 15'' Gold, JBL 4430, Altec Clear editor. You cannot paste images directly. Based on your location, we've changed your settings: GREAT!!! It may be worth noting that in their newest hi-end product, Klipsch uses direct radiator bass. This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. the altecs easliy go down to 30hz. bookshelves or whatever to break up reflections. The La Scala has the BAD K400 squawker horn from the Klipschorn and the Cornwall has the higher different takes on what might be a good approach, explore the posts by Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. June 12, 2007 in 2-Channel Home Audio. I had an Altec 19 for myself much years ago , I compared these pair of Altecs with a K-horn . The network is fine, but like the guys are saying, the 811b is only good to a but below 800 Hz. Yes, the A7s didn't have a great low frequency response, and their high end response actually better than many expensive gears I heard. Therefore, of course I agree. could you say more about your experience with jubs? If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. On 1/20/2005 8:40:10 AM Al Klappenberger wrote: On 1/20/2005 11:02:47 AM Al Klappenberger wrote: Regarding the 511 change I have a split center, I think I am going to by a single horn and build a new HF box for it to A/B and decide from there. I'm going to approach this from a FAST/WAW perspective with an Altec 511B metal horn providing the critical range of frequencies rather like a full range driver would in some of the popular FAST/WAS projects in the Full Range forum here. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. 730 driver: 106 dB SPL Cell Configuration 2x5 Throat single throat 30210. I had to "eq" the tar out of it just to get it to go flat up to 7500 Hz where I crossed it over to the tweeter. WebFind many great new & used options and get the best deals for Set of 2 Two Vintage Altec Lansing A7 Speakers Wood Cabinets at the best online prices at eBay! July 7, 2009 in Technical/Restorations. Powered with Mc240 or audio refinement SS amp. Altec 19s win for me. I have owned both and I felt the 19's had a flatter response with a more realistic sound. Very much a turnkey speaker system. Got rid of them quickly after I got a pair of 846A Valencias. HERES Why Your Subwoofer is Bottoming Out (And How to FIX It!) And that was with the K-55 driver mated to it. I say LaScala, or Klipschorn because you say 400 horn. I said that because any time anyone mentions obtaining Klipsch on other forums, you ALWAYS mention Jubilees if you post in the thread. I have never heard the 19 pitted against the Khorn, but I agree that it is a very good speaker. 811 horns have a low frequency cut-off of 800Hz and won't go much below that. Does it have to do with the dispersion properties of the horns? By A design by John Hilliard, Altec Lansing Voice of the Theatre systems originally targeted movie theaters. Altec Voice of the Theatre Display as a link instead, Materion Truextent makes replacement diaphragms, http://alteclansingunofficial.nlenet.net/publications/techletters/AN-11_EnclosurePlans.pdf. Altec 604 coaxial - 2-Channel Home Audio - The Klipsch Audio Condition: Used Used. Pasted as rich text. I hope you are aware the A7 is an industrial looking box intended to be custom finished for residential use. Its all about compromise because nothing does it all well. Vintage Klipsch Heritage vs. Altec Lansing speakers - First Listen