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To all Klipsch Heritage fans

Likely going to purchase Klipsch Forte IV. Would opt for Cornwall IV but space may or may not be a factor. If not, then it’s the Corns.

Two part question: if I have to opt for the Forte IV I’ll be happy. Question is: how many folks out there find placing these 1’ or less from the front wall satisfying? I’ve seen a ton of YouTube videos and most people claim they had to pull them out a good 3-4 ft out; however, the majority of those reviewers had bare wood floors, no wonder, the bass must have very boomy. I have thick carpet so I know it will tame it down significantly. I prefer to set them up along the long wall so I have little wiggle room to pull them out; on the other hand, placing them along the short wall will give me 3-4 ft of play from the rear wall.

Question two; The Cornwall IV. I can get these only if I opt for my system and tv along the short wall. What say anyone regarding Klipsch Cornwall vs Crites Speaker CS Style B Cornwalls? I’ve got no problem putting wood veneer on them myself. The Crites crossovers look impressive and higher end than Klipsch (sorry Klipsch, but it does). Thoughts welcome. Cheers and thanks. 

octobertime
octobertime OP
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To everyone who was so kind to respond to my post: To All Klipsch Heritage Fans, Thank You.

I didn't realize this subject matter was going to account for numerous responses, way too many to personally address one on one so I thought to add this general, thank you all for your ideas and support both positive and so called negative, all good. 

Forgive me, but I am still new to posting stuff, so I hope this response reaches or addresses everyone equally. Watch out for Part ll of the To All Klipsch Heritage Fans for another question.

Cheers

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ditusa
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@kingdeezie, +10

Mike

bolong
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Most humans have a penchant for sadism. It had evolutionary advantages apparently.

larryi
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I am not an owner of Klipsch speakers, but I’ve heard Cornwalls and Forte models and I like them.  But, like any “energetic” speakers like them, they are picky about the amplifier paired to them.  My preference would be a low powered tube amp of the highest quality you can afford.  Something in the 10-40 watt range should work.  Many higher powered tube amps will sound hard with these speakers.

I am not do sure that you can count on carpeting to reduce bass boom.  Bass frequencies are not easily absorbed and the carpet might, instead, absorb higher frequencies making the balance even more bass heavy.  But, you should be able to find decent balance by experimenting with speaker placement and location of your listening chair.

Good luck.

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lak
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+1 @mapman.

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