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00:00 Intro
02:18 La Scala
07:20 Cornwall
12:21 Heresy
17:21 Forte
22:24 Klipschorn
28:05 Jubilees
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[@eduardoquirino8131]

La Scala hands down. It has a royally neat sound with great bass and clear highs with no harshness

[@thomasdoherty503]

I loved the La Scalas but would have to say that the K-Horns win in this case/with this song -- they seem more clear, more present. However, check out the Sound Sommelier demo La Scalas doing Dire Straits "You and Your Friend" -- UN. F--ING. REAL. Cheers.

[@hanksta34]

Nothing is "hands down" its just your opinion.

[@CeeJay591]

Agreed - as many other commenters below, the La Scala's sounded the best to me. However, I am very sure I could get used to Jubilees - they sounded very different and I'm sure that, the longer you listen to them, the more accurate and detailed they sound.

[@guravi4295]

i think the horn, for clarity and precision

[@Synthematix]

They are harsh actually between 450 and 540hz

[@MrBonger88]

I was really surprised at how well balanced the Fortes are from top to bottom

[@wanderlustjohn]

I own them and absolutely love them. Great observation.

[@davidcarter9156]

Not so much balance in my system. I thought what an improvement over the Heresy IV’s with PL evo 100 separates and happy for all of two months. Then fatigue started on marathon listening sessions. Just too balanced that at high volume 60% it gets messy sound for a medium room. Too much speaker for high level listening in smaller rooms as night time listening was as you all rave. But still, traded to Kantas No 1 and have never looked back. Till now. Damn it!

[@vassmarc1]

Wow my ears must be so different to yours

[@ericnigg]

@@davidcarter9156maybe a mismatch with your amp? Haven't experienced that issue.

[@davidcarter9156]

@@ericnigg it was and didn’t know much about room treatment

[@stephenfletcher6801]

For the money: The Forte IV. Thanks for one of the best demo videos ever. Perfect musical selection for demo. Would love to hear equal demo with Paradigm Founder series speakers.

[@brownj2]

I love mine

[@jukingeo]

@stephenfletcher6801 That was my pick as well. In real life, I had come across the Forte a few times and I really like the sound from that speaker. It is what made Klipsh my favorite speaker. But I had been constantly informed about the Heresy and Khorns, but haven't heard those in person. I was warned about the Heresy and yes, I have to agree with those warnings and that was the only speaker in the lineup above that I was truly disappointed with. I have heard recording of the Khorns many times and yeah, they can sound much better than presented here. However, I had never heard it live. It is still something I have to do in my life, but I just don't know anyone (near me) that has them.

[@aleksconery]

Forte - they have no bass at all!

[@TheBigdutchster]

The LaScalas sounded the best to me.

[@HiFiWright]

And it wasn't even close for all around big, full and well-rounded live sound. Couldn't agree more!

[@olafvidar9315]

Hands down!

[@335ownrtx]

I got a set of forte' . Lascala are next.

[@ralphonsnowflakes8665]

@@335ownrtxI have the CornWall 4’s & Heresy 4’s, Forte 4’s are next. They will be all running simultaneously and I can’t wait. If these had the NAD Amp with the graphic EQ then you’d be able to hear a lot more of what they can do.

[@jonesjoy834]

Jubilees destroy the Scala

[@racegannon6533]

In the last 47 years I have owned every model of Heritage Klipsch speaker (also 2 pair of full sets of MCM Concert Klipsch) … This demo was very swayed in that the Klipschorns were not set in a corner which makes a HUGE difference. In my last large home's Great Room I had two Klipschorns in corners running in Stereo and a Klipsch Belle running in mono in the dead center between the Klipschorns. The sound was to die for …. I died and went to heaven in a sonic bliss ….

[@Ron1948cr]

Back in the late 1970s I heard that set up of corner horns and a Belle Klipsch center, driven by Luxman tube amps. It was a dealer up in Northern NJ. To this day I still dream back to that golden day of pure listening pleasure. You are “very fortunate “ to have that set up of a true wall of sound system !! So lucky !!

[@parentaladvisory66]

how big was your great room? Mine is 60'x40' and looking into Klipschorns. I'll need to look into the Belle.

[@weldo1948]

Mr. Paul set up the LaScala as the center speaker in his demonstration room. Fantastic! Proper placement in the corner horns is important. According to him, they provided the last eight feet of the 16 foot folded horn. I’ve experienced (ages ago) a sample of both setups and the corner placement is far better.

[@Justwantahover]

You can tell by the cold sound that the Klipschorns need to to be in the corners.

[@brettbuck7362]

@@Justwantahover They sound like that even if you have them in the corners, just maybe not as much. The balance is obviously off. The classic metallic-sounding horn ringing is the price you pay for the efficiency. If you can hear it even on computer speakers, it's pretty bad, every Klipschorn setup I have ever heard is more-or-less like that to varying degrees. Hard to tell whether this is a fair test over a computer and Grado SR325s or what the mic setup is, but the overall impression is much what I heard in real life in live tests. McIntosh is less than ideal for this but I think any weakness in the amplifier is completely swamped by the speaker problems. The Jubilee sounds the best to me (less metallic-sounding honking), La Scala second, others are non-players. I cannot tolerate the coloration, it's a particular pet peeve. I think you can do A LOT better for far, far less money, like

[@hockey365]

The Jubilee presentation was in another league, another dimension, than all the other speakers. There were virtually no shortcomings in the presentation, no compromises that had to be made. If you wanted mid-range, it was there. If you wanted detailed highs, they were there. If you wanted authoritative bass, it was there . You could make an argument for certain aspects and qualities of all the other speakers, but none of them were even remotely close to the Jubilee and what it brought sonically.

[@timhallas4275]

yep. for the price of a decent SUV, you can own them.

[@timmotel5804]

@@timhallas4275 I would if I could

[@davidsecord6412]

I once had the opportunity to hear a pair of Klipschhorns in a room with walls filled with sand and steel-reinforced floor and ceiling with acoustic panels and treatment, all guided by the use of a real-time acoustic processing unit. The speakers were placed (as they should be) in the corners of the room (as the last half octave of the bass horn uses the corner of the room) and listened to them for as long as the owner would allow. He impressed me at one point by playing a frequency sweep off a CD and showed that the horns could reproduce to 5Hz and absolutely shake the room, even with that construction. Amazingly efficient and accurate. I was amazed at what I was hearing.

[@Camplou2]

I have a pair of K Horns and had designed my home around them, with the speakers placed in reinforced plywood backed up by sand filled corners, and have a Mac environmental room equalizer that was set up using a pink noise generator. Currently do not have a space to house it so all equipment in storage.

[@daviddrake6875]

What power level to reproduce 5 Hz?

[@daviddrake6875]

I had Speakerlab Ks in the corners of my living room long wall. Have you heard these? To me with a 4 digit serial number Marantz 2270 they sounded great.

[@ctbcubed]

@@daviddrake6875I built mine in 1977 from the Speakerlab plans and never looked back. Over the years, I've probably cut the parts for 10 pair for friends. I made sure to wear hearing protection while I cut the wood so I wouldn't ruin my ears for the finished product! They are in the corners of the living room where they need to be and sound as good as the pair of real Klipschorns I first heard in a hi-fi showroom, but could only dream of owning. The bass drivers in mine are Electrovoice SP15s with Altec horns on the midrange and JBL tweeters for 5K and up. They've always been powered by a 100 w home built solid state power amplifier and I'm in the process of building a Mosfet amp based on a design from Elliot Sound Products in Australia. The best thing about horn designs is how efficient they are and it only takes a few watts to achieve incredibly clean and loud sound. My main sound source these days comes from a Wiim Pro Plus streamer with Schiit Modi DAC.

[@emailforchristopher]

I like the Cornwall speakers. More clarity; I can hear much more gong on in that song.

[@flyergowest]

To my ears the LaScala were the best by far. Highs Mids and lows performed equally well. Three times the prices of the other lower priced speakers but still better than the most expensive speakers. Could be the rooms or the KZbin. Thanks for your work.

[@aldoantoniovicentesilva6996]

I Agree !!!

[@robinkleinsteuber5217]

Agreed, at least with the setups presented. The LaScala presentation was clear, effortless, and of superb tonal balance, as presented. Tempting potential purchase, indeed!! However, in fairness, I do believe that both the Klipschorn and the Jubilee would benefit significantly with more space around them, especially so with the Jubilee, and in the corners of the room, which is especially so for the K-horns, as that is their intended room placement originally stated by the original designer Paul W Klipsch, himself. Corner placement, I suspect, would benefit the much newer Jubilee model mightily as well. As presented, though, that LaScala is amazing!! 😊👍🍺

[@QTX23]

Absolutely agree!

[@fanclub670]

I agree too....

[@biketech60]

The Khorns had the outer part of the bass cabinet closed off from the room , improperly . The La Scala's sound best in this video . They also sound most like my large open baffles

[@zendrive]

Wow I'm surprised how clearly the differences come through over this method of demo. The snare especially, you can tell right away. From a size and value perspective the Forte is very impressive.

[@brentcollins9727]

The Klipshorns were my favorite. I could see myself owning a pair of those one day

[@wheats3049]

i agree--but i am bias-i own a set of 1977 klipschorn which i purchased new --a lot of people will only understand why the cult type following of these speakers after they experience them in a well set up environment.The way they can energise a room has to be experienced to fully appreciate their positive attributes.Sure they are not perfect ,but for me i wouldn't swap them for any other speaker and i have tried quite a few over the years--i will never sell them.The cost may seem high but they will be the last speakers you ever buy so are actually a bargain.

[@rhorto01]

Favorite? Probably the Klipschorns. They all sounded really good, but I was surprised at how different they sounded from each other. The La Scalas are just silky smooth, but you could feel the Cornwalls move more air. The Hereseys (a pair of IVs I live with) sound like smaller speakers, but the family DNA is still there (and in smaller spaces, like my listening space, they fill it up just fine.) Bang for buck the Fortes might just get the nod. They sound bigger than they are. The Jubilees sounded a bit like the Klipschorns, but i wonder if in person the sense of scale is more apparent. It also dawned on me I would probably really enjoy living with McIntosh electronics! Thanks for doing this BTW. Yeah, you can't get 100% of the experience, but you can get 75-80% of it and there is something to be gained from it.

[@gene8933]

2:18La Scala 7:20 Cornwall 12:21 Heresy 17:21 Forte 22:24 Klipschorn 28:05 Jubilees

[@edgarvonboltzmann7465]

Thank you.

[@bigelile07]

Maybe the video was edited but the different speakers are in the progress bar and you can hit the same music section with each speaker.

[@sauleomarova7730]

so, which one is your favorite?

[@halmetzger8429]

@@sauleomarova7730 The K-Horns placed in corners and I prefer the older ones with the AA crossovers. It’s basically like the la Scala’s on steroids, much more and Awesome, tight base due to the larger folded horn. The laScala’s would be my second choice. Definitely worth the price!

[@Channel-cm7yc]

La Scala definitely. It played the cleanest and sounded equally balanced. May be a touch on the bright side and slightly forward. But that’s ok! As amplifier power goes that’s not overkill, I’ll choose headroom and linearity every time no matter the loudspeaker because it does affect every listening experience and makes it just absolutely wonderful!

[@fanclub670]

I agree 👍👍

[@JumpnZacFlash]

I like them for their use. La Scala-symphony, Cornwall-party, Heresy-small room Mighty Mouse, Forte-home theater, Klipschorn-warm & creamy ❤, Jubilee-the whole package & my favorite listening room monsters ❤️💕❤️. Loved your video!

[@katieveruca9785]

Thank you for taking the time to do this video! It was amazing and insightful. I keep going back to the Forte’s!! They’re the most pleasing to me.

[@martinda7446]

Even through KZbin and twenty years I immediately recognised the Klipsch sound. I was lucky enough to be in your position and work in a few London dealers for a few decades, we always had the Klipsch horns and for a while next to the Tannoy GRFs, Apogee Scintillas, big Maggies, Martin Logan CLS etc. Edit (these were just what popped in my mind...but) couldn't miss out the ProAc response 4s they were amazing! I will not say my favourite except to say I used the Quad ESL 57s at home for many years with various valve and turntable combinations. Watching this makes me hungry to play... You have a wonderful shop.

[@vallanddess]

La scala are the clear winner for me, with Forte next.

[@ronanderson7598]

What a stunner! I wasn’t expecting much since I was on my iPhone but my goodness, the Fortes were my clear favorite. They seemed the most balanced as well as the most comfortably listenable.

[@Tnapvrvideo]

Great share! My wife and I did this for real back in 2019. We spent 6 months visiting and revisiting a high end store bringing our own music, changing out DAC's, TT's, tube and solid state amps, and CD players. This video is spot on. They ALL sound different. Of course, the Jubilees weren't in the game at that time. It always comes down to personal hearing and asking the question do you hear a +/- $4000 difference in sound as you climb the ladder in their inventory. We purchased a pair (built to order), and we have listened to them here in the house for several years with an integrated EVO 300 PrimaLuna tube amplifier. We felt that tube amplification was a must have for the Klipsch sound. Again, that's personal taste. If you like the Klipsch sound as we do, you will love your choice. They're keepers. We will never move on from these speakers. We will continue to demo higher end tube amplification and front end sources seeking an even greater sound. The Klipsch speakers definitely reveal every component in the chain of equipment. I cannot say that for speaker wire or interconnects. For us, good was good enough. We simply didn't detect any real change. You do hear a difference when you swap in different components. The Klipsch speakers also reveal great recordings and lousy recordings. This is particularly true with albums. Hiss, clicks and pops are immediately heard and become quite distracting. CD's vary in brightness as well as a foggy background versus a clean, dark background. Most CD's are dead silent between songs. Album s range a lot.

[@0319venom]

I bought a pair of Forte for 50 bucks from a guy in a bar 25 yrs ago. still the best speakers I have. LOVE'EM

[@SkyFiAudio]

Nice score!

[@jeffreythurston1822]

What a fun video. The Jubilees are in a different league. Aside from them the La Scala blew away the rest, especially with its midrange. I was surprised the Forte held their own even with the bigger ones. Nice job. Thanks for doing this.

[@SkyFiAudio]

Glad you liked it Jeff. There is really no wrong choice, just a matter of budget and room size.

[@alexbrandauer606]

I agree. Forte is fine. Trusted horns. Made few subs by BM design. Perfect strong bass. Every note is in the air. 😊

[@omarfranco2077]

@@SkyFiAudioexactly, to me considering budget and room size the winner is the Fortes, it’s the new musical warrior lol wasn’t overshadowed by their bigger brothers 🎸

[@ralfwindte5986]

Yes, the Jubilees have a pronounced and clean bass but the la scales were more natural overall. But that might have to do with the listening room. I expect in the right room with some DSP applied the Jubilees are superior.

[@thomasshannon9662]

To me I was torn between the Forte and the Cornwalls. Anything above that I couldn't even touch.

[@mjhirt5]

As good as comparisons can get on KZbin quality sounds. I loved the format. Nicely done.

[@seanwalsh999]

As a hi-fi dealer you probably know what I am about to say but many don't know or have forgotten that back in the day Hi-fi usually included a pre-amp and the amp as separates, this allowed one to run the amp wide open and the volume was controlled by the pre-amp, this allowed for maximum dynamics. In todays world with integrated amps this is not always possible as the amps volume knob is often the main volume control, however one day I realized that I have a pre-amp, in that I can control all my volume with my tv's remote, so I turned down my Tv's volume and cranked my integrated amps volume to almost wide open, then slowly raised the Tv's volume, wow, what a difference, now all that bass showed up that I didn't know I was missing. What prompted this was listening to those Jubilees, that is some smooth bass. Thanks for the demo.

[@canuckchris5733]

What a treat. From 1975 to 1985 I sold Klipch ,Acoustat,Mission,Dalquist and numerous other loud speakers and Amps I always used Dire Straits first Album to demo on an Oracle with a mission 774 arm and a high output MC cartridge I ended up buying a pair of Klipsch Speakers in 1976 Just sold them last year Loved the trip down memory lane

[@frankgeeraerts6243]

774 ................great sounding arm.......

[@sauleomarova7730]

yes, but did you ever BUY them?

[@johncarroll6367]

The new Cornwall had the best overall sound...Impact...bass punch...dynamics...midrange/vocal presence...and treble smoothness/clarity. A VERY solid presentation. I am a synesthete. I have the ability to "see" music in abstract forms in my mind's eye. So, the Cornwall had the best "visual" presentation. Thanks so much for the videoof the loudspeakers! Peace!!!

[@robertm7554]

I have been to a LOT of live concerts and the Cornwall comes closest of having that “live”concert type sound . “Concert” sound is my taste.

[@303Estates]

Great video!! I have a chance to buy the Fortes, and have often thought of getting the Heresy's... and this video show how much better, and fuller the sound is of the Fortes is, so you sold me on that!!!

[@christkallimanis4621]

Forte IV. Awesome for the price. As far as comparing by listening on my vans speakers. Thank you for doing this comparison video. It is very helpful. I’m looking for new good speakers.😉

[@CHIEFS8214]

The LaScala's felt like coming home. A very familiar, comfortable warmth. I've never owned Klipsch, HOWEVER, I'd consider those.👍

[@scottdaughtry6740]

A fantastic video concept.. wish more shops would take the time/energy to do these comparisons.. thank you!

[@markalestra4558]

This is THE comparison I've been looking for. Thanks for taking the time to set all of this up. I've always had my heart set on acquiring the Cornwalls (of course, which I can't afford). Then after reviewing this "rough" comparison, the clear winner to me were definitely the La Scalas. I was amazed at the punch, clarity and overall range. Now I pine for speakers which I can so NOT afford even more. But, this helps me with the technical decision. Can't wait to hear these in person. Thanks, again!

[@Shalmaneser1]

Room treatments? We don't need no steekin' room treatment!

[@joemcsweeney3923]

Mark, look into KLH model 5. They're not full range, but pretty good for 1/2 the price of a set of Fortes

[@stephenstevens6573]

As impressive as the jubilees are, im still so impressed with the LaScalas. Im a Magnapan fan. They are my end game speakers. Since ive had my vintage MGllas ive been happier than i have ever been. Belive me, ive yried dozens of speakers in my long life, but the only thing i would ever give them up for would be a pair of LaScalas. Never going to happen on my fixed income, but its always nice to dream!! Thank you so much for doing this! It only setves to reinforce my idea. Thank you again!

[@issadad]

As a Maggie fan, may I ask your opinion? I'd like to get Magnepan 1.7i or 3.7i but a few Maggie lovers have warned me that my room is TOO big. It's 26 x 22 x 15 ft high. My listening triangle would have 8 ft open space to the left, 10 ft to the right, and 9 ft above. Even with a good high current amp, some say the absence of boundary walls to act as the "enclosure" will kill the Maggies and make them sound tinny. In your experience, is this a legitimate worry. Btw, the reason I'm here is that these same people suggested I go for Klipsch Cornwalls instead. But I don't like their hornish sonority.

[@stephenstevens6573]

@@issadad I think there is reason for feeling that your room is too large...part of the magic of Maggie's is the fact that the sound comes from all sides...that transparent sound that we all love could be dimished somewhat by the large room. I have seen a friend offset this somewhat by using screens to set up a false wall nearer the sides of the speakers. They can't be the fabric type, moreso a solid surface. Plus the accordion type effect of the folding joints makes a reflective surface that breaks up the sound a little. All I can tell you is that for me, I can't imagine life without mine. Listening position is important, of course, with any speakers and Maggie's are no different. They need to be pulled out at least 3 feet into the room(mine are about 5 feet) It's hard to have them in a traditional "living room" because they dominate the space, but to me that's part of the draw. Mine are oak and fabric and though dated, I still find them very attractive. Just my experience.

[@issadad]

@@stephenstevens6573 Thank you. Hearing from real users is invaluable, especially living in Maine without dealers. If your friend actually has similar spatial concerns, sufficient to require setting up false walls, then, sadly, I must look elsewhere -- because I also have a huge chunk of space ABOVE my speakers (whatever I choose). Klipsch Cornwall IV's were recommended, as I mentioned, but they're not Maggies. I do like the open baffle speakers from Spatial Audio Labs and GR Research -- ever heard those? If you couldn't have your Maggies because you had a huge room, where would you turn?

[@Cienfuegos911]

Thank you so much for putting this great video together. It's greatly appreciated. I currently own Forte Ones which I love. Here is my list. 1. Klipschorn 2. Jubilees 3. La Scala 4. Fortes 5. Cornwall 6. Heresy

[@Pegger58]

Listening to your La Scala's on my vintage 75 LA Scala's...Rock on !!

[@stevev7402]

Going to have to pick the jubilee as my favorite, big warm sound. My first pair of speakers were Fortes that I purchased right out of high school in the early 80s. When I bought them I heard a set of Khorns and fell in love. Could never afford them but always remembered them. In the early 2000s I started hanging out on the Klipsch forums and started seeing people talking about building their own Khorns so for about 3 years I gathered plans, educated myself, collected every photo I could find, got all the drivers, built the crossovers and even built the speakers in a CAD program. I finally built them for real in 2011 I think it was and they turned out fantastic. I posted a whole thread on the forum with the process and pictures. I still listen to them regularly and use the Fortes as surrounds in an AV setup. Klipsch fan for life.

[@user-tv3bu9jd3v]

Those Klipscorns sound so full and well balanced I'm in love. I know what I want for Christmas. They sounded that beautiful and they weren't even in the corners. Amazing. Thank you for this sound comparison Fernando. It was tremendously helpful.

[@SkyFiAudio]

Oh great, Im so happy you got something out of it. Thanks for the encouragement.

[@retohofmann5878]

You are right, I own two Klipschorns...they definitly need a corner.

[@BetterISupposeYeah]

whatever electronics you are using must be absolutely fantastic. I was able to hear clear and obvious differences in the audio as each speaker changed. The first and the last was to my mind the best.

[@SkyFiAudio]

A bit overkill using the MA12000 but I figured that would be the most neutral.

[@edmaster3147]

@@SkyFiAudio how about one of the better Jadis?

[@rhykko77]

Amazing demo .......captures the Klipsch tone and FEEL !

[@lualrosaal]

Klipshorn, La Scala, Forte (which I own a set of original IIs). Happy to see that the ones I have fared so well to my taste! Many thanks for the comparo.

[@cantgoslow]

First time 'hearing' Klipsch speakers and even through KZbin the Cornwall's sounded fantastic to me. The others had either a bloom or a flatness that took away from the realism of the music. They had cohesion and unforced detail that made the whole presentation really enjoyable.

[@Mario.Martinez1306]

Least to most expensive (start of vocals) Hersey 12:45, Forte 17:45, Cornwall 7:46, La Scala 2:42, Klipschorn 22:49, Jubilee 28:28

[@eprzepiora]

Yes - I completely agree

[@geomorph8888]

Great demo! Thanks so much for taking the time and effort to put this together. My preference is for the LaScalas, but they could probably use some open baffle 15" subs for that last octave. Again, thanks!

[@jshelledy1]

Great post. Bought a pair of Heresy around 1975. I think they were $250 each. Still using them today. Thanks for the no BS presentation.

[@johngrigg7910]

The Cornwalls sounded the best to my ears. Each pair had a different strengths, but I definitely liked the Cornwalls the best. I guess it also depended on the equipment we were listening with.

[@user-tv3bu9jd3v]

I love that Memorex print on your wall. I remember those in Stereo Review and High Fidelity magazine back in the day. Brings back good memories.

[@harbirnain]

Maxell, not Memorex

[@lloydagnew722]

Wow! What a great demo. You could really hear the difference which is amazing on a KZbin video. Overall winner for me were the Jubilee, followed by Klipschorn and LaScalla. However, bang for the buck has to go to the Forte IV. Thank you for creating this video and for the fun quotient

[@NorthernGateway72]

Excellent demo of the Klipsch speakers! La Scala is my favorite.

[@danielc39876]

That‘s hands down the best comparison available in the net! Thank you! I was really surprised about the big differences and how bad the boxy speakers sound after the La Scala. Each for itself very good, but compared to the La Scalas not so great anymore. From boxy ones the Forty four was the best to my ears. Add one or two very good subs to the La Scalas and they run circles around the Jubilee. At least to my ears and in this comparison. This being said, I am now listening to brothers in arms on my set up and am also so very impressed and would love to compare it here and now to the La Scalas :D (canton reference 5k, Yamaha A-S3200, Denafrips Pontus II, via Quobuzplus a well measured in SVS closed sub)

[@SkyFiAudio]

On paper the La Scalas read like they need a sub but be sure to listen to them first in person, they have tons of believable and impactful bass. I have never felt they need a sub. Just my 2 cents.

[@jdmccorful]

#1 and #5 are wonderful! The room isn't big enough for #5 's sonic capability. It's like sittin in the band. Enjoyed! Thanks for the demo.

[@hwccheng]

KHorn and LaSala have very similar sound signatures. While Jubilee, Forte, Cornwall are closer in sound signatures. The Jubilee and Forte has a smoother base. The Heresy needs to be cranked up a bit but sound signature are kinda between the 2 groups but towards the Cornwall. I think I like Jubilee or Forte’s signature the best and Cornwall and Heresy second. I do own Heresy IV and this number is also one of my go to testing song.

[@kellyl9198]

On the first pass I thought I preferred the sound of the Cornwall, which I was very happy to discover, since I’ve considered ordering a pair one day. But then I went back and forth with the LaScala and they really won me over. I also loved the Jubilee.

[@marcesto9431]

I attended college in Nashville. When the Opryland Amusement Park went out of business, our fraternity purchased a used pair of klipschorn speakers ($200) that the amusement park had used in one of their venues. Our fraternity had the best sound system of any frat in North America and, much to the dismay of Dean Potter, we blasted high fidelity music across the campus. I wonder what became of those speakers

[@alextaylor8776]

I don’t know if it was the change of room but in my opinion the Klipschorn was the most superior speaker of the group. They had a true life like studio sound to them, the music came alive in a natural, smooth, mellifluous way. The La Scala’s are a close second. The worst were the Jubilees, very muffled and artificially forced.

[@TraderDan58]

I’ve heard the LaScalas in person and they are my grail speakers (one of these days) but my Cornwalls are 98% there and I love them

[@SkyFiAudio]

Considering the price difference, the Cornwalls are a great value compared to the La Scallas and probably 90% of the performance.

[@georgeyothers2254]

yes thank you this is the best way to compair them thank you you did a great demo

[@djsoulfilter]

I had the privilege to listen to a pair of La Scalas when I was a teenager. My parents were renting a house from a family friend and he left the La Scalas there. I first had them hooked up to a cheap JVC system. Later I had them hooked up to a Pioneer receiver and they sounded so good! I'd love to have the room and the budget to own a pair someday!

[@JamesJones-xv1rr]

I am surprised at how well I can hear the character of these speakers through my headphone system. Great job! I choose the La Scala first, Forte second. Thanks!

[@lm74829]

Klipschhorn clearly my choice, sounded most balanced, Jubilee surprisingly muffled.

[@TheMirolab]

Its because most of what we are hearing is the room. The jubilees were clearly in better treated room. The showroom sounds like a disaster in this video.

[@r.reidcollinsjr4042]

I had Heresy speakers from 1977 to 2021 when I upgraded to Forte IVs. Love them both.

[@dreadpirateroberts4742]

Great demo thank You for your effort.

[@Jwn1971]

La Scala followed by Forte as far as I can tell through my headphones on PC.

[@BobTrainor]

I love the La Scala’s. I got to say I thought the Corner horns had a great cense of space between the sounds. I have a pair of Heresy’s and a pair of Fortes. I don’t think my rooms are large enough for the La Scala’s but maybe I’ll do it anyway. And Finally, Heresy’s rock! Great bang for the buck. Anyone out there looking to get into the Heritage line at a lower price, get a pair of Heresy’s, they deliver!! Get Fernando to hook you up, you won’t regret it. Go Fernando! Another great video. Thanks

[@willybird3377]

Neat comparison; I used to have a pair of Cornwall's and to be they still give the best definition of all of them. Probably not a good comparison listening on a Klipsch computer set but I thought it was fun and informative. Good work

[@donaldscheer5206]

I'd Love To Hear All These Klipsch Speakers LIVE! Love All Of Them!

[@philholmes4183]

Guys you have some serious speakers there + have watched your videos from the UK ,as for the rest of your line up absolutely awesome audio ,I will keep watching with great interest and many thanks

[@parttime9070]

The Jubilees have wider sound stage but the Klipschorns seem to have more control.. However I like the Forte's for an overall sound detail.. Thanks for posting..

[@hwccheng]

Khorn, La Scala have very similar sound signatures. Jubilee and Forte sounds signature are alike and Cornwall and Heresy are similar with Cornwall’s base is smoother. Of the 3 groups, I like Jubilee and Forte the most, live with composure and smooth. Cornwall and Heresy the second but not as smooth at the low. The LaScale and KHorn are the most exciting of the brunch but does feels like screaming, more than in a live concert. My reference… Heresy IV at home and a few very good experiences at live concerts under my belt. Great comparison BTW!

[@timothymailhot8339]

Your video popped up while I was doing something else and I like the content so I let it roll... Listening on La Scala ... and hands down mids sound strong. Vocal range is energizing. Makes me consider upgrading my amp.

[@timothymailhot8339]

The two speakers with the big midrange horn are the ones to get. Lascala or Corner horn.

[@DavGreg]

Fortunately I have had a chance to hear earlier versions of these in person - demonstrated in the presence of Paul Klipsch many years ago (early-mid 1980s). He came to Germany and appeared at the old Stuttgart PX , which at that time was the size of a shopping mall (Robinson Barracks) and was the largest military exchange in the world. What I remember of the demo was how efficient the horns were in producing sound compared to conventional speakers. I also got to take Music Appreciation class in college where the classroom was equipped with the commercial version of the LaScala. They really performed well with the classical and jazz music that was much of our in class listening. It is nice to see that Audiovox has continued to make these in Hope Arkansas. If placed properly the Klipschorn is undoubtedly the king of the line but the LaScala/Belle Kilipsch for most would be best.

[@legacygarage1198]

For me the Lascalas

[@williamwallace7299]

LaScala and Forte did it for me. Given the price difference I would go with the Forte. I’m glad you did this and I’ll add your site to my list of favorites. BTW, we’re the Forte IV or III? I’m new at this audiophile thing and don’t know if I could tell a discernible difference between the two. What amp and DAC would you recommend for the Forte that would keep my budget around $10,000? Thanks!

[@kevinbachus5887]

thank you for doing this comparison. La Scala gets my vote... Open midrange with great full bass extension. vocals very clear... all a bit forward but not tiring for the length of this sound track...Loved them....hard to beat Brothers in Arms as well.

[@wjenk3435]

Nice Demo - Thanks

[@flipfloptanlines926]

Great experiment. Grew up with Chorus's as a child, Belle's through my 20s, and Crites Cornscalas for 10 years now. Easily the Cornwalls have the best bass in most rooms with excellent midrange. KHorns, if put in corner traps, in the right shaped room, outperform all others. Stereo image is better with LaScala and KHorn. Jubilee is awesome but DSP makes it a non contender. The 3rd gen Cornwall makes major improvements in midrange, bringing it to an almost match to Cornscalas from Crites (Cornscala= Lascala mid and high + Cornwall bass). Heresy is a very good speaker for its size. All Klipsch have excellent clarity and excel in being versatile enough to be acceptable in most rooms, with excellent efficiency allowing most amplifiers room to breath. Low wattage requirements and high power capabilities generally do not go hand in hand but with Klipsch they do, and they sound fantastic. Taking all in to account i believe the Forte is the best balance and imaging and tone with its excellent passive radiator. Chorus is the same design with a larger enclosure and bass driver. Curious if Klipsch with bring the Forte's big brother back. Love what yoll got goin on in Glen Rock

[@gotham61]

"Stereo image is better with LaScala and KHorn" LOL. Except for the Jubilee, the audio was all recorded in mono.

[@keithwiebe1787]

All horns would see major improvement with dsp.

[@flipfloptanlines926]

@gotham61 Ive got 3 decades experience with all these speakers including owning 3 models. Im not referring to how they sound on KZbin. Im referring to experience.

[@flipfloptanlines926]

@keithwiebe1787 Perhaps...maybe....probably.....horns would benefit from DSP. Im not prepared to make that decades old argument. DSP takes the Jubilees out of the apple to apple comparison because the DSP obviously is another factor that is meant to improve sound, but it can also degrade from the sound, making comparisons difficult. That aside the Jubilee out excels the other examples.

[@buckmclean8391]

I am considering cornscalas. How would you rate them against cornwalls and la scalas?

[@yippie6862]

Here is my list from best to worst. Which I'm sure some of you will disagree with. 1. Jubiless (If you have the space) 2. LaScala (Prefer the openness of the bass sound vs Klipshorn) 3. Forte (Very balanced sound) 4. Klipschorn (Good mids and highs but the bass makes it sound shut in) 5. Cornwall (More dynamic and larger sound than Forte but bass sounds too bloated and overall a boxy sound) 6. Heresy (Balanced but just less of everything the others have)

[@SkyFiAudio]

This seems to be the consisted theme. 1 Jubilee, 2 La Scala.

[@crawdaddy6969]

You are hearing the differences through a microphone, which even the absolute best is not a good representation. Personally, I liked the Jubilee, Forte, Cornwall, Klipschorn, Heresy. But I know from actual listening It would be almost in order of price except swapping Cornwall for LaScala. I own Cornwalls so I could be biased. But I know that hereys rock.

[@TommyS3119]

Your on the bullseye with your list Yippie. They are all truly wonderful speakers.

[@TommyS3119]

The Jubilees!! Wow! What a system!!!!

[@Rudy1310]

First of all, congratulations. What a nice idea. Even though the session is "in" KZbin environment, it is possible to capture the personality of each pair of speakers. And they are all quality ones.😊 My vote goes to La Scala.

[@chickenpotpie4045]

Its pretty cool how well you can hear the differences even through a video, I listened to Forte IV's through my Forte 3's lmao

[@martinda7446]

PPS Blimey what a surprise at the end!!! They are amazing! If you have a spare 35 grand, that is the pair. They are miles ahead. The La Scalas are the best value / performance model for me. Edit Like the Maxell ad pic.

[@benvasilinda9729]

There was no comparison at all, the La Scala’s were by far the best sounding for this song and I’m a huge Mark Knopfler fan.

[@JKim-hb5ry]

I am not sure if one can judge speakers on KZbin. However, based on what I've heard, my choice is Cornwall. The depth and clarity. Especially the depth of the sound that seems to come from the back of the speaker. Clean and true representation of live music and voice without too much mid and bass heard from the other larger speakers. Even from my cheap TV speaker, the depth and clarity came through above the other speakers. The speakers should not be judged based on bass alone. The speakers job is to recreate live music and voice best as possible. There were couple others that were close. But, the Cornwall stood out. Many voted La Scala. I think this was based on its popularity, familiarity and design with this model. I am sure all the speakers sound great in its set up location. Also, this Dire Straits, Brothers in Arm album is one of the best album for a speaker test. Along with Norah Jones 1st. album., come Away with me. Ty. for taking me back to my college days.

[@muzaaaaak]

La Scala is the cleanest, most balanced of them all for my ears and sound style. They’re all quite excellent, but I could see enjoying the LaScalas every day with all music genres and sounds. Thank you for this very special and semi-private demo. Excellent presentation.

[@derekfaughn4982]

1. Forte IV, 2. Klipschorn AK6...only two I'd own. I'm guessing the abundance of bass on the Cornwalls could be adjusted based on positioning of the speaker in the room.

[@mikegallegos4444]

Hearing the family resemblance, I very much enjoyed the La Scala’s. However they all sounded great.

[@wtmf80]

I'm listening to your video on my Klipsch R-625FA's and those Jubilees sound amazing.

[@USAF-SF]

I had a set of Belles that I brought back from Okinawa when I was stationed there, got married and moved into a new house, sold my Belles because she didn't appreciate audio like I did... Eventually I got rid of her after 6 yrs and I've cried more about losing my Belles than losing her!!! They were spectacular and all of my buddies in Service were jealous of how incredible they sounded... Side note, Dire Straights was one of my favs to play, and there is just no comparison from being right in the sweet spot listening to that album!!! Ahhh memories...

[@tmode428]

La Scala pulled well ahead of the others. Such pure clean sound. Wow I did not realize they are so very expensive.

[@Acura1NSX]

News flash.... all high quality loudspeakers are expensive, lol!

[@jimlambrick3248]

I had some Klipschorns in about 1980. Bought them because they sounded so good in the store but I could never get them to sound right at home. I suspect the Jubilees are better in that respect. They sounded the best on this.

[@keithwiebe1787]

Those early khorns needed 10db of boost at 30 hz and than you would get somewhere. Easily doable though. Also decrease the 125 hz output by 3-5db helped tremendously too. Nowadays just hook them up to a home theatre receiver and let the built in dsp solve their shortcomings. Running them straight is not how to enjoy them the most.

[@77hodag]

Very helpful, thanks!

[@minnesotasalamander5913]

Thanks for the preview good comparison. Klipschorn AK6

[@Bob_Betker]

Fernando, awesome video. I really got to get a feel of the difference of the sounds of each speaker. The K-horns and the Jubilees sounded like I was in the venue listening to the band live, definitely impressed by them. I was disappointed with the sound of the LaScala's (I really wanted to like them), they sounded like the band was in the far end of a tunnel to me and there was something about the sound of the piano that just wasn't right to me (Occurs at 4:40 on the video). I wasn't noticing it on the other speakers. I enjoyed the Cornwalls, Heresy's and Forte's but of those three I enjoyed the Forte's the most. I will definitely keep you in mind for a purchase once we have moved next year and get settled in our new home.

[@SkyFiAudio]

Thanks for the input Bob. If you are local please come have a listen. These must be heard in person if you can.

[@gerihifi]

No daubt for me: la scalas are outstanding and beating all of them easiley...all others way too shouty.....klipschhorn dissapointing, because la scala on similar level... but of course your room accoustics are tough! Thanks a lot, la scala are on my listening list! 😊

[@keithwiebe1787]

It all has to do with midbass response. The La Scalas have more oomph in the 80 hz compared to khorns but khorns go lower. I'm surprised at the difference in voicing though. I have homebuilt khorns from 35 years ago and still enjoy them. Running through a dsp on Yamaha receiver and that helps tremendously with the midrange and upper end responses (using 6.5 Audax midrange driver with tractrix horn and EV35 tweeter). Many different crossover's have been used in the khorn over the years to tame the 125 hz boost they naturally have. Some do better than others. I would definitely build my own or buy a used pair before spending 15k on new ones.

[@tonymorrison-un8qs]

Thank you so much for creating this video! I love the opportunity to be able to audition these fantastic speakers in the comfort of my own home…even if the sound is through my Raycon ear buds. My top 3 picks are as follows: #1 Jubilee, #2 La Scala and #3 Forte

[@user-tv3bu9jd3v]

I love the lambswool grills on the walnut Klipschorns. Really beautiful. Retro, knockout gorgeous. Just like the sound.

[@caraudio4life195]

Jubilee has to be the most balanced with the widest range... which is odd given the huge huge horn. I didn't use my in ear monitors, but with comparison with the same listening criteria, I can see why these are the most expensive. I feel like other brands will blow them out of the water with less space for the same expense though.

[@SkyFiAudio]

I think that the fact the Jubilee is a simple two way design helps make it the most balanced speaker. I agree with your assessment.

[@JimDoblin]

As a recent Forte owner,= powered by an MC 352, I have my prejudices naturally. But to be brutally honest, those LaScalas seem the best and brightest of the bunch. The Fotes came in a close second for their overall crispness and balanced tone. Im a retired broadcaster and used to hifi --the good stuff--all of my life; growing up in (nearby)Paterson NJ. , where my father had Les Pauls's audio guy build our HIFI Room--i kid you not! . I might consider trading up for the LaScalas.. maybe even take a drive to my old stomping grounds(from Kansas now).

[@georgeharrington300]

I have heard all but the Jubilee's in a decent display room and love the overall music realism from the LaScala the best.thank you the

[@MobilMobil-kv5ke]

Thanks for the video. I used to have the Heresy’s vintage 1980. They were so efficient that the volume was never above “3” on a scale up to 10. All the Klipisch have such precise audio reproduction in the bass, midrange and tweeters. Listen to the high hat cymbals and there is no hiss. The vocals and guitar are so clear in the midrange. I love the bass and especially the punch on the Korner Horns. The kick drum sounds like it’s in the room. The K-horns belong in the corner of the room and they would be even better. The LaScala’s do a fine job with the bass too. The Forte’s, Cornwalls and Heresy’s are less finicky about placement but all do better flat on the ground and not on wheels. I think you can get away with putting Heresy’s in cabinets but you’ll have to punch up the bass a bit. That amplifier is way overkill for any Klipsch speakers. A Klipsch performs at a 3 what any other speaker needs a 6 or a 7. I think you can blow up those speakers if you crank the volume. I don’t have a wallet or a room for the Jubilees but I WANT! At these prices I would treat them with respect. Buy ANY Klipsch and you will be happy and your friends will be impressed. This is NOT a paid advertisement. I just love Klipsch speakers.

[@blueribb99]

I bought a new pair of Klipsch Cornwall II's on Dec 11, 1986 from Read Brothers Wholesale Dept. in Charleston, S.C. via mail order. They cost $1184 a pair and the riser bases were an additional $32. Shipping was free. (to Pennsylvania). They are still in use today and still sound great. When first purchased, I powered them with a Pioneer SX-1980 Receiver. (270 watts / ch). It only took a couple watts to fill the room with sound since they are so sensitive. I still have the original receipt and manuals. They never needed service and the cabinets are almost mint (after 3 moves). The only other speaker that came close was the Cerwin Vega 316R which had almost identical sensitivity. I used those as rear speakers (in A/B Stereo mode)

[@sparkymotive]

Listening to this audio comparison on my knock-off monitor's integrated speakers through KZbin's crushed bitrate. Sounds great!

[@larrysmith4918]

Excellent comparison and the perfect selection my all time favorite tunes. My home theater is quite intense in the first place but the combination of yours and mine together is epic. Had her up to 83. All things considered and the so sad fact that I could never invest 40k in new speakers, I have to say I lit this place up good with them Cornwalls. They were my favorite...

[@andysmith-ne1qs]

Great comparison ..and the K Horns sounded like mine even over my iPad !

[@danielmarshall4587]

Thank you as always for your time and effort putting this video together. Were I ever to visit your store I fear I would BURST INTO FLAMES I'd be that giddy..... I often "spend time" looking at your splendid Web page, the Linn Keltiks with four Klout power amps WELL... I nearly lost my ever-loving mind. Every success to you all and ALL THE LOVE from the UK.

[@SkyFiAudio]

Wow, thank you Daniel for the kind words.

[@danielmarshall4587]

@@SkyFiAudio Not at all, your inventory brings much pleasure.