Klipsch/Ojas


For anyone wondering about the Klipsch/Ojas collaboration.  Mine arrived at long last, and are literally annoying the neighborhood at the moment.  Speakers & stands come on a pallet and are incredibly well packed, insulated from damage and sealed from weather.  Box setup is top notch; very well protected and logically put together.  As for the speakers, some have complained about the poor cabinetry for the price.....however, pictures don't do them justice.  Yes, they are purposely retro styled and assembled, and that might turn some off, but that is part of the intent here folks.  They're intended to be a throwback to the way things were done 70 years ago.  To me, the wood work is on par with other Heritage products, and that's a good thing.  The horn has a bespoke quality, and the stands are machined and powder coated well, with quality hardware.  One has to secure the horn to the top of the speaker, and then the speakesr to the stands.  Not a big deal.  How do they sound?  Like a poor man's LaScala, and at far less size and weight.  Very efficient, and don't lose composure with volume.  Really have that je ne sais quoi character about them, and really startle you with a feeling of presence when cranking up a good live recording.   If you're into horns and can live with the look, they are pretty fabulous, and well worth the asking.  Act fast, they are limited production.

cherbib

What a cool collaboration between these two companies! I wish I could hear them.

Guttenberg did a review on his YouTube channel. They look like nothing else, that is certain. Nice that they are using baltic birch instead of MDF for a change. Too many awesome speakers. Not enough rooms or $cratch...

I have a pair on the way. :) Selling my current speakers to help offset the cost. I've owned Klipsch Forte IVs and Cornwall IVs previously. I'm a fan, but never liked the MDF construction and wished they would have gone back to the earlier days of birch ply. I definitely took notice with the kO-R1. Not cheap, but I believe the value proposition is there. The idea of a "mini La Scala" is right up my alley and the construction makes the decision much easier. The owner of Common Wave said they are between the La Scala AL5 and Klipschorn and he has AL5s at home. Not sure if it's accurate, but purportedly Steve Guttenberg purchased his review pair. Not everyone's cup of tea and that's fine.

Mine took a month and a half to show, so patience is key.  The packaging on the pallet will impress; shows what Klipsch thinks of the contents.  I also have AL5’s, which are more efficient and more classically Klipsch sounding due to their configuration, etc.  There is something to be said for a two-way set-up.  I’m using a Canton 12” sub on the big boys, and twin KC62’s (which aren’t all that in my view) on the Ojas.  Not asking either to be bass monsters, just helping out a little.  
 

I find the oak finish to be awesome and a perfect fit for trim and casing details in my house.  The wood work is a great reflection of how things were done in the 50’s and early 60’s.  I’m thrilled to have them, and the AL5’s, and neither will be sold while I’m still kicking.  If my survivors have any sense, they’ll keep them as well.6

One more thing.  Everything is boxed separately; you put the stands together, they screw into the speakers, and then you attach the horns.  Kinda fun really.  Hope you enjoy and let us know what you think!

@cherbib

@bygrace13

If you two gentlemen would send me a PM and tell me where you purchased your Klipsch/Ojas from I would surely appreciate it.