Less expensive alternatives to Klipsch Heritage Cornwall IV?


Hi,

I'm no audiophile, listening to mainly rock/symphonic metal and classical. 

Recently listened to some Frozen Crown and Dragonforce on a friend's Klipsch Heritage Cornwall IV. Of course it was amazing. But, I don't know what I don't know. I'm looking for a set of speakers that have similar (may not be as "good") characteristics as my friend's, and don't cost $7500. My room is about 20' x 15', amp is an old Pioneer Elite. Any directions as to where to search for that set of speakers are much appreciated. 

I did a Google query, and the following names came up: Klipsch Heresy IV, Klipsch Forte IV, Polk Audio R700.

 

Thank you,

atemoya

Heresy's are great speakers, if not everyone's cup of tea. If you want a cheap alternative I would suggest looking for a pair of Klipsch KG-4s. I bought a pair for one of my daughters to use in her college apt. and ended up using them myself for a second system in my office. I actually like them better then the Heresy but that's just me. I haven't paired them with a Fisher but I did play them through a restored Scott integrated and a Marantz 2235b. Sounded great.

 

I've owned both the Cornwall IV and the Forte IV. Hate to bash an American company but I found the build cheap. The wood seemed thin, the grill on the speakers will sag over time. The packaging is really one-time, which is why you see most sales are for local pickup.

They did achieve nice sound sound , which is really important, but nothing to knock your socks off. The Cornwall was a nice stop up in scale and power, the Forte maybe slightly ahead in the sometimes sought after hifi sound.

There is Volti, but I've never never them. He makes his "Klipsch" speakers out of nicer materials and the build looks much better. If you remember coming to America- their but has a sesame seed, our has no seeds. I think he learned his stuff from Klipsch before taking the bold leap on his own and even surpassing them on many levels. They are more $$$ but worth a look.

Are you sure horns are your thing? Lots of types of speakers out there. Have fun slow down learn and enjoy!