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Soundstage Heresy IV and Forte IV

I am interested in understanding the difference in soundstage between Heresy IV and Forte IV and the reasons for the difference.

Bass I can get, but concerning soundstage, what is causing the difference?

I hear that Forte soundstage is better than Heresy, but I also hear that the Cornwall soundstage is better than Forte. Arent Cornwall and Heresy using the same mid and tweeter components? Then why would Forte have better soundstage than Heresy?

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rolox
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@panzrwagn I believe you haven't heard the last generation of Klipsch Heritage. 

While it is true that previous models were not the last word (to stay polite) in audiophile attributes such as smooth response - realistic soundstage etc, the last generation (courtesy of Mr Delgado, chief engineer at Klipsch) is a HUGE upgrade and brings the Heritage line firmly in audiophile territory.

I've had a long listening session of a pair of Cornwall IV and they are stupidly good for the price, I would say they are THE audio bargain of the 21st century.

rolox
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To answer the OP's question, well obviously Heresy sits on the floor and is not very tall, so soundstage might be better with Forte. 

You can always put them on stands, which depending on the room might call for subwoofers. (but if you put them on stands why not go straight for the Forte?)

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