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Klipsch Heresy IV vs Omega CAM

Hi all,

I have a Luxman SQ-N150 amp and I’m debating between the Klipsch Heresy IV and the Omega CAM. Obviously different prices, sizes and design philosophies but I’m wondering which would suit my needs better. I listen to all genres from hip hop to jazz to classical to indie and classic rock. Also, I live in an apartment so I tend to listen at low volumes. Do both speakers satisfy at low listening volumes? Will the Klipsch be a bother to neighbors? I know they still have quite a bit of low end roll off. Further info: Listening distance is around 7-8’ feet and they’ll have to be against a wall with about 7-8’ between the speakers. Any other thoughts on soundstage/clarity/vibe between the two?

Any help is appreciated.
philoh
ihor
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I disagree with mijostyn.  Louis of Omega is also passionate about sound.  If he was in it just for profit, he would be pricing his speakers more similar to the single driver Voxactiv, Charley, and Cube speaker brands.  I have not heard the CAMs, but did pick the SAMs over Harbeth M30.1s after a lengthy home audition of the Harbeth several years ago, and have never regretted my choice.  Not sure whether mijostyn has ever actually listened to any of the alnico Omega speakers, and I find it very off-putting that he calls them cheap and he states that Louis is only concerned about profit (so Klipsch doesn’t care about profit?).  Philoh, please give Louis of Omega a call (as others have suggested) and chat with him about what you are looking for.  You will find out that he is also passionate about sound, and will be very helpful whether you go with his product or not.
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jmolsberg
467 posts
 
^ thanks for speaking up ihor 😃
t_ramey
632 posts
 
I’ve heard Heresy 3’s in a small space and up close. When I walked in I thought in no way would they sound good but they were awesome. Completely disappeared and engaging. The fact they are tilted up probably helped and they had some impressive electronics feeding them. So think the Klipsch are doable. Haven’t heard the Omegas you mentioned
philoh OP
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Thanks for all your thoughts and insight. I’m gonna throw another high sensitivity option in that I’m considering: the Zu Omen II. How do they compare for low level listening/apartment situations? General thoughts on them vs the Omegas? I’ve read mixed things regarding whether or not the Zus are forgiving in terms of placement etc. Any further insight on them is appreciated.

Additional info I didn't mention regarding the room: Despite the listening position being 7-8' from the speakers, the room itself is actually a bit larger at around 11'x18' with very high ceilings (I'd guess >15') and with openings to adjacent rooms.
zimmer266
21 posts
 
Louis does make a front ported Super 3i monitor, known as the Super 3i+. It’s been shown and offered on his Facebook page, a few months back. Slightly larger volume of speaker box versus the regular Super 3i, with a front port.

I’ve been mulling this one over, as I really enjoy my Super 8 HO monitors, listening from 7 feet, low to moderate volume, driven by a First Watt J2.
I do like Klipsch, and I’ve heard all the newer "IV" versions of the Heresy, Forte, and Cornwall. I have not heard Zu as yet, but they are on my list.
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