Vintage Audio - new hobby and passion

I've recently discovered the wonderful world of Vintage Audio. It started with my search of old Klipsch speakers which are known for their rather unusual speaker design - a horn loaded compression driver accompanying regular woofers and tweeters.

Some find the sound of the speakers with horn drivers to bee "harsh" or "bright". And they do sound different from the speakers with more conventional design. On the other hand, paired with the right material and the right amplifier - they can sound great. Not surprisingly, they do not sound very well with modern AV receivers and low/mid-level amplifiers. If you want to hear Klipsch do its best - you need to pair them up with either a good quality vintage stereo receiver/amp or a new high-end amp. It is hard to explain, but for some strange reason modern sound processors and amps sound very flat and un-engaging. At the same time old Marantz, Pioneer SX, Kenwood KR, McIntosh, Sansui, Fisher gear can sound very rich and full and full.

I'm always on the look out for the older (60s-80s) speakers made by Klipsch, as long as they are in good working condition. If the cabinets are somewhat beat-up, that's not a problem as I enjoy refinishing and fixing old gear. I find the whole retro-look and design very appealing and a lot more pleasing than the modern trends. The look of unfinished wood speaker cabinets (or even cherry veneered ones) brings a smile to the face and desire to turn off the TV and simply sit and enjoy some music. Because of this effect I've been listing to music that I haven't listened in years and have "rediscovered" several of the forgotten performers.

If you have any of the following for sale - please let me know as I'm always interested in buying and adding to my collection:

Klipsch Belle

Klipsch Cornwall

Klipsch LaScalla

Klipsch Khorn (klipsch horn, corner horn)

Klipsch Forte

Klipsch Heresy I, II

Klipsch Legend (KLF)