There may be no vintage speaker more iconic than the Klipschorn. And from the moment we set eyes on this matching pair from 1971, we knew we would spare no expense in their restoration. The cabinets have been lovingly restored, and as you can see, the grain of the wood still comes through beautifully in certain light. We reclothed the grills using an elegant fabric with silver, black, and gold notes. But sonically is where these really shine. We upgraded each driver and horn with brand new components from Crites. For the crossovers, we selected a Crites Type AA with audiophile-grade capacitors, then we modified them to allow these beautiful monsters to be bi-amped. These are the smoothest, most cohesive Khorns that we’ve ever heard, but you should absolutely hear them for yourself. They are nothing short of magnificent. Currently available to audition in our showroom, powered by an MC240 on a C22 - both completely restored as well. Perhaps the ultimate in vintage audio.
Part of the Aural Restorations collection.
- Production
- 1971
- Condition
- 9/10
- Serial No.
- 3J741/3J742
- Orig. MSRP
- $884
- Restoration
- Full 30-point service check
- Full Crites Loadout
- Crites CT120 Tweeter
- Crites A-55G/2 Compression Driver
- Crites C-401 horn
- Crites CW1526C Woofer
- Crites Type AA Crossover modified for biamping
- Restored wood cabinets
- Installed custom grill cloth
- Installed 1.5" Casters for ease of placement
- Factory Specs
Type 3-way front-loaded horn loudspeaker, floorstanding
Frequency Response 30Hz-22kHz
Sensitivity 98.3 dB (estimated, based on least sensitive driver)
Horn Crites C-401
Tweeter Crites CT120
Midrange / Squawker Crites A-55G/2 Compression Driver
Woofer Crites CW1526C
Crossover Crites Type AA Crossover (sonicaps), modified for bi-amping
Recommended Placement Corner, with 48" of clear wall
Dimensions 53" x 31.25"W x 28.25"D
Weight 220 lbs. ea.
- Documentation
Klipschorn Owner's Manual
- The History of Klipsch
- Klipsch Audio Technologies (also referred to as Klipsch Speakers or Klipsch Group, Inc.) is an American loudspeaker company based in Indianapolis, Indiana. Founded in Hope, Arkansas, in 1946 as ‘Klipsch and Associates’ by Paul W. Klipsch, the company produces loudspeaker drivers and enclosures, as well as complete...
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- Liner Notes
The crescendo of full orchestra, the slightest touch of bow on string, the explosion of drum, or tinkle of triangle these are reproduced through the Klipschorn loudspeaker just as you would hear them in the original performance. Throughout its range of nine octaves - more than the human ear can hear – the Klipschorn system responds with definition of tone, free from distortion. The bass is true without boom; the treble accurate without artificial "hi-fi" effects, the middle range precise without "muddiness." For the Klipschorn system is more than just a "high fidelity" speaker it is the nearest approach to a true sound reproduction system yet developed. Designed for discriminating listeners, the Klipschorn system has become the acknowledged standard of all loudspeakers - the choice of famous conductors and recording artists alike.
- Stock No.
- 7940474896605
There may be no vintage speaker more iconic than the Klipschorn. And from the moment we set eyes on this matching pair from 1971, we knew we would spare no expense in their restoration. The cabinets have been lovingly restored, and as you can see, the grain of the wood still comes through beautifully in certain light. We reclothed the grills using an elegant fabric with silver, black, and gold notes. But sonically is where these really shine. We upgraded each driver and horn with brand new components from Crites. For the crossovers, we selected a Crites Type AA with audiophile-grade capacitors, then we modified them to allow these beautiful monsters to be bi-amped. These are the smoothest, most cohesive Khorns that we’ve ever heard, but you should absolutely hear them for yourself. They are nothing short of magnificent. Currently available to audition in our showroom, powered by an MC240 on a C22 - both completely restored as well. Perhaps the ultimate in vintage audio.
Part of the Aural Restorations collection.
Production
1971
Condition
9/10
Serial No.
3J741/3J742
Orig. MSRP
$884
Restoration
- Full 30-point service check
- Full Crites Loadout
- Crites CT120 Tweeter
- Crites A-55G/2 Compression Driver
- Crites C-401 horn
- Crites CW1526C Woofer
- Crites Type AA Crossover modified for biamping
- Restored wood cabinets
- Installed custom grill cloth
- Installed 1.5" Casters for ease of placement
Factory Specs
Type 3-way front-loaded horn loudspeaker, floorstanding
Frequency Response 30Hz-22kHz
Sensitivity 98.3 dB (estimated, based on least sensitive driver)
Horn Crites C-401
Tweeter Crites CT120
Midrange / Squawker Crites A-55G/2 Compression Driver
Woofer Crites CW1526C
Crossover Crites Type AA Crossover (sonicaps), modified for bi-amping
Recommended Placement Corner, with 48" of clear wall
Dimensions 53" x 31.25"W x 28.25"D
Weight 220 lbs. ea.
Documentation
Klipschorn Owner's Manual
The History of Klipsch
Klipsch Audio Technologies (also referred to as Klipsch Speakers or Klipsch Group, Inc.) is an American loudspeaker company based in Indianapolis, Indiana. Founded in Hope, Arkansas, in 1946 as ‘Klipsch and Associates’ by Paul W. Klipsch, the company produces loudspeaker drivers and enclosures, as well as complete...
[ Read More ]
Liner Notes
The crescendo of full orchestra, the slightest touch of bow on string, the explosion of drum, or tinkle of triangle these are reproduced through the Klipschorn loudspeaker just as you would hear them in the original performance. Throughout its range of nine octaves - more than the human ear can hear – the Klipschorn system responds with definition of tone, free from distortion. The bass is true without boom; the treble accurate without artificial "hi-fi" effects, the middle range precise without "muddiness." For the Klipschorn system is more than just a "high fidelity" speaker it is the nearest approach to a true sound reproduction system yet developed. Designed for discriminating listeners, the Klipschorn system has become the acknowledged standard of all loudspeakers - the choice of famous conductors and recording artists alike.
Stock No.
7940474896605
