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    Klipsch La Scala Opinions....ASAP?

    I am going to check out a set of Klipsch La Scala's tonight and would like to know what to expect soundwise. The guy that has them is NOT an audio guy and I would probably just get to hear them thru a cheap surround amp. Anyways, of course i am a JBL guy , but speakers of this caliber are not available in my area too often. If they are in good shape, what would be a good price to offer. He thinks that he paid $1500 or so for them 20 years ago.

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    I think they are Klipsch

    Isn't that Klipsch La Scala? I dont think Altec made La Scalas.

    Anyone else?


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    LOL......I changed it. Been a long day

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    changed what?

    So, what kind of speakers are they?

    Thanks.


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    La Scalas

    It is a 15'' 3way with a Midrange Horn and the tweeter horn depending upon age was probebly made by EV.
    Almost forgot the 15'' is in a folded design.
    They have the ability to pin your ears back 104 db @ 1 watt per metre.
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    They are a very brash speaker that beam badly and have no bass. I would have to say they are one of the worst loudspeakers I have ever heard.

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    On the used market Klipsch La Scalas tend to go for $400-$1200 depending on location, finish, and condition.

    They are a very compact (24" X 24" X 36") fully horn loaded system that is extremely sensitive... one watt will send you from the room if you are anywhere near normal... they have a strong following and have their own unique sound... you may decide you no longer like JBLs and become a Klipsch fan or you may hate them... they are a bit too opinionated for my taste and have little bass below about 50-60Hz... equalized and with proper subs three of them plus a pair of Klipsch Heresys could make a pretty stunning HT however.


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