By mikebse2a3, October 21, 2006 in 2-Channel Home Audio. I almost bought the review pair of Klipsch LaScala, but they are pretty difficult to store when reviewing other speakers. Then, a Pro-Ject X2 or The Classic Evo in walnut finish would have created a more unified stylistic appearance. So summarising, the Klipsch La Scala XL5 is one of the best speakers I have heard in recreating a live, musical event and they capture the dynamics and power of recorded music. P.S. The reason I ask is because he never seems to mention them anymore. AD had a listen to the QUAD QII-integrated amp and JA1 put it through his regimen of electrical tests. Michael is a man who knows what he wants, we met at the Axpona show in Chicago! i was still in denial so i thought if i purchased a subwoofer it would fix the problem. I bought a pair a few months ago and I love them them; especially with subs. Luxman stuff is nice to own, I have to admit. Both pairs can fire forward, … Some may be interested in the history of the low frequency … The current Klipsch LaScala is truly a great loudspeaker: few others do dynamics so well -- I am talking real dynamics, or what audiophiles call "macrodynamics" -- and at the price they are a steal. As an owner of La Scala II speakers, I can comment about the pluses and minunses. Enjoy. I hope more designers pick up on this new advance in rear-loaded horns. i ended up going way over my budget and buying a klipsch rsw-15. But when I walked into see my pal Kurt Doslu at Echo Audio, and those unfinished mid-70s Klipsch LaScalas were staring me down, I knew I had to have them in a Wayne’s World kind of way. So, that is what matters most :-) ....... Hi-Fi news has reviewed the Klipsch La Scala AL5 speakers :-) ........ Having never before seen a pair of Klipsch La Scalas ($CAD15,000/pair) in person, I was pleasantly surprised by their appearance when I saw them in the Kennedy HiFi room. I have never heard one, but see my Belle Klipsch section. Klipsch La Scala Speakers, Simaudio Moon Preamp and Amp, Pro … At least you know what an updated compression-driver speaker sounds like. La Scala II Stereophile Review. The Klipsch Heritage Series is proudly Designed & Assembled in the little town of Hope, Arkansas right where Paul W. Klipsch started it all. The Heritage Series La Scala three-way loudspeaker provides a very Klipschorn®-like performance with sparkling highs; extreme output yet smooth midrange; and the unsurpassed low distortion bass response of the patented Klipsch folded-horn woofer. This, and its size, makes for superlative sensitivity with Klipsch claiming 105dB/1W/1m. Sidebar 3: Measurements I used DRA Labs' MLSSA system and a calibrated DPA 4006 microphone to measure the Forte III's frequency response in the farfield and an Earthworks QTC-40 mike for the nearfield responses. The 25mm thick … I miss them greatly and may yet buy another pair when, in a year or two, we move into smaller digs. And I agree; they are a steal at the price. Finally, the dual binding … But rather a thin glued on veneer over something pressed. I am sure they sound very fine. If they had been cherry finish instead of walnut, I would have kept them for sure. Sorry to hear it didn't work out to keep the la scalas. Besides, your comment about your weight in 1963 was probably the funniest I've ever read in a review. They also remain bargains, though a used pair of I is even more so if you can find a pair locally. Who needs that much power with 100dB sensitivity speakers? It has always been my dream to stack 2 pairs of La Scala. Going back in time, a 1986 review of the Klipschorn from the late Richard C. Heyser. The La Scala AL5 has three drive units, all horn-loaded. Just like with Alfa Romeos, I’ve had dreadful luck resisting vintage Klipsch speakers. That's why classic Klipsch loudspeakers are so special – the company's Heritag… Originally designed for professional use and initially released in 1963, the La Scala took its name from the Teatro alla Scala in Italy Often referred to as the “mini Klipschorn”, the La Scala AL5 features a three-way, fully horn-loaded driver configuration. Great ! Note the price. ... would have been a Luxman LX-380 integrated amp. Thank you so much for your review of the La Scala II. The QUAD QII-Integrated would be another possibility. The wiring between the speaker connections, crossover, and the drivers is also a higher performance wire than in the previous model. Not only did you have the courage to review a "retro" loudspeaker, you were thoroughly honest about how it sounded. the klipsch la scala's had the weakest bass i have heard heard from a speaker this size by a mile !. Tarheel 17401 Tarheel 17401 Klipsch Ultra Fanatic; Heritage Members; 17401 7741 posts; Posted October … The DarTzeel guy develops his products specifically for Klipsch.. Of course, Canadians may not have enough .001% Wealthy people. The Klipsch La Scala AL5 promises to be easier to accommodate, while still keeping the speaker's trademark efficiency and boasting increased power. The soundstage is superb, it is not difficult to close your eyes and imagine the band out in front of you. According to Delgado, his ongoing work with Klipsch's five core Heritage models—the Heresy, the Forte, the Cornwall, the La Scala, and the Klipschorn—is guided by an overarching principle: "I want to do what Paul wanted, not what Roy wants." this sub is huge and very powerful in fact the most powerful home subwoofer that i have ever heard. They are big and meaty, aren't they. Then, I guess he put them in a closet; a really big closet, never to be heard from again. It's nice seeing Klipsch back in the pantheon. The La Scala (the top image), introduced in the early sixties we're originallly created to reinforce sound for a local gubernatorial campaign it turns out, and are now $8,000 pair. My wife, Marina, would not let me deposit them in the dining room : (. ( to be honest ). Sound is not what I want to comment on. He gave them such a glowing write-up and then stated he bought a pair. The 1in thick wood veneer cabinet has a decoupled … At least you know what an updated compression-driver speaker sounds like. Utilizing the same horn-loaded drivers used in the Klipschorn® and Belle Klipsch the La Scala is highly efficient and … If you like live rock/pop/classical musical concerts, get them. According to Klipsch, they were able to use steeper slopes than on the Cornwall III. AD could review the La Scala AL5 ..... Should work well with his favorite SET tube amps :-) ..... Log in or register to post comments; … https://www.upscaleaudio.com/products/klipsch-la-scala-iiA rock-solid performer with killer looks, you will love the La Scala II. The La Scala brings the most subtle musical details to life, always delivering the legendary Klipsch sound with clarity and ease. Vocals will have all of the presence they would have if you were sitting in front of the performer. "A" and "B"d La Scalas's and Klipschorns speakers with records I brought and picked La Scalas's 3 times out of five. Re: Did Sam Really Buy His Review Pair Of Klipsch La Scala II's. I'd like to mention the fit and finish. Each speaker is built to order, meaning that every Klipschorn, La Scala, Cornwall, Forte, and Heresy is uniquely yours and not merely another piece of disposable technology. It's a three-way, fully horn-loaded design, with a new K-771 1in tweeter, a 2in midrange driver and the same 15in bass driver as on the flagship Klipschorn. Reply to this topic ; Start new topic; Prev; 1; 2; Next; Page 2 of 2 . Klipsch used the voicing from the Klipschorn and La Scala and changed the crossover slopes to match with the new K-702 and Tractrix horn. http://www.quad-hifi.co.uk/qii-integrated/. Oh yes, they were mine. I believe they have far greater potential than direct radiators, as I discussed in my thread "distortion in loudspeakers". They are one of the least coloured horn speakers I have heard. Just an overview of this Monster speaker from Klipsch. ! Delivering top-of-the-line sound in a more compact design, the La Scala AL5 is the only other fully horn-loaded speaker in the Heritage series besides the legendary Klipschorn. Let it be known !!! Made in UK by loyal employees, Distribution out of Chicago by MoFi, needing a nice look-see by any of Stereophile's Gifted Reviewing Staff. 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Followers 0. Did Sam Really Buy His Review Pair Of Klipsch La Scala II's? It includes a 25mm tweeter, a 50mm mid-range driver and the same 381mm woofers as the flagship Klipschorn. It almost has a … £12,000 High-end speakers are truly diverse. Whether it's pure electrostatics like Quad's 2912, hybrids like MartinLogan's ESL15a, or big moving coil boxes like the KEF Reference 5 and eccentric full-range pods like Eclipse's TD712z Mk2 – they all cater for their design team's vision of perfection, rather than the statistical median. La Scala II The current version is dubbed the II (review from Stereophile, a good read). Thanks for a fun review! And finally the Heritage Klipshorns were in … La Scala II Stereophile Review Sign in to follow this . Attached is a review of the Klipsch Cornwall from 1999. The must-have speaker for any audiophile! The Heritage version of the Cornwalls (above) are $4,400 a pair, and according to Geist are the best value in the line (super-efficient and 15" woofers!!). It's not that I need the validation of knowing he really does own and enjoy them. https://www.stereophile.com/content/quad-ii-classic-integrated-amplifier. Klipsch does not use a solid wood--I doubt anyone does that, anymore. Besides, your comment about your weight in 1963 was probably the funniest I've ever read in a review. http://www.luxman.com/product/detail.php?id=16. And if you think big horn-loaded speakers don't image, well, you haven't heard the LaScala's. Recommended Posts. Not only did you have the courage to review a "retro" loudspeaker, you were thoroughly honest about how it sounded. Try a low power tube amp, instead. This is the second largest speaker they make in their Heritage series. i mean this sub rocked and it … THE MOST VERSATILE KLIPSCH CREATION Originally designed for professional use, the Klipsch La Scala has proven itself as an outstanding choice for the audiophile as well. Stacked La Scala? Anyone interested will have their own opinions. Looking stately, dare I say. Great !! I imported Tim DeParavicini's entire Range of EAR Valve Amplification ( back in the 1980s ) which turned out to be duds, ( ouch, sorry ) Dave Wasserman at Stereo Exchange had no trouble selling em. I impulse bought a pair of new Heresy's last year to use in a small loft and love them (observations in the press about occasional HF intensity are correct, by the way,) and my son uses a pair of La Scala speakers with a PS Audio Sprout to FABULOUS EFFECT. They sound as good as ever 43 years later and are worth a ton more now than when I bought them. Owned the Cornwall, Heresy and La Scala's over the years (plus CornSacala) and remember dynamic punchy sound with few watts. Why aren't they posted ? I'm just curious. I can't seem to find any of your loudspeaker reviews on the Stereophile website. They seem to have an attractive yet conservative range of Valve Amps that promise remarkable performance. Submitted by Bogolu Haranath on August 10, 2019 - 10:37am . KH 's Lab Report suggests a slightly lower value but the La Scala AL5 could still pump up the volume if driven by many of the headphone preamps featured in HFN! I sure did. AD found its sound quality to be particularly "satisfying" when driving his QUAD electrostatic speakers, while JA1 characterized it as "well-engineered" and noted that it "doesn't suffer from the measured ills that plague other tube amplifiers." A better choice to drive the Klipsch La Scala speakers ... Quad Q11 indeed, nice catch Mr.Ortofan !! 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