Thanks jkent for the heads up on the abc i jumped on that straight away, even before i got the speakers as i now know how rare they are. Shop klh 2way indooroutdoor speakers pair white at best buy. The cabs are weighty, and the woofer looks interesting, just curious. These speakers offer powerful, rich sound on their own and can easily be integrated in as your main speakers for a surround sound system. I sometimes get confused by all of klh s model numbers for similar speakers, but the 22s ive seen are smaller than the 17s and 20s, and are very similar to the 24s, which are smaller still than dynaco a25s. Make offer klh model 6000 center and satellite speaker system. Vintage pair of klh 900b 3 way speakers 140 watts 8 ohms 16. Klh speaker foam edge repair kits, reedge kits, newfoam parts for speakers. Generally speaking, higherend models do sound better, but sometimes they. Klh tower and floorstanding series 5001 speaker sign in to comment. They include classic sound systems, such as eighttrack, laser disc, and record players. It is possible to convert some klh speakers to work with bluetooth. Custom made walnut or mahogany speaker stands for klh model 17 speakers.
These examples are the later version, with two ge tweeters. Jan 20, 20 i am a new member here and not much of an audiophile, but i do appreciate a good stereo system. Buty an early 80s, or late 70s technics receiver and a pair of model 8840 klh speakers. The mid 90s was not a great time for klh but these units may be the exception. And youll never have to worry about having our ears cleaned by an ent specialist. The best wireless and bluetooth speakers for 2020 pcmag. Mystery klh floorstanding speakers klh the classic. Currently i have a plastic panasonic speaker on it that came with a. Aug 01, 2003 well, the most amazing thing happened tonight. We delete comments that violate our policy, which we.
Kelley, longtime klipsch and voxx executive and renamed klh audio. They work and sounds great, all drivers and crossovers are in working order from what i can tell. The ue wonderboom 2 is the allaround best portable bluetooth speaker because it sounds good and looks cool, and its the most rugged. As i walked in, someone was already walking out with a very nicelooking dual model turntable and i heard from. Oct 19, 2006 on my way to work this morning, i found a pair of klh model 20s near the dumpster of a apt. Appear to be in good shape other than one of the small speakers on top needs some new washers so it can be screwed back into place. Another klh model 6 thread klh the classic speaker pages. Vintage klh 38 speakers, extremely rare, f tubes, mint. Klh various model rankings klh the classic speaker pages. Klh has created various speaker systems that collectors can use to obtain a quality sound. They have a woofer and tweeter and the cabinets are made of a blond plywood, that appears to be 1 thick. Jan 01, 2008 question to my fellow classic speaker enthusiasts ar or klh.
I obtained it from an original owner several years ago. Given my preference for vintage ar speakers over every other speaker ive tried large advents, legacy iis, ads, to name a few, can i expect a significant improvement in the performance of my klh 5s by recapping them, especially in the upper frequencies. Get the best deals on klh vintage literature when you shop the largest online selection. Can you convert klh vintage speakers for bluetooth use. The amp eventually went bad, but the speakers are still in servicei gave them to my motherinlaw when i set her up a modest compact system the klh speakers, a nakamichi amptuner, and i forget what cd player. Find the best bookshelf speakers to fit your space.
But just as in the original klh, its all about the sound, and the kendall transports you convincingly to concert hall or cinema at a fraction of the cost of most highend speakers. Can i connect my speaker wires from this unit to my yamaha receiver in order to utilize the speakers that are connected to the receiver. Stream your music to wireless speakers and enjoy hours of. These have decidedly rolled off highs compared to modern designs. Vintage klh model thirty eight speakers selling a beautiful pair of klh model thirty eight, circa 197275. It has dual forwardfiring drivers and passive radiators in an 8inchlong pill shape. They use the same midrange and tweeter as the fabled klh 8840 one of the loudest speakers ever made. Sumvision pysc wireless bluetooth led tower speaker torre xl bluetooth tower speakers stand for pc phone. Jun 23, 2014 just wondering if anyone here has hashad these model 38s. Shop amazons large selection of portable bluetooth speakers from leading brands. Klh 22 klh the classic speaker pages discussion forums. Get highquality sound in a small package with bookshelf speakers from best buy. Klh ht 9930 speaker system for home theater specs cnet. Jbl flip 5 waterproof portable bluetooth speaker black new model.
A surprisingly solid if a little misaligned klh model eleven w the w stands for wooden. I was able to purchase a macbook air, iphone 5se, and ipad air. Klh tower and floorstanding series 1230sb speakers sign in to comment. They were primarily played in a 18 by 12 bedroom located in the basement of the house. These items were either open box or refurbished with. Then the ar 4x is highly regarded as one of the better bookshelf speakers made.
Klh tower and floorstanding series 1230sb speakers specs. Ok, you guys were amazing on my klh purchase, so i thought id ask you about something a little bit more special. Because of their twosided radiation, however, they should not be located closer than about 4 from any parallel wall surface, as this will inhibit lowend radiation and may. Since then and recently, ive tried the klh with my fisher x202b tube amp and with a sansui 9090dbquad 66 cd player. Klh speaker repair foam edge repair kit for speakers. The original speaker seems to have a crack or other flaw that causes fuzziness and distortion. Klh 990a speakers overview and full product specs on cnet.
Each pair of speakers in a klh model are designed to create a unique sound quality. The letter in those columns indicate similar drivers in different model speakers. The cabinet is missing, but i have the speakers and contour controls. Klh tower and floorstanding series 1230sb speakers specs cnet. Klh av1001b bookshelf speakers, pair discontinued by. If youd like to fine out more about world wide stereo use one of the links below. That said, they are affordable, sound descent and fill the needs for most people. First, you need to turn on your bluetooth receiver and plug it into a klh speaker. Klh kendall floorstanding speakers pair world wide stereo.
Sesame street party blaster boombox speaker bluetooth vintage lunchbox. The new klh is so confident, the company offers an unheardof 10 year warranty. Being raised by liberal parents, i listened to my music very loud and once tested the spl of the speakers at 123db without distortion. Im not sure what to do with this or if it is of any value, so my question is whether anyone can give me any information on them. They have serial numbers in the 34xxx range, and have sealed, plywoodbacked cabinets. The original was portable in a hard suitcase form from around 1965. We delete comments that violate our policy, which we encourage you to. A few months ago, i found these sad klh 20 speakers in the corner of an almost cleanedout estate sale. Klh av 4001 these are large floor standing speakers 29 x 15 x 12. Andrew assured me they had complete accuracy within their specifications, as he had prior listening experience with the klh kendalls at world wide stereo.
Vintage 1969 klh model 17 speakers all original ebay. Enhance your surround sound system or your stereo listening room with this pair of klh albany 2way bookshelf speakers. Prefer advents large over small, infinity have the 2500s from the early 80s, greater clarity top to bottom, paradigm titans physically smaller than the klh speakers, really good, ads designs from the 70s and 80s. Originally founded as klh research and development corporation in 1957, klh is a us audio company most well known for its loudspeakers.
Can you connect klh vintage speakers to contemporary equipment. Pair of vintage gray bose model 141 bookshelf speakers superb sound excellent. Mind you, i had to replace the woofers a few years before. We delete comments that violate our policy, which we encourage you. The klh model 8 is a tube fm monaural receiver that came with a speaker nicely balanced for the radio. Klh sequele series se6000 home theater system sign in to comment. Choose from various portable models for enjoying music wherever you go. Theres an alternate set of klh model twenty speakers the klh model twenty tulip base speakers that look really cool. Klh tower and floorstanding series 5001 speaker specs. Dec 26, 20 these have decidedly rolled off highs compared to modern designs.
The hifi brothers take a look at the klh ames bookshelf speakers, which we nicknamed the little white unicorns as they are mystical for a hifi setup. Shop for portable and wireless speakers at best buy. Klh speaker types include subwoofers, woofers, midrange speakers, and tweeters. Ads stand bookshelf monitor speakers model speakers are in good condition, with a few surface scratches in the veneer. Klh sequele series se6000 home theater system specs cnet. I bought a pair about 15 years ago that i used as external speakers before the. Model 38 is awfully rare, especially in such a gorgeous condition. Aug 01, 2003 klh model 6 update well, its time for me to modify my comments regarding these speakers. I think i may have initially stumbled on a magical combination running these with my old arcam alpha 9. World wide stereo is proud to be an inaugural dealer for the new klh speaker line. Drivers with the same letter in the column are equivalent. Following a number of restructures over the years, the company is currently based in california and trading as klh audio systems.
This particular model of kenwood has specific sentimental value, and i happened across one on fb, for 250. If you like speakers that are designed by henry kloss, the k in klh, you could look for a pair of cambridge soundworks model six speakers. Shop for klh 2way 100watt bookshelf speakers 911b at best buy. All of someones worldly possessions were being distributed to the neighborhood curious, one by one. Are there klh models that have these types of ratings as it. Your neighber 2 or 3 houses down will tell you about feeling her bed springs vibrating as she lays in bed. Well yep there sure are klh 1s and i just picked them up today, heavy beasts.
I bought these speakers when i was 16 years old back in 1993. The klh av1001b is a twoway bookshelf loudspeaker housed in a ported black cabinet small enough to fit on a bookshelf. I picked up a pair but havent physically picked them up. Nov 25, 2011 today 12 sep 2009 i picked up a pair of klh model six speakers.
On my way to work this morning, i found a pair of klh model 20s near the dumpster of a apt. Mar 05, 2006 klh suggests a choice of two basic setup arrangements. The tivoli model one is a wonderful addition to the kitchen. Dec 29, 2012 the early klh model series, including the 5,6,7,9,17,2223 and many more, were designed by henry kloss, a legend in hifidelity design, who also led the design of some of the bestregarded stereo speakers in the 50s, 60s, and 70s at companies like acoustic research, advent, and cambridge sound works. Looking for the best wireless and bluetooth speaker. Find low everyday prices and buy online for delivery or instore pickup.
Klh mr800i stereo docking system for iphone ipod with integrated passive subwoofer. I always thought klh was near the bottom of the speaker food chain. Shop newegg for fast and free shipping on klh home audio speakers with the best prices and awardwinning customer service. I had zeroed in on the klh audio kendall model, tower speaker, as it has some pretty remarkable specifications, that seemed rather optimistic due to its size. Klh is an audio company founded in 1957 as klh research and development corporation in cambridge, massachusetts, by henry kloss, malcolm s. The cabinets are 23 12 tall, 12 34 wide, and 11 34 deep. A friend recently gave me the components of a klh model 12 speaker. I bought a pair about 15 years ago that i used as external speakers before the whole home theater craze took off. Make offer klh model 403a speakers 3 way indoor outdoor surround sound great. He brought them back and told me that they didnt have as much bass as his little book shelf speakers and so he wasnt interested. A woofer takes up most of the bass range, while the midrange takes up the middle frequencies. I have recently bought klh 3 speakers with analogue bass computer, i would like to know regarding the power supply specifications as it mentions 14 v 50 60 hz near the plug in socket of the analogue bass computer module i would like to know wether it is ac or d c supply and what is the amperage.
Speaker parts, cones, speaker foam edges, woofer repair. There are lots of models to choose from these days, from inexpensive desk buddies to highspec portable smart speakers and the latest entry. Ive read model 6 is unrivalled and is a classic, whereas model 17 is considered to be of best value, and a minor step down from model 6. Phoenix finds treasures klh model seventeen vintage acoustic suspension speaker system 17 made in usa. The marshall woburn ii bluetooth speaker delivers rich, powerful audio befitting. Klh ht 9930 speaker system for home theater sign in to comment. The woofer, mid, and tweeter columns each have a blank column following. These are harder to find but youll occasionally see them listed on ebay. Whether youre looking for a rugged, takeanywhere speaker for the beach or a.
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