SPEAKERS with SILK DOME TWEETERS

[KENDOMUSIC]

I am getting ready to replace my Klipsch SF-3 Front speakers as I can no longer stand the harshness of the horns. They work well with movies but I do a lot of listening to SACD and DVD-A. I have ready somewhere on the net that speakers with silk dome tweeters sound more musical and does not cause listening fatigue. Any speaker recommendations? Budget around $1000-$1200.

 

[billnchristy]

They dont have silk domes, but the Rockets from Onix/AV123 are notorious for being easy going.

Right now if you send in your Klipsch, you can get $200 off the 450, which would make it $699 a steal.

I just ordered a set of 760s and RSC200 center, normal price would be 1800, with family discount and trade in they are 1300!

 

[Sheep]

I am getting ready to replace my Klipsch SF-3 Front speakers as I can no longer stand the harshness of the horns. They work well with movies but I do a lot of listening to SACD and DVD-A. I have ready somewhere on the net that speakers with silk dome tweeters sound more musical and does not cause listening fatigue. Any speaker recommendations? Budget around $1000-$1200.

The Energy Veritas line has a very nice top end. I recommend hearing them. $1200 will not get you a tower, but the bookshelf is hairly large and can output good SPLs.

SheepStar

 

[Rob Babcock]

The type of driver is secondary to how it's implemented; you can't automatically expect a certain type of sound just by looking at the driver complement of a speaker. And it's going to be difficult to make recommendations for speakers simply because 1) the sound I like may not be the sound you like, 2) I don't know anything about your associated gear or taste in music and 3) a speaker will sound completely different in my room than it will sound in yours.

I'm not trying to discourage you, just asking for a little more info!

 

[KENDOMUSIC]

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The type of driver is secondary to how it's implemented; you can't automatically expect a certain type of sound just by looking at the driver complement of a speaker. And it's going to be difficult to make recommendations for speakers simply because 1) the sound I like may not be the sound you like, 2) I don't know anything about your associated gear or taste in music and 3) a speaker will sound completely different in my room than it will sound in yours.

I'm not trying to discourage you, just asking for a little more info!

I listen to a variety of music. Some new some old. Steely Dan, Donald Fagen, Sting, Roxy, James Taylor, Dire Straits, Pat Metheny etc. India Arie, Sergio Mendes,
I have a Denon 3805 recevier and a Denon 2910 DVP player. I have a listening room 20 x 20 feet.

 

[JetSnake]

What?!?! No Klipsch fans here?!?!

 

[Audioholics]

I don't think you need to avoid aluminum dome tweeters if they are done correctly. Compared to a horn system you will likely notice a reduction in listening fatigue regardless.

 

[muncybob]

Don't mean to hijack the thread but......

I was thinking about replacing the tweeters on my old Polk SDA 2 towers with silk tweeters and was wondering if anybody has any experience changing the older Polk tweeters for a "smoother" high end?

 

[Audioholics]

You really don't want to go around replacing tweeters on speakers. At that point you also need to make modifications to the crossover to avoid having a bump and/or dip at the crossover point.
I mean if it's a pair you just want to throw away anyway and you're tweaking for fun - have at it. But if you think it's going to improve the sound, chances are you'll end up with something "different" but not better.

 

[muncybob]

Clint, I was thinking about getting the silks directly from Polk......would you still think the same on the change over?

 

[Toka]

The Polk silk replacements are great...model RD0194-1 replaces the SL-2000 while the RD0198-1 replaces the SL-3000. Drop-in replacement, no crossover adjustments needed (assuming you use the right model). Recap the crossover while you are in there, though, for a huge improvement in soundfield depth.

 

[muncybob]

and now my ignorance on speakers will shine!!!

what is "recap the crossover"?????????????????????

 

[Nuglets]

What?!?! No Klipsch fans here?!?!

I can't see anywhere in this thread that the people here don't like Klipsche. He said he didn't like the harshness in his "horn" tweeters that Klipsche makes...but never did anyone say that Klipsche are bad speakers. In fact some people in this forum probably have a different opinion on the sound of the horn, and may think that others types are too dull when compared to a horn type tweeter. Assuming doesn't get you anywhere.

 

[JetSnake]

Someone that's replacing their Klipsch speakers with a different brand would not be classified as a Klipsch fan, but that's just me.

But that's cool, the reason I asked is because a have a set of Klipsch KG5.5 and I haven't seen much for reviews or heard anyone talking about Klipsch on this forum. To me, the Klipsch sound great but that could be because I don't know much different as I haven't heard much from other brands. I'm not sure if I should finish off the set with Klipsch or work on a different brand.

Oh looky there, I just hi-jacked the thread.

 

[B5I8]

Someone that's replacing their Klipsch speakers with a different brand would not be classified as a Klipsch fan, but that's just me.

But that's cool, the reason I asked is because a have a set of Klipsch KG5.5 and I haven't seen much for reviews or heard anyone talking about Klipsch on this forum. To me, the Klipsch sound great but that could be because I don't know much different as I haven't heard much from other brands. I'm not sure if I should finish off the set with Klipsch or work on a different brand.

Oh looky there, I just hi-jacked the thread.

Not to take anything away from Klipsch, but you really should have a listen to some of the other brands mentioned on this site. I went around to some local shops to listen to what they have and the Klipsch Reference Series did not impress me at all. Of the ones that I listened to, Boston Acoustics and Klipsch were at the bottom. Of course my taste is different from yours, but I was listening to anything under $2k for the pair. There are still a few more places for me to visit.

 

[Toka]

what is "recap the crossover"?????????????????????

The electrolytic capacitors on the crossover dry out over the years (usually good for 15, 20 years tops with regular use). 'Recapping' means taking out the old and putting in new, higher quality, film capacitors. Both the highs and the lows will be extended/more defined, and the soundfield depth will increase...really fills up the whole room. Its not something to try if you aren't familiar with soldering, but maybe someone you know can help you out. If you are going to be replacing tweeters anyway it is a good time to do it...but not mandatory. Many people have done it over at the Polk forum (http://www.polkaudio.com/forums), and some have posted pics. Check out the 'vintage speakers' sub-section. It sounds like a bigger deal than it really is. If you haven't yet picked up a manual from Polk go ahead and give them a call, they'll send one right out free of charge. Some of the best customer service in the biz, hands down.