Klipsch Heritage Series: The Legend That Defines High-End Sound

Why are these speakers still the kings of Hi-Fi sound?
Discover the philosophy, technology and sound of the legendary Klipsch Heritage series - a guide from the compact Heresy IV to the ultimate Klipschorn AK7 and Jubilee

Best in Class since 1946

Klipsch Heritage speakers represent a premium audio experience that combines legendary heritage with modern audio technology. The series is based on the iconic Klipschorn model, which has been in production since 1946 and is considered one of the most revered hi-fi speakers of all time . All Klipsch Heritage speakers are handmade in the USA , ensuring exceptional build quality and authentic American hi-fi character.

Best in Class since 1946

Klipsch Heritage speakers represent a premium audio experience that combines legendary heritage with modern audio technology. The series is based on the iconic Klipschorn model, which has been in production since 1946 and is considered one of the most revered hi-fi speakers of all time . All Klipsch Heritage speakers are handmade in the USA , ensuring exceptional quality.

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KLIPSCH HERESY IV

The Klipsch Heresy IV stays true to its legendary Heritage heritage, but delivers the biggest technical upgrade in the model's history. The result? Even more dynamics, a wider soundstage, and finally – powerful bass.

➡️ Main innovations of the Heresy IV model:

  • Bass-Reflex Design: First with a rear Tractrix® port that extends the bass by nearly 10 Hz .
  • New K-702 midrange: Polyimide diaphragm for incredibly detailed and natural vocals.
  • Wider "Sweet Spot": The new tweeter and crossover design ensures even sound throughout the room.
  • Audiophile crossover: Completely redesigned internal electronics for more linear and clean reproduction.

➡️ Why is this speaker so special?

  • Exceptional efficiency (99 dB): Loud and energetic sound with minimal amplifier power (great for tubeheads).
  • 12-inch woofer: Provides a physical feel to music that smaller speakers can't recreate.
  • Handmade (USA): Timeless retro design made from real veneer, made for generations.

In short: Classic looks, modern bass and unsurpassed best-in-class Hi-Fi dynamics.

KLIPSH FORTE IV

The Klipsch Forte IV is the perfect balance between a compact floorstanding speaker design and massive, room-filling sound. As part of the Heritage Series, it combines American craftsmanship with the latest acoustic solutions for those who demand the most from their Hi-Fi system.

➡️ Main highlights and news:

  • Exceptional Bass (12" + 15"): An active 12-inch woofer is complemented by a massive 15-inch rear passive radiator , delivering deep, tight and authoritative bass.
  • "Mumps" Technology: The new K-702 midrange on a Tractrix® horn uses patented technology for wider and more even sound dispersion throughout the room.
  • Crystal clear treble: The new tweeter with titanium diaphragm and improved phase plug provides a wider sweet spot and incredible detail accuracy.
  • Completely redesigned crossover: The new circuit (steep-slope design) drastically reduces distortion and enables more natural, coherent music reproduction.
  • Superior craftsmanship: Book-matched wood veneer ensures mirror-like symmetry of the pattern, and the speakers are shipped in factory-matched pairs.

➡️ Technical performance in the palm of your hand:

  • Design: 3-way speaker with passive radiator.
  • Connections: Aluminum plate with bi-amping or bi-wiring options.
  • Character: Extremely dynamic, lively and powerful enough for all genres – from gentle jazz to raw rock.

In short: Forte IV is a speaker for life. It offers depth you can feel and details you can rediscover.

KLIPSCH CORNWALL IV

The Klipsch Cornwall IV is a speaker for those who want the massive soundstage, boundless dynamics and natural presence that only a 15-inch subwoofer can offer. In its fourth generation, this legend has received a technological rebirth that puts it on par with the most expensive audiophile systems in the world.

➡️ What does Cornwall IV bring? (Key new features)

  • 15" Bass-Master: The massive subwoofer delivers physical, deep and incredibly natural bass that you won't just hear, you'll feel.
  • Mumps Technology: The new K-702 midrange on a Tractrix® horn uses a patented "Mumps" geometry that ensures even sound dispersion throughout the entire space.
  • Extreme best-in-class efficiency (102 dB): One of the most efficient speakers on the market, the Cornwall IV will "sing" at full power with just a few watts (perfect for tube/lamp amplifiers ).
  • High linearity: A completely redesigned crossover made from premium components ensures crystal-clear transitions and extremely realistic vocals.

➡️ Why choose Cornwall IV?

  • Concert experience at home: Thanks to wide dispersion and a huge diaphragm, it creates a three-dimensional sound image that fills even the largest rooms (20–50+ m²).
  • Timeless craftsmanship: Handcrafted in the USA. Each pair uses "book-matched" veneer , meaning the speakers are aesthetically perfect mirror images of each other.
  • Audiophile Flexibility: Premium aluminum terminals allow bi-amping or bi-wiring for those who want to squeeze every last atom of quality out of their system.

➡️ Who is Cornwall IV for?

  1. Dynamics lovers: Ideal for jazz, rock and orchestral classical, where realistic instrument size is key.
  2. Tube amplifier owners: High sensitivity of 102 dB allows the use of even the weakest SET amplifiers.
  3. Aesthetes: For anyone who appreciates high-end vintage furniture and American craftsmanship.

Cornwall IV – When music becomes a physical experience.

KLIPSCH LA SCALA AL6

The Klipsch La Scala AL6 is more than just a speaker, it's an acoustic monument. As the only model to offer a complete "horn-loaded" experience in a single cabinet, the AL6 delivers stunning clarity, power, and detail typically only heard at live concerts. The AL6 version features the most advanced drivers and technology, placing this legend at the very top of the modern Hi-Fi world.

➡️ Revolutionary technological innovations:

  • 🎺 Full Horn-Loaded Design: Unlike smaller models, La Scala features horns in all three systems (high, mid and low frequencies), ensuring extreme efficiency and minimal distortion.
  • New K-1133-HP midrange: A polyimide diaphragm compression driver on a K-406M Tractrix® horn delivers incredibly realistic vocals and dynamic range.
  • K-771 Tweeter: Titanium compression driver with new wide-angle phase plug provides even treble dispersion and a wider sweet spot.
  • K-281 subwoofer with "Vented Horn" system: 12-inch woofer in a specially designed horn delivers fast, defined and deep bass (up to ~40 Hz) that fills the room with authority.

➡️ Why is La Scala AL6 in a class of its own?

  • Extreme Efficiency (105 dB): This is one of the most responsive speakers in the world. It requires only a fraction of the amplifier power to reach concert volumes, making it ideal for high-end tube amplifiers .
  • Unparalleled craftsmanship: The 1-inch-thick cabinet is handcrafted in the USA. It uses book-matched veneer , ensuring that the speakers in the pair are aesthetically perfectly matched.
  • Flexibility: The premium aluminum plate allows for bi-amping or bi-wiring , and the AL6 is also ready for integration with active DSP crossovers.

➡️ Who is La Scala AL6 intended for?

  1. For demanding audiophiles: Those looking for pure dynamics and absolute transparency without distortion.
  2. For lovers of detail: For those who want to hear every breath of the singer and the texture of every instrument in the recording.
  3. For lovers of aesthetics: La Scala is a prestigious piece of furniture that dominates any environment with its timeless design.

La Scala AL6 – When technology meets the soul of music.

KLIPSCH KLIPSCHORN AK7

The Klipschorn AK7 is more than just a speaker, it's a living legend that defined high-performance Hi-Fi sound. As the latest iteration of Paul W. Klipsch's first model, the AK7 delivers the most significant technological update in its history. With a new, larger midrange and support for an active crossover, it sets new benchmarks in precision, dynamics and power.

➡️ Revolutionary innovations of the AK7 model:

  • New 3" midrange driver (K-1133-HP): The move to a larger, 3" compression driver delivers unimaginable sonic energy, richer vocal texture, and even greater dynamic presence.
  • Heritage Active Crossover Ready: The AK7 is DSP-ready, allowing for perfect phase and time alignment, resulting in a reference soundstage orchestrated by the legendary Roy Delgado.
  • Full Horn-Loaded Design: Each frequency band (high, mid and low) uses its own dedicated horn, providing 105 dB of efficiency and virtually distortion-free sound.
  • Authoritative 15" Bass Horn: The legendary stacked bass horn construction delivers the deep, fast, and natural bass that only Klipschorn can deliver.

➡️ Why is the Klipschorn AK7 in a class of its own?

  • Concert power at home: The ability to create massive sound pressure with minimal amplifier power means you'll hear every detail, from the softest whisper to the thunder of an orchestra.
  • Mumps & Tractrix® Technology: The patented geometry of the K-406M horn ensures even coverage, meaning the entire room is your "sweet spot".
  • Versatile connectivity: The redesigned I/O panel allows for classic passive use or advanced active mode, giving you complete freedom to upgrade your system.
  • Handmade in the USA: Each pair is unique, hand-veneered using the "book-matched" method in Hope, Arkansas, ensuring a perfect visual mirroring of both speakers.

➡️ For whom is AK7 the ideal choice?

  1. Lovers of absolute authenticity: For those who want to hear music exactly as it was recorded, with all its energy and emotion.
  2. Users of high-end systems: The option of active DSP control appeals to the most demanding audiophiles who want complete control over the acoustics of the room.
  3. Collectors of timeless icons: The Klipschorn AK7 is an investment that is passed down from generation to generation, both for its durability and its value.

Klipschorn AK7 – No compromises. No competition.

KLIPSCH JUBILEE

Klipsch Jubilee – The pinnacle of audiophile evolution

The Klipsch Jubilee is not just a speaker, it's an acoustic marvel. It's the latest project conceived by founder Paul W. Klipsch with one goal in mind: to create a speaker that would surpass even the legendary Klipschorn. The result is a reference 2-way, fully horn-loaded system that represents the absolute pinnacle of the Heritage series.

➡️ Uncompromising technological innovations

  • 7" Titanium Axiperiodic Driver: The heart of the system is a massive compression driver that covers the entire midrange and treble frequency range. With no crossover in the critical vocal range, the sound is incredibly coherent and natural.
  • External active DSP crossover: Jubilee works exclusively with a dedicated active crossover that provides millimetre-precise time and phase alignment. This allows you to completely tame the sound and adapt it to the acoustics of your room.
  • 🔊 Patented Horn-Loaded Vented Bass: A revolutionary design that combines the speed of horn-loading with the depth of a bass-reflex. The 12-inch woofers in this configuration achieve efficiency that is 10 to 20 times greater than conventional speakers.

➡️ Why choose Jubilee?

  1. Absolute realism: The dynamics of this speaker are unrivaled. From the quietest pluck of a string to the explosive thump of an orchestra, the Jubilee reproduces everything effortlessly and without distortion.
  2. Reference sound image: Thanks to the dual-system design and active control, the soundstage is three-dimensional, and instruments are arranged in space with surgical precision.
  3. Handcrafted and Prestigious: Each pair is handcrafted in the USA. Book-matched veneer is used, meaning the left and right speakers are mirror-matched, giving them the look of a unique piece of furniture.

➡️ Who is the Klipsch Jubilee for?

  1. For the most demanding audiophile: Those looking for an "end-game" speaker - the last system they will ever buy.
  2. For lovers of realism: Listeners who want to close their eyes and feel the orchestra, rock band or vocalist right in front of them.
  3. For owners of large spaces: Jubilee needs space to breathe and show its full acoustic power.

Klipsch Jubilee - An aesthetic icon born from 75 years of experience and created for ultimate dynamics and power.

More than a purchase – an investment in pure music

Choosing speakers from the Klipsch Heritage series is not just about buying new audio equipment; it's about choosing timeless design, unrivaled dynamics and a tradition that has lasted for more than 75 years. These speakers are not designed to follow trends, but to survive them. From the compact Heresy model to the reference Jubilee system, each pair is a handcrafted masterpiece that brings the energy and emotion of a real concert stage into your home.

🛡️ Investment for generations: 10 year warranty

Klipsch Heritage speakers are synonymous with uncompromising quality and superior American craftsmanship. Because Klipsch is so confident in the durability of its components, it offers a 10-year warranty when you register your product.

Are you ready to experience Klipsch live?

Online descriptions are just an introduction – the real magic happens when horn speakers first sing in a room. We invite you to browse our Heritage range below or contact us for expert advice on choosing the ideal speaker and amplifier for your new system.

More than a purchase – an investment in pure music

Choosing speakers from the Klipsch Heritage series is not just about buying new audio equipment; it's about choosing timeless design, unrivaled dynamics and a tradition that has lasted for more than 75 years. These speakers are not designed to follow trends, but to survive them. From the compact Heresy model to the reference Jubilee system, each pair is a handcrafted masterpiece that brings the energy and emotion of a real concert stage into your home.

An investment for generations: 10 year warranty 🛡️

Klipsch Heritage speakers are synonymous with uncompromising quality and superior American craftsmanship. Because Klipsch is so confident in the durability of its components, it offers a 10-year warranty when you register your product.

Are you ready to experience Klipsch live?

Online descriptions are just an introduction – the real magic happens when horn speakers first sing in a room. We invite you to browse our Heritage range below or contact us for expert advice on choosing the ideal speaker and amplifier for your new system.