Well, being an owner of new Klipsch Forte III's, I thought I'd chime in. Had Magnepan .7's for awhile and really liked them. In my listening area I knew I was only getting about 75% of what they could deliver because of space considerations. Took the plunge on the Forte's (my 3rd pair of Klipsch over the years). I can say I am very pleased and frankly, pleasantly surprised. They are the most refined yet dynamic sounding Klipsch I have owned. They aren't for everyone but with my taste in music being primarily electric blues and classic rock (Yes spinning now) they fit the bill. One man's trash, another's treasure. Using a Rogue Sphinx with upgraded tubes with splendid results...
Horn based loudspeakers why the controversy?
As just another way to build a loudspeaker system why such disputes in forums when horns are mentioned? They can solve many issues that plague standard designs but with all things have there own. So why such hate? As a loudspeaker designer I work with and can appreciate all transducer and loudspeaker types and I understand that we all have different needs budgets experiences tastes biases. But if you dare suggest horns so many have a problem with that suggestion..why?