Klipsch Heresy III vs Forte III

I forgot to mention I have a pair of Rythmik subs I could use and do like being able to control the bass rather than getting what you get from a passive radiator. I’m intrigued though to hear how the mids and highs sound on the Forte’s and what improvevements or differences they bring. The HIII’s were very musical and enjoyable being driven by a Line Magnetic 219 that I think my Melody would be just as good a match. 

Fortes are gonna give you rear firing bass galore that's non adjustable.

Unless you move them closer or further away from the front wall...

Is there anybody in the Phoenix AZ area that owns the Forte III’s that wouldn’t mind a visitor over for an audition?

Forte’s definitely more bass extension.

I heard both at a local dealer but in different rooms and off different amps so hard to compare apples/apples.

I liked both very much and would consider owning either. Neither offended in any way.

Heresy III was actually in a much larger room and sounded thinner and perhaps a tad more forward accordingly. A good powered sub integrated well would resolve that most likely if needed especially in a larger room.

Bottom line I preferred the Forte III setup but the deck was stacked with the room. Forte III is big and bulky, would not fit into my home as easily. That is the main drawback for me. The extra cost is probably worth it if you want something more full range.

Next I need to hear a pair of Cornwall IIIs... :-)

The current Klipsch product line seems very nice and cost effective overall indeed!