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3Fingberbrown
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Amp Recommendation for Klipsch Forte IV
Yesterday at 20:34:32
 
I am sure the Klipsch Forte IV speakers are in use by a number of Deware users. I am wondering if folks here could recommend a model of Decware amp to pair with these speakers.

I'm in a moderate/large room 18x19 feet, with vaulted ceilings that go up to 15 feet. I listen jazz, rock, classical at all volume levels depending on the situation.

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Re: Amp Recommendation for Klipsch Forte IV
Reply #1 - Today at 01:21:00
 
As much as I'd like to recommend one of the SETs, I feel like if you really want to "rock-n-roll" in your room you're going to need a push-pull amp. JMO.
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Re: Amp Recommendation for Klipsch Forte IV
Reply #2 - Today at 05:55:07
 

If what I read is correct, Klipsch Forte IV speakers have a specified sensitivity rating of 99 dB. You will want to consider the hum level of the Decware amp you choose.

I couldn't deal with the Decware 300b amps' hum with my 99 dB Omega speakers. On the other hand, my UFO25 amp sounds just as good as the 300B, and there is no hum beyond 3 feet from the speaker without music playing. I'm particularly sensitive to hum, so it may not be an issue for you or others. Still,  it is something to consider.
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Re: Amp Recommendation for Klipsch Forte IV
Reply #3 - Today at 19:39:06
 
I currently have the Alan Eaton 45 Monos and hear a low level hum through the Forte IVs, but it's not anything that bothers me at all and it can't be heard when music is playing or a few feet away from the speakers with nothing playing.  

I just recently paid for the UFO25 and it's on the bench.  I assume I'll have it in a few weeks or so and can report back.  

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Re: Amp Recommendation for Klipsch Forte IV
Reply #4 - Today at 20:11:02
 
I have a pair of Forte IV, I have run my UFO through them and they sound great, but lack a bit of authority for playing rock. Currently I’m playing my Tomcat Audio monos 70w per through them, this is spot on for rock. Have also had Aric Audio Custom 300b P Set, sounds awesome for lighter/gentler stuff, especially acoustic. I’m not in the classical or jazz space, so can’t comment on that. But if you want rock the push pull does it for me. FWIW I have a Mystery Amp on order and intend to use it with the Forte. I’ve been playing around with the 2 big amps in the last few weeks, leaning towards the Tomcat as my favourite. had been thinking of hooking up the UFO to the Forte again, just to see. I’ll do it over the weekend and report back

I wonder if you’re more jazz/classical that Sarah might be great but if you add rock in the mix Tori or Mystery
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Re: Amp Recommendation for Klipsch Forte IV
Reply #5 - Today at 21:30:17
 
I have a pair of Heresy I in a second system. They sound great with my Decware Torii, CKC84 Select, and Denis Had Type 45. No complaints on any of them and the amp range is 1.6 - 20 watts.
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