Great, glad to see that they are coming back, excellent speakers. I have always loved my RF-5's, now with the return of both the RF-5 and RF-7 I might even be tempted to try the new RF-7's.

I also like the new wood fronts.

Is there a chance of the RC-7 to return as well?

Amy Unger:

Saturn5:

Gotta hate that they're not offered in the original natural Cherry.  I'd be sorely tempted to buy another pair, but they won't match my existing setup.  

 

We might be able to accommodate that if you're interested.  I can inquire on Monday.

 

 

 

While I am interested, it's not something that would be in the budget any time soon. 

With the economy, all of my "fun" expenditures have been put on indefinite hold.  

JChapman:

colterphoto1:

 check out the details in the photos- the FRONT panel is also veneered the same color as the rest of the cabinet. They LOOK GREAT even nekkid!

 

Michael

I'm definitely going to agree with that statement. I'm not a real big fan of the plastic face but, now that it's real wood veneer. I just might be interested in buying a pair. Even if it means breaking up my current system.

 

 The original RF-7 had a black wood front panel.

Jay481985:

The original RF-7 had a black wood front panel

Maybe I'm looking at it wrong but, this definitely looks like a plastic face to me. Although I could be wrong.

Easier to tell on the cherry ones.

I think they look cool either way.

JChapman:

Jay481985:

The original RF-7 had a black wood front panel

Maybe I'm looking at it wrong but, this definitely looks like a plastic face to me. Although I could be wrong.

 

Actually the front itself is indeed  wood, but painted black (I just check both my RF-7s and my RF-5s).  However, the newer RF-83 do have a plastic front.  I like how these "new" RF-7s have matching veneer on the fronts.  Looks really classy.  Now, there seems to be quandry here.  I wonder if they'll also bring back a matching RC-7 that goes along with these RF-7s.  I don't think I'd buy my whole setup again since it looks like a purely cosmetic change, but pretty cool they are being offered again.   Now, those that have been wanting a pair can now get them without resorting to the second hand market.  Also, love how Klipsch really does listen to thier fans. 

Thanks for clearing that up for us. I wonder why they chose to paint them black or why the newer reference speakers use plastic faces? I like the real wood look alround.

The reappearance of the RF-7s convinced me to take a big risk and replace my RF-7s. In short, if I've really fouled up, there is a way back to new RF-7s.

I've ordered 4 RF-63s to match my RC-64 center. The RC-64 was needed to fit under my new 60 in. plasma. If the RF-63s just don't have as good of a sound stage or lose too much slam, then its back to the RF-7s. The only 7 series speakers that I will keep are the RS-7s for surround back spealers. I'm not too worried about bass with dual RSW subs and Sunfire amps for the RF-63s.

I get the first two RF-63s delivered on Monday. The second pair is on back order. The whole idea is to have as close a timbre match as possible all the way around for 5.1 music and still have strong speakers for movies.

I'm going to try the RF-63s crossed over at both 50 Hz and at 80. BobG convinced me to try 50 Hz on the RF-7s and he was right after a great deal of experimenting.

Bill

JChapman:

Thanks for clearing that up for us. I wonder why they chose to paint them black or why the newer reference speakers use plastic faces? I like the real wood look alround.

 

I remember the hardships of how easy they were to damage while installing on the rf-7 made them make the next series plastic front. I don't really mind since the grills are always on. The black paint if I remember right by Trey Cannon said that chips, scratches, dust, fingerprints etc made it all to easy to notice.

 

JChapman:

Thanks for clearing that up for us. I wonder why they chose to paint them black or why the newer reference speakers use plastic faces? I like the real wood look alround.

 

Probably a parts count and build efficiency measure. WIth the latest Reference, the horn is molded into the front facade piece, so saves a few pieces and labor during assembly while giving a stiffer more resonant free construction.  Also is more likely less weight.

colterphoto1:

Probably a parts count and build efficiency measure. WIth the latest Reference, the horn is molded into the front facade piece, so saves a few pieces and labor during assembly while giving a stiffer more resonant free construction.  Also is more likely less weight.

Okay that makes sense now.

Jay481985:

I remember the hardships of how easy they were to damage while installing on the rf-7 made them make the next series plastic front. I don't really mind since the grills are always on. The black paint if I remember right by Trey Cannon said that chips, scratches, dust, fingerprints etc made it all to easy to notice.

I haven't been here on the forums too long but, I have been here long enough to hear some shipping horror stories. I would hate for anything that I shipped or received to get scratched ,chipped or broken. Especially to the most visible areas of the speaker (top,sides,front) since I am a 50/50 grill on grill off guy.

M6 Driver:

Is there a chance of the RC-7 to return as well?

 

There is a chance, yes. Until that is determined for sure, Team Hope will be able to make the RC-64 in matching finishes, should you request it.