Klipsch Cornwall IV Heritage

Overview

The Klipsch Cornwall IV is a large three way, horn loaded floorstanding loudspeaker from the hand built Klipsch Heritage line, produced in Hope, Arkansas with plywood cabinets in the tradition Paul W. Klipsch established in 1946. It uses a 15 inch woofer for effortless low frequency scale, paired with Tractrix horn loaded midrange and tweeter compression drivers that give the Cornwall its immediate, dynamic and lifelike presentation. This is a full range speaker designed to move air with ease and to fill a room with sound that feels alive.

Because it is horn loaded and extremely high in sensitivity, the Cornwall IV plays convincingly loud with very modest power. That efficiency is the heart of its appeal: it pairs beautifully with low wattage tube amplifiers, where its ease of drive lets small single ended or push pull designs sound big and unstrained, while equally welcoming clean solid state power. The revised Tractrix horns, updated compression drivers and refined crossover of the fourth generation sharpen imaging and smooth the response compared with earlier versions.

The Cornwall IV is for the listener who wants scale, dynamics and the direct, unforced clarity of horn loading in a room with a bit of space to breathe. It rewards vinyl, jazz, orchestral and rock alike, and it turns modest amplifier power into a genuinely large sound.

Key Features

• Three way, horn loaded Heritage design built by hand in Hope, Arkansas
• 15 inch woofer delivers deep, effortless low frequency output
• Tractrix horn loaded midrange and tweeter for dynamic, lifelike presentation
• Titanium diaphragm compression tweeter for extended, detailed highs
• Very high sensitivity, so it plays loud with modest amplifier power
• Ideal partner for low wattage tube amplifiers as well as solid state
• Plywood cabinet with real wood veneer finishes in the Heritage tradition
• Rear firing passive radiators for extended, controlled bass
• Fourth generation revisions to horns and crossover refine imaging and smoothness

How the Cornwall IV Compares

Klipsch Cornwall IV vs Klipsch La Scala AL6

The La Scala AL6 sits above the Cornwall IV in the Heritage range and moves to a fully horn loaded, folded bass horn architecture for even greater dynamic authority and midrange projection. The Cornwall IV, with its direct radiating 15 inch woofer and passive radiators, offers deeper and fuller apparent low end in a smaller, more room friendly footprint. Choose the La Scala for maximum horn immediacy and scale, the Cornwall for a more complete full range sound in a broader range of rooms. See the Klipsch La Scala AL6.

Klipsch Cornwall IV vs Klipsch Forte IV

The Forte IV is the step down Heritage floorstander, using a 12 inch woofer with a rear passive radiator in a slimmer cabinet that suits smaller and medium rooms. The Cornwall IV steps up to a 15 inch woofer and a larger enclosure for greater bass scale and effortless dynamics. Both share the same horn loaded, high sensitivity character, so the choice comes down to room size and how much low end weight you want. See the Klipsch Forte IV.

Klipsch Cornwall IV vs Spendor A7.2

The Spendor A7.2 is a compact two way floorstander voiced for a refined, even and understated presentation that flatters smaller rooms and nearfield listening. The Cornwall IV takes a very different path with horn loading and high sensitivity, delivering greater dynamic punch and a more forward, immediate sound that thrives on low power amplification. Pick the Spendor for gentle refinement, the Cornwall for scale and live energy. See the Spendor A7.2.

Klipsch Cornwall IV vs MoFi SourcePoint 888

The MoFi SourcePoint 888 is a concentric driver floorstander aimed at pinpoint imaging and a coherent point source presentation. The Cornwall IV instead uses separate horn loaded drivers and far higher sensitivity, giving it a bigger, more effortless dynamic character that suits low wattage tube amps. Choose the MoFi for imaging precision, the Cornwall for horn driven scale and efficiency. See the MoFi SourcePoint 888.

Recommended Amplification and Source

The Cornwall IV is extremely efficient, so it shines with low wattage tube amplifiers while remaining flexible enough for clean solid state. Here are catalog components to build a complete system.

• Advance Paris A12 Classic Integrated A refined solid state integrated with plenty of clean, controlled power that lets the Cornwall IV stay effortless at any volume. A dependable, musical anchor for a Heritage system.
• Yamaha A-S1200 Integrated Amplifier A beautifully built integrated with a natural, warm balance and a built in phono stage, an easy match for vinyl through the highly sensitive Cornwall IV.
• Parasound HALO HINT6 Integrated A versatile integrated with a fine phono stage and DAC, offering grip and detail that pair cleanly with the Cornwall IV in a one box setup.
• TEAC VRDS-701 CD Player A dual monaural CD player and DAC that provides a refined, detailed digital source to reveal the immediacy the horn loaded Cornwall IV is known for.
• EverSolo DMP-A10 Streamer A flagship streamer, DAC and preamplifier that brings high resolution streaming and library playback, an ideal modern source ahead of a power amp or integrated with the Cornwall IV.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Cornwall IV part of the Klipsch Heritage line?
Yes. The Cornwall IV is a hand built Heritage loudspeaker made in Hope, Arkansas with a plywood cabinet, continuing a tradition Paul W. Klipsch began in 1946.

How is the Cornwall IV designed?
It is a three way, horn loaded floorstanding speaker with a 15 inch woofer plus Tractrix horn loaded midrange and tweeter compression drivers.

How sensitive is the Cornwall IV?
It is rated at 102 dB at 2.83V / 1m, making it extremely efficient so it plays loud with modest amplifier power.

Can I use a low wattage tube amplifier?
Yes. Its high sensitivity makes it a natural partner for low wattage tube amplifiers, which can sound big and unstrained driving the Cornwall IV.

Does the Cornwall IV work with solid state amplifiers too?
Absolutely. It welcomes clean solid state power just as readily as tubes, so you can match it to the character you prefer.

What size room suits the Cornwall IV?
Its 15 inch woofer and large cabinet reward medium to larger rooms with a bit of space to breathe, though it can work in smaller rooms with care.

What is Tractrix horn loading?
Tractrix is Klipsch's horn geometry used on the midrange and tweeter for controlled dispersion, dynamic impact and a direct, lifelike presentation.

What type of tweeter does it use?
The Cornwall IV uses a titanium diaphragm compression tweeter on a Tractrix horn for extended, detailed high frequencies.

What is its frequency response?
The Cornwall IV is rated at 34Hz to 21kHz +/- 3dB, offering full range coverage without a subwoofer in most rooms.

Does the Cornwall IV need a subwoofer?
In most rooms no. The 15 inch woofer with rear firing passive radiators delivers substantial low frequency scale on its own.

What finishes are available?
It is offered in real wood veneer options such as Natural, Black Ash, Walnut and Distressed Oak, in keeping with the Heritage tradition.

How much does each Cornwall IV weigh?
Each speaker weighs about 100 lbs, so plan on help when positioning them.

How does the Cornwall IV compare with the Forte IV?
The Forte IV is the step down model with a 12 inch woofer in a slimmer cabinet for smaller rooms, while the Cornwall IV adds a 15 inch woofer and larger enclosure for greater bass scale.

How does the Cornwall IV compare with the La Scala AL6?
The La Scala AL6 is the step up model using a fully horn loaded folded bass horn for even greater dynamics, while the Cornwall IV offers fuller apparent bass in a smaller footprint.

Do I need a separate source with the Cornwall IV?
Yes. It is a passive speaker, so it needs an amplifier plus a source such as a turntable, CD player or streamer to make sound.

Does the Cornwall IV have built in amplification?
No. Unlike the powered Klipsch models, the Cornwall IV is passive and requires an external amplifier.

What are the crossover frequencies?
The Cornwall IV crosses over at 650Hz and 5200Hz between its woofer, midrange and tweeter.

Is the Cornwall IV good for vinyl?
Yes. Its dynamic, immediate horn character suits vinyl beautifully, especially paired with an integrated amp that includes a phono stage or a dedicated turntable setup.

Are the Cornwall IV speakers sold as a pair?
They are sold as a stereo pair. Please confirm quantity and finish at checkout or contact us for assistance.

Why buy from All Elite Audio?
All Elite Audio is an authorized Klipsch dealer in Maryland, so your Cornwall IV arrives brand new with full factory warranty support and expert guidance on matching amplification and sources. We are happy to help you build a complete system around these speakers.