Is the Forte IV worth $5,499.98?

If you want a high-efficiency horn speaker with deep bass and US build, yes. At $5,499.98 at Crutchfield as of November 4, 2026, it is at its recent high, so waiting for a sale is reasonable.

How does the Forte IV differ from the Forte III?

The IV adds the new K-702 midrange compression driver, a titanium tweeter with a wide-dispersion phase plug, and a network voiced after the Klipschorn and La Scala. The cabinet and 12-inch woofer plus 15-inch passive radiator layout carry over.

Do I need a powerful amplifier?

No. High efficiency means a few watts go a long way, so low-power tube amps work well. The bi-amp panel also lets you split the woofer and horn sections if you want to.

How much room do they need?

The rear passive radiator needs clearance behind the cabinet, so keep them off the wall. They also want a fair amount of floor space given the 12-inch woofer and large enclosure.

What finishes are available?

Natural Cherry, American Walnut and Distressed Oak.

When is the best time to buy?

The lowest recorded price since November 3, 2026 is $5,499.98, the same as the current Crutchfield price. Klipsch Heritage models rarely discount deeply, so watch for seasonal sales.

What do buyers say about the Klipsch Heritage Forte IV Floorstanding Speakers?

Rated 5 out of 5 from 2 ratings.

Where can I buy the Klipsch Heritage Forte IV Floorstanding Speakers?

5 stores we checked sell it, including Safe and Sound HQ, Crutchfield, Sweetwater, SkyFi Audio, Amazon.

Klipsch Heritage Forte IV Floorstanding Speakers

Q: Where is the Klipsch Heritage Forte IV Floorstanding Speakers cheapest?

At Crutchfield, for $5,499.98, as of our latest check.

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What reviewers say

Owner feedback on the Forte IV is strongly positive, with buyers praising its dynamics, build and bass for a horn speaker. The two ratings on this page average 5 out of 5, though that is a very small sample.

Pros

Big, lively dynamics at low volume
Solid bass from the passive radiator
Fine cabinet finish and US build

Cons

Horn treble can be bright in small rooms
Size and weight make placement hard

About the Klipsch Heritage Forte IV Floorstanding Speakers

HIGH PERFORMANCE IS OUR FORTE First introduced in 1985, the Forte quickly established itself as the most popular Klipsch model. The elegant design and outstanding performance made the Forte a standout among its competitors. In 2017, Klipsch re-introduced the Forte as part of the Heritage speaker series. The new Forte IV features updated cosmetics and the latest advancements in acoustic engineering, while maintaining the original charisma that made the Forte so popular. DESIGNED AND MADE IN THE USA USING DOMESTIC AND IMPORTED COMPONENTS Don t mess with perfection. We ve made some important upgrades to the Forte IV, but it remains relatively unchanged since its inception. Remember great sound We do, too. The Forte IV enclosure is still made in the USA, by proud craftsmen in Hope, Arkansas. Just like Paul W. Klipsch (PWK) intended.

FEATURES

HIGH EFFICIENCY, HIGH PERFORMANCE LOUDSPEAKER

The Forte IV hosts a three-way design utilizing a 12 woofer and horn-loaded midrange and tweeter. The Forte IV incorporates an all new K-702 midrange compression driver, featuring a polyimide diaphragm for exceptional detail and dynamics. The K-702 midrange is mated to a modified Tractrix horn featuring our patented Mumps technology for even polar response of mid frequencies, giving you more consistent sound throughout the listening area. The titanium diaphragm high-frequency driver has an all-new wide dispersion phase plug for providing exceptionally even high-frequency dispersion for a wider, more accurate sweet spot.

PASSIVE RADIATOR YIELDS FULL RANGE PERFORMANCE

The Forte IV s well-extended bass is found in the use of a rear-mounted passive radiator. A mammoth 15 (38 cm) in size, this sub-bass radiator operates on acoustic pressure generated by the active woofer for greater bass output and extension.

NETWORK

The Forte IV has been completely revoiced from its predecessor, utilizing premium

componentry in an all new high-fidelity network minimizing electrical degradation

throughout the circuitry for truer to life sound with best in class efficiency and power handling. The new network draws from the classic three-way steep slope design of the legendary Klipschorn and La Scala speakers.

BI-AMP INPUT PANEL AND BINDING POSTS

The Forte s premium, aluminum input panel accommodates large, high-quality speaker cables. Strong, versatile and quality binding posts provide the capability for bi-wiring or bi-amping.

BOOK-MATCHED WOOD VENEER

Klipsch only uses book-matched wood veneers for the Heritage series. The veneer

leaves are kept in order as they are delicately sliced from the timber and precisely

arranged to provide a mirror image at the splice joint like turning the pages of a

book. This gives each speaker an aesthetically appealing and consistent appearance

that is treasured more than any other cut of wood veneer.

MATCHED PAIRS

Every pair of Heritage series loudspeakers are grain-matched using wood veneer

panels that come from the same timber. Each cabinet is carefully matched so that each speaker in the pair is practically indistinguishable from the other. The speakers move seamlessly together through the factory, and each finished product is inspected and labeled with sequential serial numbers, ensuring that your Heritage series speakers leave the factory as a meticulously crafted set.

BUILT TO LAST

While each and every component of the Forte IV is built to last, Klipsch has always

recognized the unique and critical role of a loudspeaker s cabinet in the sound