Klipsch Cornwall III (2006–)

A floorstanding heritage loudspeaker with horn-loaded midrange and tweeter, 15-inch woofer, and hand-built US construction.

Overview

The Klipsch Cornwall III is a floorstanding loudspeaker in Klipsch's Heritage lineup, first introduced in 2006 as part of a lineage dating back to the original 1959 Cornwall. It uses a three-way design with horn-loaded compression drivers for the midrange and treble, and a direct-radiating 15-inch woofer for bass. Designed to deliver the full-range bass response of the Klipschorn with high sensitivity, it was named for being the first Klipsch speaker that could perform well against a wall rather than only in corners. The enclosure is hand-built in Hope, Arkansas, continuing the company’s tradition of US craftsmanship.

Specifications

Frequency Response	34Hz - 20kHz
Sensitivity	102dB @ 2.83V / 1m
Weight	98lbs (44.5kg)
Finish options	Walnut, Cherry, Black
Special Edition finishes	Australian Walnut, California Black Walnut, Matte Black
Warranty	5 years

Design

The Cornwall III uses a three-way design with horn-loaded compression drivers for the midrange and tweeter, and a direct-radiating 15-inch woofer. The enclosure is made in the USA by craftsmen in Hope, Arkansas, maintaining Klipsch’s heritage construction methods and horn-loaded technology.

Context

The Cornwall model line began in 1959 as a larger, full-range alternative to the Heresy, originally intended as a center channel in a three-speaker stereo array. The Cornwall III continues this role in the Klipsch Heritage series, which includes the Klipschorn (1946), Heresy (1957), and La Scala (1963).

Market

Listings for used Cornwall III speakers have appeared with prices ranging from $1,429 to $3,200. One forum listing noted a price drop to $2,999 in early 2025.