Buckeye_Nut
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All I have seen is the press release, and it contained no specs.
Where can I find the specs?
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Right there........
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If you still have the packaging and what came with it, you'll find exactly what you seek. [H]
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Check out the SVS ultra or Plus2 series.
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My 2 cents..... it's not worth spending $200 for what amounts to a horizontal upgrade to the '10s'. On the other hand, upgrading to the RB-51's or RS-42's would be a worthwhile upgrade. The 51's are the cheaper alternative, and you could probably buy a pair for $275-300. Not quite 200...but not very much more.. Should I stick with the SS.5's or upgrade to RS-10's or RB-10's. All three have similar specifications. Are there any other alternatives? My current system sounds sweet so I am wondering if investing another $200+ is cost effective.
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My HT is listed in the photo album section, but not yet updated since my latest change.
My latest change was the addition of ceiling acoustic treatments. I have a strip of low ductwork that runs the the entire width of the room that served as both a reflective light source, as well as my primary acoustic ceiling reflection point.
I fixed two issues with a single simple step:)
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PS... my setup is already listed in the "photo's" section of this forum....
http://forums.klipsch.com/photos/the_klipsch_gallery/tags/Buckeye_5F00_Nut+/default.aspx
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Hear is an updated pic front shot of my humble little system. The acoustic panels are DIY.
That looks fantastic!! My only suggestion is that you should make more panels just like the ones shown...... to hang in the corners for bass trapping purposes.
Very well done Tony!!
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That's an incredible deal. If you're unhappy with the scuffs, I'll gladly trade you even up for my mint condition RC-62[Y] I live on the east side of the KC metro area, so I'll gladly meet you in Topeka to make the trade.I finally
found one at Nebraska Furniture Mart in Kansas City. The salesman
tells me Klipsch is either making a new model or the store is not
carrying them anymore or something, because they've been marking them
down (sale sign was for $695) and closing them out. He sold his
last two NIB ones today at a discount, and offered to sell me the floor
model for $299.
What do you all think? Good call by me?
Since I paid more than $300 for my RC-62, I promise not to make you pay extra for the trade[A]
PS.... I take everything I said back.
Dewd..... you got royally screwed. Because I am such a wonderful and caring citizen..... I'll take that damaged RC-64 off your hands, and give you my mint RC-62 in trade........since I feel sorry you being taken advantage of in such a harsh way. Ya know.... I'll consider it to be for the greater good in a public service kind of way.
I'm willing to do what it takes to right the wrong committed by NEB F.MART!!
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does anybody know if Defenitive are good speakers?
Klipsch speakers are obviously better....LOL
Would you expect to read anything to the contrary in a forum populated with individuals who chose Klipsch over DTech?
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It really depends on how hard you're willing to work to save a few $$$. In general, anything in the 20-25% off suggested retail is a very fair price. To get more will take some effort......Roughly 20% is the figure that you should expect. 25% is something you can get off really cooperative dealers who are smart enough to realize you'll come back and bring friends. 15% is the "industry standard" discount that you're given when the dealer is trying to squeeze you for money... without being a total ******* about it.
Is the percentage off the MSRP or what they are currently asking for their speakers? I was quoted $490each for the RF-82's. That is basically MSRP pricing. What would be a good price to offer the dealer?
I think I paid between $375-$390 each for my RF82s, and that was with very little effort. I might have paid less if I really pushed, but I was happy with the price because I knew it was a fair price.
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Ditto that....Don't be rude..............If I'm not happy with price I just walk away, they usually follow you, changing their price....Money Talks, but there again, at my age they know I'm not kidding.........20% is a very fair starting point........if they think your serious, and just not window shopping they tend to give in.
I always find that if I say... "I'll buy all these speakers from you today if you sell them to me for $X" ........... works quite well. If not, I'm prepared to walk, but it never comes to that because they want to make the sale today.
Being an informed shopper is key!! You should know going in what the suggested retail is...... and what you should expect to pay. -
My record is 21 days in a row. Of course...that was before I had kids...HEHI for one.... Love the game of golf!!!! [H]
Yeah me too, started at age 4. Play everyday May thru Sept. Well, might miss 2 or 3 days.
Had it not been for rain...the streak would no doubt have been longer.
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Isnt that getech's subwoofer of choice[*-)]Well, it looks like it's between the Eathquake supernova
HEH
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..................or.......
You could always do like me and buy a SVS PB/Plus2, or do like TheEAR...... and buy every subwoofer ever made by mankind.....and incorporate every one of them simultaneously into your soundsystem.....[
] When it comes to subs...... The EAR'meister is da man!!
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Totally agreed.... I managed to haggle the price down to $350 on my RC-62. Needless to say, it helped that I was buying 5 speakers at the time.[I'd definitely go for the RC62. It's a much better match to the RF82's and the center channel is so so important in movies.
] Make no mistake.... the RC52 is a good center speaker and a good choice, but the RC62 is a better mate.And yes... hold off on the receiver upgrade for now. You can afford to wait until after you're "speaker" situated before you upgrade the receiver.
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I'd like to congratulate you on your decision to switch to Klipsch.........because you wont be disappointed!!My
system is about 7 years old and has served me well but I have never
been really satisfied with the dialogue from the center channel. I am
wanting to take it up a notch and have looked into purchasing a Klipsch
setup.
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Based on the layout and dimensions of the house, what dimensions would
you recommend for the theater room? Ceiling does not have to be 10'.
I'm thinking of having two rows of 3 leather theater chairs with back
row elevated.
2. I looked into replacing my Onkyo Receiver
with a Yamaha RX-V1700 but it is $1200.00. Many forum members have
suggested getting a $500.00 receiver. Should I upgrade my receiver or
is it even necessary until I go to a 7.1 setup. Still works great but
is an older receiver.
3. Would the Klipsch system that I
mentioned above be adequate for that room size? Before I thought about
adding a dedicated theater room, I was going to use the RB-61's for
front speakers in a custom entertainment system. With the theater
room, I think I would rather have the RF-62's.
4. Any Do's or Don'ts that I should know when designing a custom theater room?
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Working with a $3000.00 budget, I know that I might have to use some of
my existing system and slowly purchase the speakers as others have
mentioned in the forums. What would you keep from my current system
and what would your replace?
Thanks in advance for your advice and suggestions.
Michael
I would however like to add that your current center channel dialog issues are quite possibly tied to room acoustic issues(room reflections). As you build your new HT room, you'll definitely want to research acoustic treatments for your new HT.............. because no HT is complete without!! Even with the most simple of treatment (bass traps in corners, broadband absorption at first reflection points) they will make a dramatic improvement to the sound reproduction inside any sound room. It's impossible to put into words how different a system can sound inside a treated sound room!!
With that said, and taking into account your $3,000 budget................. I'd recommend something like what I have because your stated budget matches perfectly for what you're asking.....RF-82 fronts, RC-62 center, and whatever you want for surrounds. I feel these speakers are in the sweet spot for price/performance ratio. Dont get me wrong because the RF-63/83's and RC64 are excellent speakers.....but they cost A LOT more. (probably too much for your listed budget) For only a little more $$$ than the RF62s..... the 82's are a significant step up. To go up further, you'll have to pay a whole lot more!!!!
You can pick up two RF82's, a RC-62, and two surround speakers of your choice for about $1700 after tax at a local dealer. (I paid just <$1700 for two RF82s, two RF52s, and a RC62....well within your budget) Unless there is a specific reason you want bookshelf speakers, I recommend the towers. 1.... they're more speaker..... & 2.....by the time you buy sturdy speaker stands for the bookshelf speakers, they'll cost nearly as much or more $$$ anyway!!!!
Since your receiver is 5.1(and not old Pro-Logic).... I recommend you hang onto it.... if only for now. You can always upgrade that later!!!!! You'll have enough money leftover to get very capable subwoofer!! You'll have about $1,300 leftover, which will be enough for something along the lines of a SVS PB12/plus2 to provide that wow factor you're looking for during your favorite action movie.... you really need a capable subwoofer, and that sub will do just that!! It will deliver lots of WOW!!!!
The key is DONT neglect the room itself, because the room itself plays a very large role in how good your system will sound.... that's my contribution to the "Do's and Don'ts"..... dont neglect the room itself!!
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Kudos to you and those who mobilize to show their support for our fighting men and women............... and to serve as a counter balance to the disgraceful kook protesters. I have a ton of respect for the Patriot Guard Riders and for what they do. It's good to see that there are still some good people out there!!Last Tuesday, I had the privilege to ride in a motorcycle funeral
escort for a soldier killed in action in Iraq. The Patriot Guard
Riders is a national group of motorcyclists (mostly Harley riders) that
provide a motorcycle funeral escort for military funerals with the
family's consent.
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Im married with 2 kids, so these are pretty much what you'd expect.....
.....I've got the Buick Rendezvous and the Pontiac Grand Prix.......... Mine are exactly as above... only the Buick is silver, and the Grand Prix is white.
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I for one.... Love the game of golf!!!! [H]
I didnt take up the game until I was in my mid20s (1992), I bought my first golf membership in 1996.... and I've been logging more than 100+ rounds a year ever since....LOL
When the days are long in the summer months, it's not unusual for me to play 4-5 times a week. (even if only to log a quick10-15 holes or however many I can squeeze in before dark)
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LOL....You should be a good nephew and help your uncle customize his guide to eliminate all the unnecessary channels he'll never watch[1....My uncle has cable
2....Every time I go to his house I hear Click, Click Click, Click Ckick Click Click Click.
3....Only 700 more to go then start over.
4....Gees, my thumb hurts.
JJK
]Once you delete all the crap channels he'll never use, he'll find channel surfing much easier.
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I've watched very little regular TV over the past many, many years... well........... that is until I entered the world of HD-DVR-land!!! [H]
Most of what I watch is HD programming. Some of my favorite HD-local network shows in no particular order.............. Ghost Whisperer, Supernatural, Smallville, Lost, Medium, & Hero's. (not to mention sporting events!!) PGA Golf and NASCAR are the two main summer events that I follow. Battle Star Gallactica, American Choppers, Stargate Atlantis, mixed martial arts fighting, & Rides are among my favorites on the HD cable channels. In fact, I'm more of a TV junky than ever before......[8-|]
There is definitely something that can be said for watching tv at your on convenience.....and skipping the commercials!! About the only low-def programming I watch is some cable news, Pride and UFC fighting, and the Golf Channel. It's to the point now that I never EVER watch live TV. If it's something I really want to watch right away....IE... like Buckeye football.... I'll wait for awhile and watch it on a delay so I can skip commercials. -
It shows in his description that he's not using composite 2-channel cables/connection ports in his setup. What you say is true though...... if he wasn't connecting through a multi-channel input, it would be a little difficult to play multi-channel audio:) (neigher 5.1 DD or DTS would work) In his case, he's trying to figure out how to bypass the default DD 5.1 soundtrack.Are you using the RIGHT cables...............I couldn't get DTS on my Sony, finally broke down and bought Digital Coax, worked fine...Digital Coax, or optical cable will work...................
PS.... It's not so much about the cable, but how you connect. For example, you can take a single decades old composite RCA cable and connect your DVD player to your receiver by using the multi-channel digital coax port, and it will play multi-channel & DTS signals perfectly well. Providing it's a quality made cable, it will provide every bit as much quality multi-channel sound as a brand spanking new THX rated d-coax of today.
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To play a movie in DTS, you need to go to the DVD setup menu on the DVD itself, and manually select the DTS sountrack from the list of choices. On the DVD startup menu, go to where it says "Audio Setup or Languages", and choose DTS. If you dont, the DVD audio will default to DD.So I got the update done. is there anything else I'm supposed to do??? The movies still won't play in DTS.
PS... you also need to make sure you go into the DVD player setup menu to activate DTS. You only need to do this one time during initial setup.
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] Make no mistake.... the RC52 is a good center speaker and a good choice, but the RC62 is a better mate.
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New HT in progress
in Home Theater
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Aaaaaaaah yes... nothing beats having your own theater room!!
Very nice!!
How far back is the seating? Is it all the way back against the partition? The simple solution would be to move the seating forward a bit, but the back of the chairs may slightly obscure the sound. Ideally, you want to sit roughly 2 screen widths back from the screen while avoiding at all costs.......sitting in the middle of the room. (for acoustic reasons). If you can drill into the slope without causing a leak, you can buy something wall mountable for placement on the sloping walls at the perfect height.
If you're going to paint the ceiling, paint it anything but white!! Once those ceiling light reflections are tamed, you'll enjoy the movie experience even more. Since you have a dedicated room, you'll also want to install acoustic room treatments.
Enjoy!