greg0320

Just purchased Paradigm Seismic 12. While feet appear to be supporting sub, carpet pile is so thick, I cannot really see any space between sub and carpet. What height should feet be raised on sub? Should there be a clearance between carpet and downfiring woofer, or as long as feet are supporting weight of sub, does it matter? Thanks Greg

I know that there are many variables to subwoofer placement, but given that it will be on wall with mains and TV, would it normally go between the two fronts, i.e., Front, Sub, TV/AVR/Center, Front; or just to the outside of one of the fronts, say about 12 inches? Thanks Greg

Thanks for the feedback. As to center channel, I went ahead and called right before they came and told them to swap out the RC62 for the RC64. My cabinet is definitely big enough to hold it and given what I am already spending, what the difference of a few hundred dollars more if it will sound that much better. As to the receiver, if I see it has a probelm, which I don't think it will, I'll just have to trade up. Greg

OK..I finally finished purchase, being delivered this weekend. My concern is whether I either under purchased AVR to speakers, over purchased speakers to AVR, or actually made a good choice. AVR is Denon 2807. Speakers are as follows: Klipsch RF63 for front Klipsch RC62 (debating on upgrading to RC64) for center Klipsch R5650-S for rear surrounds Paradigm Seismic 12 for sub I had a pretty good discount on all components, especially the RF63 speakers. Given that, AVR compromised only 20 percent of cost. If I exclude sub, AVR was 30 percent of cost (by the way, sub was equal to both fronts and center speaker). Should I be looking at a better AVR for this setup, or am I in right the ballpark ? Greg

Just needing assistance/direction for wiring new Denon 2807 for video and audio. Thought I had it figured out, but discussion with salesman has left me confused. Will probably need to work around issues with Motorola Cable boxes and HDMI connections with Denon, but ultimately, I would like to be able to watch news on TV without having receiver/sound system turned on. Salesman was recommending the following: HDMI from cable box to HDMI on TV. Optical coax for digital sound from cable box to receiver. DVD (Toshiba Upconversion Player) HDMI to Receiver for video Optical coax for digital sound from DVD to receiver HDMI from receiver to TV Didn't mention CD player connections (have Denon 380) I thought HDMI carried both video and audio. If so, why the need for the optival coax for digital audio? All input appreciated. Want to buy cables but not sure what to get anymore. Thanks Greg

RB62?? Definitely prefer floorstanding versus bookshelf for front speakers. Listened to RF63 and RC62 today with movie where dialogue is switching front left, right, center (Finding Nemo). I know that these are not supposed to match, but I think anyone would be hard pressed to tell the difference. When the RF82 comes in this week, I'll listen again. May come down to which front I like the best (RF82 or RF63) since I think that either will actually go with RC62. Greg

Ran across an older post of yours... "1000-1500 dollars. Again no shortage of units... Klipsch RSW12 or 15 SVS PB2-Plus or PB-Ultra Paradigm Seismic 12 (compact sub) Velodyne SPL1200 (very compact sub) Most will run closer to the $1500 limit. These should do no wrong,the SVS will go deepest with the highest SPL and if you need small the Seismic 12 is a great sub for all applications both HT and music.BTW Seismic 12 over a SPL1200 for HT and music. M&K simply uses woofers that do not move the amount of air the competition does.And displacement is a MAJOR part of the equation is the subwoofer world." Do you still feel that the Seismic 12 is better than SPL 1200R for HT and music listening combination? Greg

Anyone know the dimensions of the RT-12d and RT-10d subwoofers. Looking for something relatively compact. Thanks Greg

I really appreciate your input. However, while the Sunfire may be the best, I am really stretching the limit here from a budget perspective. Since I am really looking at a sub for movies, based on your comments, I am leaning to the Paradigm. However, I visited a store today to listen to the Paradigm. Since they did not have the 12, I listened to the 10. More importantly, they also had the Ultracube, so I compared them. Needless to say, I am confused. When both are set at same volume level (say 1 o'clock position), the ultracube actually had a higher output. The Seismic had to be set at almost 3 o'clock to deliver the same output. Now having said that, I did notice that the Seismic appeared to be a little bit beter controlled at the various volume settings. What am I to make of this? My assumption is that at really high volumes, the Ultracube will become distorted compared to the Seismic. Is that a correct assumption? Just looking for some expert advice on the dynamics of subwoofers. Thanks Greg

The question I was asking was... "Looking for a truly small sub and the two that seem to constantly show up here in this category are the Paradigm Seismic and the Velodyne SPL-R series. What are the pros/cons of each, and given room size of around 3500 cubic ft, will the 10's do in either one, or am I looking to require the 12's. While I listen to music quite a bit, still looking to the sub to give the added depth/bass (the type you can feel) when watching movies." TheEAR had some very good input (Thanks). Was wondering whether anyone else has had the opportunity to listen to these subs and has pros/cons and/or recommendations. Greg

OK...maybe it was just the room or the material I was listening to that was making this sub rock above the others in the room. I will admit that it appears when the requirement is a really small sub (comparatively speaking), two that are consisitently mentioned are the Paradigm Seismic 10/12, and the Velodyne SPL 1000R/1200R subwoofers. Of course, we have just significantly jumped up in price as well. Any thoughts on either of these subs? Greg

You probably recognize typ..meant to say Denon 2807. Greg

By the way, not sure if it matters, but AVR that I will be using is Denon 807. Thanks again Greg

Need expert help here. Since the RF82 was not in yet, I made the mistake of listening to Klipsch RF63 speakers. Excellent!! Issue is, accordingly to Klipsch, the best match based on same compression drivers (?), RF63 works better with RC64 center channel speaker versus RC62. The difference in price, and more importantly size, between the two center channel speakers is hugh. The RC64, being 4 6 inch woofer versus RC62 (2) represents a difference in width of 10 inches (23 vs 33). I would have never considered the RF63 given the price difference between it and the RF82 ($850 per pair). However, this store currently has the RF63 "B" stock a cosmetic difference which with black speakers I cannot see) at a price of $450 less per pair). Question is, since I am not really considering jumping to the RC64, does the difference in matching the RC52 with the RF63 regarding sound quality outweigh the cost benefit of purchasing the RF82 with the RC62? Definitely need help here. Thanks Greg

Thanks for the feedback. I was impressed with the RF63. Sounded very open, spacious. But was curious as to whether I could stay with the RC62 or have to move up to the RC64. If that is the case, just have to hope the RF82 meets the bill, becuase you're right...the RC64 is a big speaker. Larger then I want to deal with for a center channel speaker. Greg