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I have a PrimaLuna Prologue Two integrated Tube that I love. I have used it to drive La Scala's and a pair of RF-83's and liked it with both. 45wpc of good KT-88 power! If you need a remote control, check out the new Dialogue line.

I have RB-81's and RF-82's both hooked up in my 2-channel listening setup. They sound very very, similar with the RF-82's having a little more bass. The imaging and dynamics are almost identical. If you are expecting huge gains you will be dissapointed. Also, depending on how you have your receiver setup to crossover to your sub you may not notice much of a change at all. I have the RB-81's on stands that put the horn within 1" of the same height as the 82's, and I have them at the same distance from my listening chair. For 2 channel without a sub I would definately recommend the 82's over the 81's, but for your setup I would think about trying to find a pair I could demo first. Kelsyn

DrWho, The season showed on SciFi that just wrapped with Christopher Eccelston as The Doctor was great, though he didn't get fired, he only riginally signed on for one season just to help get it re-launched. Also, there are severalTom Baker episodes out on DVD (The 5 Doctors, Androids of Tara, Armegeddon Factor, Power of Kroll, Stones of Blood, Pyramids of Mars, just to name a few). But I am waiting on the Doctor Who Megaset as well I heard it got delayed so they could attempt to restore more of the first few season's footage.

It was even nicer at a price that was close to dealer cost. I know Auto-Bias is frowned upon by many, but I have so much to do in so little time that I appreciate the ease of upkeep.

Got it and set it up yesterday. I turned it on, watched the glow, and started some music at low volume. After 4 hours I turned it off and went to listen to some vinyl on a friends setup. I came back a few hours later and sat down for a little late night listening. The thing that impressed me the most is how well the music comes across at low volume. I love that rich midrange and noticeable bass when played at levels low enough to not wake up the house. Tonight when I get home from work I am going to crank it up, but for now I can say I am very happy with the Prolouge Two []

I know the post was supposed to be slightly funny, but what audio guru in his right mind spends his time listening to an iPod???

I read most of the reviews, and heard the Prologue Two on several speakers (just nothing as efficient or dynamic as Klipsch) I thought I would have it today, but it didn't happen, so maybe tomorrow or Tuesday. I will post my impressions after I get it all hooked up.

I have been looking for a new amp/pre-amp or integrated for my 2-channel setup, and I really like the PrimaLuna. I know many people find AutoBiasing undesireable, but for the money (especially from one of my fellow dealers) I found it to be a nice piece. I am getting mine today, and will hook it up and let people know what I think. I wish I still had a pair of RF-83's, but I sold my demo because the guy didn't want to wait, then I sold the next pair I had coming in as well. I do have RF-82's and RB-81's so I will try it out with them, then I might also set it up with one pair of my La Scala's just to see how much I like it Anyone have any PrimaLuna stories to share? Thanks, Kelsyn

The CDT-2650-SC has 2 slightly smaller tweeters (.75" each) vs the single 1" in the -C. These tweeters are angled opposite each other, and are ment to give a more diffuse surround field. I am getting ready to do an install in the next 2 weeks with a wide variety of in-ceiling and in-walls, including 2650-C's and the 5650-C's. As this is my first install of the In-ceiling's in a home theater configuration, I iwll be happy to give you a report once it is setup. I recommended 4 2650-C's instead of the SC's since I was doing a 7.1 setup with surrounds to the sides and rear of the listener.

I have had a set of RF-82's for demo (I carry Klipsch as my only speaker line). I love the sound of the 82's, I would be hard pressed to find another pair of $1000 speakers that performs as well. I do like the high-end of the 35's a bit more (I think it is a little less shrill). Part of this may be breakin, but it also could be the new horn in the 82. On the other hand, the mid and mid-bass sounds alot smoother and direct. I have only listened to music on the 82's, not done any HT listening, but I am very pleased with them so far and after I move next week I will be able to A/B them with the RF-83's just to see what that extra $1500 gets you

Coloration is just double-speak for the effect all speakers have on the sound that is played back through them. There has yet to be a perfect format for reproducing exactly a live performance or studio sound, regardless of what Wilson Audio would like you to think about the MAXX or Watt Puppy. All driver's are going to add their own quality to the sound just like all the equipment involved in the recording and playback of the music. Blazemaster may not like what some Klipsch sound like (though I will tell you there the sound coming out from my LS vs the sound coming out from my RF-83's aren't really that similar) but it is unfair to claim that you can get a perfect solution by spending enough money.

Another answer would be, depends on the DVD player. I use my Denon 3800 and 3910 both as CD players and have been very happy with them. On the other hand, when my old Pioneer Elite PD-65 (a wonderful CD player) bit the bullet, I used a Sony DVD player that in no way could cut it. That being said, I would upgrade your receiver and speakers before your source.

I do ISF calibration and have had the opportunity to look at most of the new projectors, RPTV's, and Plasma's that are currently available. My favorite for a reasonable budget is the same technology in 2 different flavors. Sony and SXRD If you want FP, the SXRD projector for $10k is tough to beat. It is bright enough to be enjoyed in many lighting situations that I would have never installed a projector in before, but where it shines is still in a low-light room where you can turn crank the auto-iris down tight and further enhance the blacks and contrast. If you don't have space/budget for this piece, the 60" RP SXRD set is great as well. The picture quality on this piece is amazing. Both of these devices run a little blue out of the box, and can stand to be calibrated, but no worse than most of the LCD/DLP solutions out there.

The RF-35's x-over at 2600hz with 2 8", the RF-7's at 2200hz with 2 10". So both of these speakers are using their woofers to produce Bass, Mid-Bass, and the lower end of Midrange. This leaves some of the midrange to be covered by the horn, but I think it does a good job of covering it, especially on the RF-7's.

I don't think the new RC-64 would match up that well with the Scalas. It is a nice sounding center, don't get me wrong, but it is more in line with the RF-63's or RF-83's. I would go with one Heresey before I went with the RC-64.

I got it as well, and have been very pleased. Everything good about Morrowind has been improved on, and all the annoying things I remember appear to have been fixed. Hands down tied for best looking 360 game (with PGR 3).

I have had mine since launch day, because I am a gadget and video game nut along with being a Home Theater geek. I like it alot, mostly because it is hassle-free (unlike the last few PC games I played). I also use it to stream music to my Home Theater (for parties, not for serious listening) and it works well for that purpose. The only fault I have is with compressed music in general, not with the XBox streaming. Overall, games that have come out are good and show the promise of the hardware, and compared to what you have to spend on a good graphics card now days, the XBox 360 isn't that bad of a price. Also remember, the Atari 2600 retailed for $199 in 1977 dollars.

I had a customer with a similar height restriction, and turning the bookshelf speakers sideways is not a good sloution. Instead, I sold him 2 centers. Now this is a more costly solution, but remember, the centers have dual woofers so you could go down one size and still get similar output. I really like the RC-52's, and 3 across the front would be a nice matched front stage. Kelsyn

If the popping noise is really as lound as a firecracker, and only out of one speaker, it is probably NOT your receiver or the settings on it. My guess is a defective speaker, and hopefully the store you bought it from will let you swap it out since it was newly aquired. You already did the main thing I would have recommended to rule out another issue, which is swapping the speaker leads, so we know it isn't a channel problem on the amp or an issue with the channel output on the CD player.

I love my 5.1 La Scala setup, and ran through the same issue as you before deciding to go with it. One thing to note, is that the front edge of the speaker should really be at least 3ft from the front wall for the best sound. With that in mind, everyone can't have this distance, but it makes the depth of the La Scala a non-issue if you are talking ideal placement. If I couldn't have an LS center, I would go with 2 La Scalas and then 2 Hereseys for the center (either side to side, or top and bottom with the upper speaker upside down). I ended up with my 60" Sony sitting on a self-built stand over my equipment rack and center LS. This put the TV a bit too high, but I angled it down slightly and have had a great viewing experience. Hope this helps, Kelsyn

I have to agree with colterphoto1, I have had Yamaha receivers/home theater integrated amplifiers with my La Scala's for the past 14 years, and have never had any complaints. I recently started carrying Denon electronics, and found the sound very similar with a little cleaner mid-bass, but for high's I wouldn't say either Yamaha or Denon was at all harsh or overly forward.

I guess I was just looking for some suggestions. I am not affraid to go with a well-loved piece of vintage gear, and I am open to seperates or integrated. I am not sure about the digital amps, I have heard the latest from Rotel and didn't think it would be well suited to go with the RF-83's. The Crown piece is just one that I have had forever and I am familiar with it since I used to run it on the main channels of my Scalas. I think If I went Tube I would prefer to go all tube, either seperates or integrated.

I have been focused on HT and Surround for so long now that I am out of the 2 Channel scene. I picked up a pair of RF-83's to use as demo's (along with RF-82's and RB-81's) and am looking for a good 2 channel Amp/Pre combo or even Integrated. I have access to Rotel, but read some mixed reviews on the combo. I would like to keep myself under $1500 if possible, since this is for biz not my personal system. I carry Denon for HT, but that really isn't the type of 2 channel equipment I was thinking about unless someone has great things to say about their Integrated Stereo Amp. I do have a Crown PL-4 sittting around doing nothing, and will probably use that in the meantime since I don't want to keep my 2 channel setup in the same room as my RX-Z1 for very long. Anybody have something to recommend?

I have had my 5 channel La Scala setup for 13 years now. At the time I considered getting 4 KHorns and a Belle or Scala for the center, but I instead went with the Scalas for ease of placement. I have been happy ever since. I use them with an RSW-15 and feel they are definately worth the price difference between them and the KHorns. Keep in mind the KHorns ARE Klipsch, but you won't be disappointed with their slightly younger brother.

I deal in Denon, and that is an ok price for a floor model, but not great. I would think you could get them down by another $100 if you offered. I have sold new for close to that to get a deal done before. Kelsyn