RossVTaylor

> specifically, what is wrong with the KSW15 for music? I owned a KSW-12 until a few months ago. For the price, it's a great HT sub. It's not in the class of more expensive subs, but it's *not* a more expensive sub. Between the KSW-12 and the KSW-15, I found the 12 was much better for music. The 15 rocks for HT, but I found it a bit too boomy for music. I moved to a Paradigm PW-2200 from the KSW-12, and it was like night and day. The 2200 is a great sub. True, the SVS subs have great reviews, but I've never heard one. The 2200 even worked pretty darn well with my LaScalas. I just moved from the 2200 to the Servo-15. The Servo doesn't seem to put out *more* bass, but it's tighter and meshes better with my speakers. In the $400 market, the KSW-12 is a good sub. In fact, it's really good for HT use. In the under-$1000 market, the 2200 is tough to beat for either music or HT. Of course, when I hear the RSW-10 (for just under a grand) I may change my mind... Ross ------------------ "Time flies like an arrow. Fruit flies like a banana."

Gamer, The PW-2200's a *great* subwoofer, especially for the money. Not just a good value-priced sub, but a *great value*. For the money, it's very hard to beat in the commercial market and you've made a great choice. The PW-2200's only "failing" is that its ported design means it's not as punchy (percussive, sharp, quick... choose your own "fast" adjective here) as a sealed design. For most any speakers, the 2200's incredible. But, for the Heritage horn-loaded-bass-driver series of speakers, the 2200 might not mate as well as you'd like. I was quite impressed with my 2200's ability to work well with my LaScalas, but I ended up switching to the Servo-15 just for the quickness. There's not really any more bass output than the 2200, it seems, but it seems to keep up with the LaScalas better. I have no doubt, based on my audition of the RSW-15 on our Hope trip last February, that the new RSW subs will also have the speed to mate with the Heritage speaks. Anyway, back to the 2200... the 2200's the best I've heard for under a grand. Granted, I've not heard the SVS subs (TV and the SVS name have a great reputation for quality and performance). And, now that my local Klipsch dealer's advertising the RSW-10 (for $999) I'll have to go give it a comparative listen... Happy bass! Ross ------------------ "Time flies like an arrow. Fruit flies like a banana."

I was a bit surprised today to see my local Klipsch dealer advertising the RSW-10 sub (for $999, I think). I didn't realize they were out yet, so that is indeed good news. The 15 can't be far behind... Ross ------------------ "Time flies like an arrow. Fruit flies like a banana."

I, too, got a 200X3. Actually, I ordered mine from uBid before Doug, but due to some order-processing changeover at uBid (and my amp's week-long ride on a local FedEx truck) Doug got his first! Doug's right. This thing keeps playing for so long after it's turned off, that I walked over to check and see if I'd really turned it off. I'm quite happy with this amp. It sounds great already! Ross ------------------ "Time flies like an arrow. Fruit flies like a banana."

Thanks Mr. B! That's all I need... a visual of my new amp on some desert island. Of course, the resourceful cast away could use the wire from that large Acurus toroidal transformer to wind a generator armature (pulling the magnet from his favorite uBid Klipsch speaker, of course). Then, he could store energy in those large capacitors and use the spark to make fire... or for Morse code... or to ward off attackers. Hmmmm.... Not that any Acurus amp is likely to float to shore! Ross ------------------ "Time flies like an arrow. Fruit flies like a banana."

Boomer, sure pull up a chair! Actually, that's what we've used the few times the kids and I have braved the rustic atmosphere to watch a movie. We've got a small fridge for drinks, a microwave for popcorn (no room or money for the fancy "real movie popper" style) and some folding chairs. On another note... my new Acurus 200X3 amp is stuck in a FedEx truck somewhere for the holiday weekend. The driver apparently abandoned his route right before the weekend and my amp's sitting in the new driver's truck, all lonely and sad.... ------------------ "Time flies like an arrow. Fruit flies like a banana."

Akirk, RS-3's work great for wide-dispersion surrounds with the Heresy's. For a center, I'd sure try to get another Heresy. Then you'd have the perfect front array. If you want to pick up more of them, the Heresy's work great for surrounds too. But, I'd hold off on that. Give three Heresy's a try for the front, and RS-3's for surrounds. Later on, when you buy your corner horns, you might use the left and right front Heresy's as surrounds. My three Heresy II's started out as my front array. Now, one's the center between a pair of LaScalas. The other two Heresy's are music surrounds and I'll use the four RS-3s for movie surrounds. (You can see pics of my Heresy surrounds in another thread in this HT forum). Ross ------------------ "Time flies like an arrow. Fruit flies like a banana."

And, to add one more... Although I wouldn't buy the disc again, I appreciate the "different" nature of the Blueman Group's music. It's certainly not something I'd sit down to listen to more than a couple of times, but on track 9 there is an incredible low bass note that'll get your pantlegs shaking. It's very impressive. Ross ------------------ "Time flies like an arrow. Fruit flies like a banana."

Well, duh, Ross... Doug, you're absolutely right. Maybe it was wishful thinking for someone to get a deal, but I somehow read Keith's price as $149! And I was all excited for him... Sorry all. Ross ------------------ "Time flies like an arrow. Fruit flies like a banana."

I, too, recently picked up a Denon DVD-3300 and I'm loving it. I needed another interlaced DVD player, and didn't mind paying a bit more for the DVD-A capability. I picked up the Big Phat Band DVD-A and I'm quite impressed, indeed. The only downside is that I payed considerably more than the smoking deal Keith got... Less than $200, wow!! Mine, from uBid, was a bit under $400, but that's still much less than anywhere else I'd seen. Keith, where do you shop? Ross ------------------ "Time flies like an arrow. Fruit flies like a banana."

vp0, I was recently at a home electronics expo here in the Phoenix area, where several local HT dealers and reps set up systems in rooms at a local resort. Unfortunately, our local Klipsch dealer wasn't represented. My impressions, shared by my local Klipsch buddy, were that most of the really expensive speaker systems didn't sound as realistic and open as our Klipsch stuff. In fact, most of the systems sounded like, well, speakers. The only exceptions were the Paradigms, the James Loudspeakers and the new (expensive) JBLs. Of those that sounded good, only the Paradigms were comparable in price to the Klipsch. In fact, I think Paradigm is the only manufacturer that can approach Klipsch in value. And while the Paradigms are nice speakers, I think the Klipsch sound more like instruments. This is MHO, of course. I don't work for Klipsch, I don't sell Klipsch, I have no Klipsch stock (well, nobody does I guess). I just like their products. I can think of lots of Klipsch setups that would work GREAT for your HT. If you can give us some more info on your space, I'm sure you'll get lots of great suggestions. Welcome to the forum, Ross ------------------ "Time flies like an arrow. Fruit flies like a banana."

You guys, and gals, are great! Only here would I find this much understanding and support. Maybe I'm not that nuts, after all. Thanks! Dave, in answer to your serious question these LaScalas are a bit unique in that they were built with full front grills. It does help keep the sawdust out! (Serious note: there is absolutely no dust producing work done in this room - not with *my* prized HT stuff. This is just a temporary tool storage area) Ross ------------------ "Time flies like an arrow. Fruit flies like a banana."

Mr. Blorry, Your post appeared while I was typing the other reply. Actually, I wish my LaScalas were black too! I'd have never imagined those ole sailing skills would come in handy in the HT! The knot's an oxygen-free, oriented crystal bowline which creates an open soundfield and a deep bottom end... Ross ------------------ "Time flies like an arrow. Fruit flies like a banana."

Thanks for the kind words, thus far. This "home theater" is the result of moving into a new home and not having any room to put the AV equipment inside. That, of course, and an incremental "I'll just hook this up temporarily" attitude that's grown out of control... The wall on the right is new, partitioning off the future HT room from the two-car side of the garage. As soon as I get the outside storage room/shop done, I can get these tools out of here and start working on the interior room-within-a-room walls of the HT. Bryan, Nope it's not yet cooled. I have to move a door and insulate this space before I can connect it to the AC system. In the mean time, it's too warm to actually use yet. But, that may change in the next month or so. The room is smaller than I'd wish for, but better than nothing. With two rows of tiered seats, I should be able to seat 5-7. Here's what I've got so far: Denon AVR-5800 receiver Acurus 200X3 (on order from uBid right now) Klipsch LaScalas for fronts 3 Klipsch Heresy IIs for center and music surrounds Four RS-3s for movie surrounds Paradigm PW-2200 sub Denon 1500 CD player/recorder Denon DVD-3300 DVD-Audio player old NEC DP-1200 CRT projector (barely visible up top) old DWIN LD2 line doubler home-built HTPC The acoustics in this room stink - the saw blades resonate and create nasty harmonics... seriously though, there is far too much reflective surface in here right now (of course). But, it still sounds pretty darn good to me. Good enough that I'm all excited about finishing this thing off. All I need is more time and money! Ross ------------------ "Time flies like an arrow. Fruit flies like a banana."

Hello all, A few weeks ago, someone posted some pics of a very nice HT setup. It was a beautifully constructed and very well thought out home theater, but it was missing one thing... KLIPSCH! Well, for a few weeks now, my friend DougDrake (now, DD2 the sequel) has been urging me to post some pics of my HT. I'm pretty sure he's done so for the humorous replies they're sure to generate... Doug says the drill press adds to the acoustic character of the room. Anyway, for the amusement of my fellow forum members, here goes... Ross ------------------ "Time flies like an arrow. Fruit flies like a banana."

I, too, am glad to be able to buy the Acurus (Klipsch) stuff on uBid for *considerably* less than other sites (even counting their shipping). But, they've still not shipped an amp I "won" 11 days ago. They're apparently having some kind of trouble with a system upgrade and some orders get stalled - worse, they can't tell me when it will finally ship. Save money, but don't hold your breath... Ross ------------------ "Time flies like an arrow. Fruit flies like a banana."

Chucky, I can't help you with the cause of the failure, but I've recently replaced tweeter diaphrams (voicecoils) in my recently acquired pre-owned LaScalas. The diaphrams are relatively inexpensive and easy to replace, if you're handy with a small soldering iron. Unless your LaScalas are new and under warranty, you might consider doing the repairs yourself and avoiding the transportation and labor charges. There are others on the BB who have had MUCH more diaphram-replacement experience that me, so I'd defer to them* for more info. But, it certainly can be done at home. Best of luck, Ross * The "them" would include John Albright, Tony Reed, Al K, Trey, and a bunch of others... ------------------ "Time flies like an arrow. Fruit flies like a banana."

Dillon and Seb, I've been out of state, AFK for a few days. Thanks for the replies! Everything I've read about the PW2200 was positive, but I'd not seen any info on it's ability to mesh with Heritage Klipsches. I did go listen to it, and I was darn impressed. So impressed that I decided to enter uncharted waters and buy it. Of course, this was right before I left home so I've not really had a chance to play with it. I'll test it out and report more when I return home on the 23rd. Hasta and thanks, Ross ------------------ "Time flies like an arrow. Fruit flies like a banana."

Hi gang, I'm not not budgetarily able, nor having the patientocity, (how's *that* for making up words for effect!) to buy one of the new RSW-15's. Having a new subwoofer (read SVS) delivered to my door could cause some.... errr... "discussions" right now (subwoofers don't rank up there with backyard landscaping in everyone's eyes). I also don't have the time to make my own sonotube. So, I've been looking around and reading. I am really impressed with the Paradigm PW2200 I finally heard today. Really impressed! But, I'd really like input from anyone who's heard this sub with Heritage speakers. I'd be using it in a fairly small dedicated media/HT room (about 11' wide by 19' long) with a pair of LaScalas up front, Heresy IIs for center and rear music surrounds, and four RS-3s for movie surrounds. I really like the sound of the LaScalas with music, just as they are - usually. But, there are some music sources that need a bit more bottom end. I'm usually a jazz listener, but mix in the odd bit of Latin or New Wave (odd term for 20 year old music, I know - it's scaring me that I'm seeing my old favorites sold on TV "Best of the Oldies" sets). And of course, with movies, I need the subwoofer. Given all that, are there any of you with prior experience or input on this sub/speaker combo? Thanks all, Ross ------------------ "Time flies like an arrow. Fruit flies like a banana."

I had another thought that I'd left out (imagine that!) of my earlier post... SACD is supposed to, I think, reproduce frequencies up to 50K Hertz or so. Noise and hiss is supposed to be frequency shifted to the upper limits of that range, so that it's above the "audible" spectrum. With this in mind, maybe a speaker that can reproduce the upper limits of SACD isn't really a great idea after all? Ross ------------------ "Time flies like an arrow. Fruit flies like a banana."

Hi Troy, I, too, have a 5800. I've got Heritage speakers in my system and I think that even these old things are *fully* capable of accurately reproducing anything audible that SACD or DVD-Audio is going to send them. I had, for a couple of days, a DVD-Audio player but I returned it. I wasn't impressed and I think SACD's gonna win this turf war - but, until I'm a bit more sure, I'll save my money. The ultra-high-frequency material that SACD is able to send is above the hearing range of most people, but is supposed to provide more realisim and sense of space. I've not seen any reports of speaker damage from this source, so I'd not be too concerned about that. I don't buy the salesman's argument that only Sony speakers will work with these formats. Sony's heavily into SACD, so I'd not be surprised if they're advertising that their speakers are the best for this format. But, I can't accept that there aren't dozens of speaker manufacturers with products that'll blow Sony out of the water. The name Klipsch comes to mind... Ross ------------------ "Time flies like an arrow. Fruit flies like a banana."

Russtri, Before you get into modifications, can you let us know where you've got your Heresies placed? The placement has a HUGE effect on their sound. My Heresies sound great in corners or near a wall on the floor, but when I recently had to put them up on a shelf I was shocked by the total lack of bass. I really mean *total* lack of bass... it was an astonishing change in their otherwise great character. Placement and room acoustics should receive your attention before anything else (assuming you've not got something broken, of course). Ross ------------------ "Time flies like an arrow. Fruit flies like a banana."

I was pleasantly surprised a few weeks ago when a coworker of mine told me he'd seen the Klipsch logo in a new theater here in town. It struck him that this was the same speaker name I'd mentioned soooooo many times, and he took notice. It seems that this is an excellent marketing move on Klipch's part! Ross ------------------ "Time flies like an arrow. Fruit flies like a banana."

I had the chance to spend a couple of days in the Klipsch theater a few months ago, along with some of the group here. Klipsch had a pair of Jubilees mated with a Belle center. It was an INCREDIBLE setup! Even watching the Matrix on a smallish tube TV was a phenominal experience because of the incredible sound. This really proved to me how important sound is to the whole "movie-going" experience. When the Jubilees come out, I think the Belle or a LaScala would be the ideal center. I do like the way you think! Ross ------------------ "Time flies like an arrow. Fruit flies like a banana."

Belial, Don't think that, by getting the RB-5's, you'll be "giving up" any sound. They are phenominal little speakers! I've got a pair in black and I picked them because of their sound, and not because of the real wood veneer. They sound so nice, that I turned off the sub when I used them for music. And, with a sub, they're awesome little HT speakers. The only reason I'm not using them right now is that I've been on a Heritage kick after our little mecca to Hope a few months ago. They're sitting in a closet, because I can't bring myself to part with them - they're that good. I know I'll use them someday!! Do a search in these forums of "RB-5" and "magazine review" for some other posts. The RB-5 is a great speaker. Ross ------------------ "Time flies like an arrow. Fruit flies like a banana."