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Just want to point out, the Integra DTR-9.9 is the same receiver as the Onkyo TX-NR906. Bench tests should be on par with the Integra. I am very interested to see what ATI really has in store for the B&K line. They have indicated that they will still manufacture the amps the way B&K has been doing so. I really hope so because I like the sound, power and build quality of B&K amps. Bill

Mr Tech, While many on the forum enjoy their Yamaha/Klipsch combos, they don't have your ears. I happen to have your NAD T 753's big brother the T 773 and think it is the best sounding HT receiver I have ever heard. I am so impressed with the sound(HT and music), I may one day step up to a NAD pre/pro or one of their HDMI receivers. I say if you like the sound of NAD and can afford it, get one of their newer receivers. The Yamaha you are considering may be more feature packed but may fall short where it counts most(to me), sound(to your ears). Here is one suggestion. http://www.spearitsound.com/nad/T765.asp Bill

Just click on the 2nd link I posted. Here it is again. Just click on link and then click on individual pdf. links at top of each page. http://community.klipsch.com/forums/p/103160/1041324.aspx#1041324 Glad to help. Your thanks really goes to forum patriarch Colterphoto1(Michael), he put all these together for our enjoyment. Bill

Paddler, Welcome to the forum. I have had really good luck(success) with 80's/90's Denon and Onkyo Integra integrated amps with my Forte's, Quartet's, Heresy's. Good build quality with plenty of ooomph down low and detailed in the mid/highs. Here are a couple on Audiogon.com that I have been salivating over. 50 plus pound high-current Denon monster http://www.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?intatran&1296266929&/Denon-pma-2000ivr-good-mm/mc-p 40 plus pound Onkyo Integra http://www.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?intatran&1296757862&/Onkyo-a9911-int.-amp-90/140-wp Don't forget about NAD. This amp with the phono preamp module will easily keep you under $1500.00. http://www.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?intatran&1293731690&/NAD-C375BEE-Integrated-Amp-wit Bill

The RF-63/83/7II/RC-64/64II all have real wood veneers while the lesser models have vinyl veneer. No sound difference with wood veneers just an image of better quality parts and finishes. Bill

Ryan970, Welcome to the forum. One rule of thumb(at least on this forum), get the best(largest) speaker you can afford. The upgrade bug is very contagoius and you don't want to get your speakers home only to ask the question "what if?". Bill

DANGERDAN, Welcome to the forum. I am not from the production team nor am I an employee but for what it's worth, I would get the RF-83's over the new RF-82 II's for many reasons. Real wood veneer, made in Hope, Arkansas, better components, last years flagship Reference model, Youthman(Michael) loves his.[][Y] Hopefully someone with some technical background will chime in. Bill

The Denon AVR-4310CI you mentioned looks pretty sweet. My suggestion would to get one of Denon's upper tier receivers from a year or two ago and ad an outboard amp. You probably would come in cheaper that way with overall better performance. For some reason, it does look like the Onkyo philosophy is to offer more features than better amps these days. The flagship models of just a couple of years ago(ex. Integra DTR-9.9) had all the bells and whistles and top notch amps and power supplies. Look at this bench test: Integra DTR-9.9 A/V Receiver: HT Labs Measures HT Labs Measures Five channels driven continuously into 8-ohm loads: 0.1% distortion at 158.3 watts 1% distortion at 180.5 watts Seven channels driven continuously into 8-ohm loads: 0.1% distortion at 137.7 watts 1% distortion at 158.1 watts Analog frequency response in Direct mode: –0.07 dB at 10 Hz –0.02 dB at 20 Hz +0.06 dB at 20 kHz –2.50 dB at 50 kHz Analog frequency response with stereo signal processing: –0.33 dB at 10 Hz –0.11 dB at 20 Hz –0.36 dB at 20 kHz –53.03 dB at 50 kHz Bill

If I were you, I would get the best(largest) you can afford of the Reference IV's(RF-52, RF-62, RF-82, etc.) over the lesser(smaller) of the new models. As far as 2-channel listening without a sub, the RF-52's will do a fine job and most likely better than a larger bookshelf speaker(RB-61, RB-81). http://hometheaterreview.com/klipsch-rf-52-floorstanding-loudspeakers-reviewed/ Bill

Maybe a bad connection but unplug those RF-63's right now. Check the speaker wires/connections and RCA connections from your source. Bill

Henryk, I don't know if the RB-35's are better than the RB-3's but with the Ref. III series, the design did change both in components and looks. The RB-35 is front ported so it might function better as a rear surround or front height speaker. Bill

Tyler78, Welcome to the forum. Nice pair of speakers. I think your choice of the Onkyo TX-NR708 is a good one. I have the 3 year old TX-SR705 and have been very pleased with its performance and reliability. No hiccups at all, not even one. If $$$ will allow, you could step up to the TX-NR808. It has better DAC's, beefier chassis, stronger amps and power supply. Here is a link to a very reputable Onkyo Factory Authorized online merchant. http://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/ONKTXNR808/Onkyo/TX-NR808-7.2-Channel-3-D-Ready-Network-A/V-Receiver/1.html Bill

Sorry to hijack this thread. Multiple systems are a result of obsessively scanning and searching C-list, A-gon, E-bay, Y-sales, T-stores and finding crazy bargains that are hard to pass up. Eventually you will purge what gear you don't want to recoupe $$$ to find what you do want to keep. Before you know it you will have a system in every room(okay maybe not you but me) and some rooms with multiple systems. Cool thing is in my case, my wife doesn't mind all the gear as long as I keep everything neat and tidy. She is amazed(so am I) at how good things sound for so little $$$ spent. With all of the buying and selling over time, all the gear I have will eventually be free. I am currently only about $1000.00 in the hole. Bill

Double post. Bill

I think room acoustics may be the main factor here. My Quartet's and Forte's both have very smooth and define midbass when powered by my Marantz 2252B as well as other frequencies. The room is 13 x 13 x 10 with carpet, drapes, queen bed with comforter and shams, with speakers 2 feet from corners and 12 inches from rear wall toed in 20 degrees. Very good imaging as well as a huge soundstage. Equally smooth and detailed at low or high volumes. Remember here we are talking vintage Marantz with 2 ways and 3 ways so many variables to consider. Just my experience. Bill

Wuchak, Is this what you are asking for? http://community.klipsch.com/forums/storage/4/1041388/Chorus.pdf Bill http://community.klipsch.com/forums/p/103160/1041324.aspx#1041324

Just a thought here. Maybe seller will ship. Driver can be purchased from Klipsch Parts. http://sandiego.craigslist.org/ssd/ele/2081198948.html If a no go for the RC-3, RC-62 over RC-35. Bill

Dentnshell, Welcome to the forum. In my opinion what is important is not which is a better center channel, it is which is a better match to your RF-3II's. And that would be the RC-3/RC-3II. With that said, if it has been a tough road finding one in your price range, the RC-35 or RC-62 are other choices that might pull it off. JMO. Bill

Great score. I have a Marantz 2252B powering a pair of Quartet's(speaker A) and a pair of Heresy's(speaker and I get more amazed every time I pop in a CD. It also sounded great when I had my Forte's and my RB-5's hooked up. What do you mean by affordable? Used or new? Bill

Nice receiver, I am sure it does a nice job especially with your Emo. Klipsch makes nice subs but there are better out there for less $$$. Billl

Timothydn, Welcome to the forum. We have another convert on board(thankfully not from the B$$E camp). As a matter of fact we welcome them too. Great setup. I had the RB-35's and RC-62 before my RF-63's and RC-64(the upgrade bug might just bite you so be careful). Come to think of it I have owned two pairs of RF-35's. Plenty of bass for a bookshelf and very detailed. Get a good sub and your setup will be even better. What electronics are you going to use with them? Good luck, Bill

Sorry to complicate things more but here are (2) more options from a reputable authorized online merchant. These higher end Onkyo's have better power supplies, better DAC's, and a better preamp section than the low and mid level models. Factory refurbished. http://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/ONKTXSR876BLK/Onkyo/TX-SR876-THX-Ultra2-Plus-140-watts-channel-7.1-Receiver/1.html New, old stock. http://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/ONKTXSR876BLKA/Onkyo/TX-SR876-THX-Ultra2-Plus-140-watts-channel-7.1-Receiver-NEW/1.html Another thing to point out, the Onkyo TX-NR808 weighs 40.3 pounds while the Onkyo TX-SR876 weighs 50.9 pounds. Usually that weight difference is in power supply. Just a thought. Bill

No personal experience with either but the Chorus is front ported while the Chorus II has a rear 15 inch passive radiator. Pedicures, massages, etc.[] It's a trade off. She has a high tolerance WAF. [Y] Thanks for the kind words. I only started this hobby(obsession) 3.5 years ago. Key is to look(hunt) for great deals and then pounce. Sell unused gear to recoupe $$$. Orlando is only a about 2.5 hours by plane. Bill

Dykstrajl, Welcom to the forum. I have a Marantz 2252B that I have used with Forte's, Quartet's, Heresy's, and RB-5's. All sound incredible with the Marantz. Many on this forum use vintage Marantz with all the Heritage speakers and the "Extended Heritage" speakers(Forte I&II, Chorus I&II, Quartet) with great results. I like the idea of vintage with vintage for the nostalgia effect and decor also. For a room your size, the Forte I or II will work just fine but the Chorus II or Cornwall I or II or III might just be better. My Forte's have no problem filling my 16W x 31D x 12H room but I am sure the Chorus II's would do it better. Bill