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Just saw your post in "Let's see YOUR Home Theater" topic. So I'm assuming you are buying it?

Let's break it down... Retail prices below RF-62 ($800) RC-62 (450) 1650-C ($300 that is a guess since they do not list retail prices for them on Klipsch website) RW10d (500) Total Retail Price = $2050 Dealer Price = $1579 That's close to 25% off retail. Not sure how much more you could get off from that. I can't recall what your budget was.

Remember, just because he gives you a price doesn't mean that you cannot offer him less. Worst he can say is no.

I think for your theater room, I would definitely go with the Reference Line. Did you try using the Dealer Locator? Might could go this route using Vanns.com... RB-35 - $218.00 (currently out of stock though) RC-35 - $299.00 RS-35 - $229.00 Looks like a pretty good bang for your buck setup. That would leave you with plenty for a receiver and a kickin sub. Not sure how the RB-35 compares with the RB-81. They both use an 8" woofer. As always, FREE shipping with Vanns.

I bought a new CD (Jeremy Camp Live). It is a CD/DVD combo. When I insert the DVD, I hear music on the menu screen but when I play the concert, no sound is heard and my HK AVR55 shows English PCM. I have my Sony RDR-GX330 DVD Recorder/DVD player hooked up to the HK via Digital Coax. Even when I switch to stereo, no sound is heard. On the back of my DVD player, it says "PCM/DTS/Dolby Digital" next to the the Digital Coax output. I went into the audio settings on the DVD player and changed the Digital Coax setting from Dolby Digital to D-PCM but that did not work. I can get it to play in Dolby Prologic (blah) and in 3 Channel Stereo. It will not play in Stereo either. What am I missing here? Do I have to hook up the Analog RCA Out as well as the Digital Coax?

I hope not. I somehow went from being interested in the RB-61 and now have found myself "upgrading" before I even bought them all the way to the RF-83 setup. Still waiting on them to arrive. Really hoping I can find out something on Monday.

This one sold for $1150 This one for $1375

You have a huge room to work with. If you are looking for bookshelf for mains, might want to look at the RB-81's. I've heard the RB-61's and they sound really nice. Not much bottom end. The RB-81's, RC-62, RB-61, and the RW-12d retail for $2300. You can get them cheaper than that through your local dealer (probably 15 - 25% off retail), especially if you are buying a package deal. That would leave you with $500 for a receiver and with the list that I gave you earlier, you would probably be set. I think that would be a great setup for a $2500 budget. Do you want all new? If new isn't a requirement, you can get some good deals on older models. Anyone else have any opinions?

Nope, I have never heard anything other than the Klipsch Reference. Maybe we could hook up sometime and you could take me to "old school".

I have actually never heard any of the Heritage speakers. I am only listened to theReference line. $350/pr is a good price.

Isn't it good to know that Klipsch speakers are made for life. [] 20 year old speakers and still kickin strong (at high volumes I'm sure).

This is probably not the write question to ask. Some here would say get the Jubilees! Others would recommend the Klipschorns, some would say RF-7's or RF-83's.... If you can answer the following questions, it will help us out in making suggestions: 1. How large is your room? 2. How large is your screen? 3. What percentage do you listen to Music and Movies (ex. 25% music, 75% movies)? 4. What is your new budget? 5. Are there any limitations with WAF (Wife Approval Factor)? Personally, I prefer the Reference line. They look nicer and have a fuller sound to them. In general, the Reference Series is more expensive than the Synergy Series so again, your budget will help determine which direction you should lean towards.

Most definitely use my 15" Velodyne with CD's as well as for movies. Mas is correct. Try "In the Arms of an Angel" without a sub, then with your sub. Huge difference. If you have your speakers all balanced properly, the sub will enhance the sound, not overpower the fronts.

Sounds like a good plan to me. Be sure to post pics once you get it setup.

Yes, Plant City is 20min east of Tampa and 5 minutes west of Lakeland.

Have to agree with you there. Funny thing is I feel the same way about Denon receivers. [] I lov the look of the Yamaha RX-V2700, RX-V3800 etc. Very sleek and elegant IMO. Regardless, you have a kickin system and I'm sure you are enjoying every minute of it. []

Yep. All of the receivers I listed in the other forum were found on Vanns and have direct links to each of those products on Vann's website.

Yeah, I guess they think that if they just hook up the best Klipsch that they have together it will sound the best. I'm sure there is a reason why they do not carry the RC-62....who knows.

I have heard great things about the RB-81's but have never heard them myself. Looking at the specs on Klipsch website, they possibly have the same horn, they have the same sensitivity, made in the same year and are similar drivers other than the diameter of them. The RF-62's have a low bass response 38Hz vs 46Hz of the RB-81. Two 6 inch woofers have more surface area than one 8 inch woofer. That might explain why the lower frequency response. Again, I think I would still lean towards the towers instead of the bookshelf speakers. Few things you need to think about: 1. What is your budget. If it is going to stretch you too much to go with the RF-62 setup, either wait and save a little more or get the RB-81 setup. 2. Have you listened to both setups? If not, I would call them to see if you can come by and A/B compare them. Even if they cannot setup the entire system, maybe they can setup the Front Speakers and the subs. 3. Personally I think the upgrade to the 12d sub and the RC-62 would be worth the extra $400. 4. Ultimately, what do your ears tell you. What sounds best to you? You will be listening to this in your living room...not me or anyone else here (unless we get an invitation from you and maybe a plane ticket) [] Let us know what you decide.

Welcome to the forums! I posted several budget receivers that you might consider in this thread.

Thx for the reply. I was just curious. You did your homework, found what you liked and that's all that matters. I am jealous either way you would have gone. [] I'm slowly working on my system....

Glad to hear you are enjoying your 83's. Just curious...with a price tag of 5k for the 5308, why not go separates at that point?

Be sure to upload some pics of your setup.