[Larger Cabinet for Heresy]

DJK, do you remember what your port dimensions were for the 5,000 cu in box?

 

From what I gather the Tangent 400's are approximately 5400 cu in with two ports that are 3 in diameter and 5 in long each. 

 

What software are most folks here using for speaker cabinet design?

 

If your wanting approx the same tune on a 5 cuft box it would be around 42hz, 2 3" X 5.5 will get you there. That is approx what your 5" long ports get you in the 5.4 Cuft box if you take off about .3 displacement for drivers etc. Might be more but just throwing it out there.

WinISD is a good free program to use.

[Next Best after RF-7 ii?]

Question. Can you order stuff from diysoundgroup.com?

 

I could, shipping would be on the high side for sure add quit a bit.

What would you consider off there? Only one I found that would fit my space and be a upgrade IMO (for the size/space) would be the 1099 which have been out of stock forever.

[Next Best after RF-7 ii?]

If the RF 7 II's are to large, a lot of the suggested speakers are also large and may not pass the WAF.    Ever consider some bookshelf Palladium?  There are other kick butt  bookshelf systems that can be put together.

 

I actually measured today to see if any of the others will fit, it was late last night and didn't actually break out the tape. lol

 

I can indeed "just" fit the width of the RF-7ii but the $6500 upgrade cost for the front 3 still wont fly with the wife.

 

I can fit the RP-280F max so I will go have a look/listen to the RP-260F and see how those are go from there on those.

 

I have seen b stock new RF7ii's go for right around $1800us... shop around OP

 

Nope not in Canada, best price is $2200 a speaker plus tax. Most places wont ship and if they do the shipping and duty would add up to equal.

http://www.capitalsound.ca/Klipsch-RF-7ii-Black

 

 

If the RF 7 II's are to large, a lot of the suggested speakers are also large

 

This is true.  Looking at another rear ported large tower wouldn't make much sense.  

 

But, I don't see why it wouldn't fit.  You're only looking at 1.5" deeper than your current speakers.  Surely space isn't that tight.  

 

 

Yeah it's pretty tight. And the size will fit as I said on the RF-7 just not the cost.

 

Here is where they would need to go, either side of the screen is AT cloth grills top to bottom. Don't mind the mess and the 15" has been sold off and been replaced by 2 JL 13W7 run off NU600DSP and one 12W7 run off a NU3000DSP.

 

 

[Next Best after RF-7 ii?]

If the RF 7 II's are to large, a lot of the suggested speakers are also large and may not pass the WAF.    Ever consider some bookshelf Palladium?  There are other kick butt  bookshelf systems that can be put together.

 

Hmm good call on the size of the RP-280F, didn't realise it was that deep. Width isn't a issue with that one it's only 1" wider than the RF-35's I currently have, but 4" deeper might be a issue. I'll have to check.

Not looking at going bookshelf already have RF-35's, we can't get the Palladiums here anyway.

[Next Best after RF-7 ii?]

How much is $1,800 in Canadian currency compared to the US dollar?

 

Currently about $1360 ish, it's not a bad price. About $2150 USD for the front 3 RF series after taxes. Would be nice to be able to at least hear them. How much different are they form the RP-260F? Those are a stocing item.

[Next Best after RF-7 ii?]

???

Where are you at? You should be able to get RF-7ii's for less than $3k.

Anyway, second best Reference models would be the Original RF-7s and the RF-83s.

If you want new speakers, it would be the RP-280f.

 

Canada. Best price in town is $4400 plus tax for 2 RF-7ii and $1750 plus tax for a RC-64.

 

pair of RP-280F are $1800 plus tax. RP-450C $900 plus tax

[Next Best after RF-7 ii?]

Honestly, you can't go up much higher than your current RF-35s.

I personally think your only significant moves would be to some new RP-280f's or RF-83s.

The RF-82 is hardly an upgrade at all. I'd actually consider it a slight downgrade.

 

So the RF-35's are on pare with the 82's and 82 II's ?

 

Any better center channel to match with the 35's? The RC-35 is to me very limited. I talked to you about this, RC-7 right.

 

Are the new RP-280f's good for HT, big soundstage? I can't even listen to those without ordering them in $1800 for the pair, 20% restocking fee if I don't like them. :/ Sucks to be in Canada.

[Next Best after RF-7 ii?]

Best is a tough one to define.

 

I happen to think the RF-63's are about the most musical of the bunch but some may think otherwise.  RF-83's trump the 63's for HT but when it comes to accuracy with music, I think the 63's have the edge.  Some prefer the original RF-7's for HT over all Reference speakers produced.  Some think the RF-7II's are best of all worlds.

 

See what I mean, "best" is hard to define.

 

Bill

 

Sorry, yes bad term to use I guess.

I guess I mean what is your opinion (whoever answers) the next best for Home theater after the RF-7ii's. I reely liked them and I am sure they would be fantastic, just too large for my space and the $4400 for 2 fronts and $1750 for a center to match would be never pass the wifes OK.

[Next Best after RF-7 ii?]

What would be the next best Reference model to the RF-7ii's? Out of all the models out there new or used? I want to upgrade my front stage which is currently RF-35's and RC-35, bought those when they were first brought out.

100% HT

Can't fit the RF-7ii's in the space I have and $4400 for 2 speakers is a no go with the wife. :/

 

[Klipsch crossovers]

Anyone happen to have a schematic for the RC-64? Or maybe a source to buy one? Thanks

[Lets see YOUR Home Theater:]

Youthman, I wouldlove to leave my speakers "naked" but it would destract from the film experience so I have it all blacked out. There will be a door infront of my equipment cabinet soon, in matching fabric/framing.

Great to here about the house, nothing like owning your own house. I bought my first one (townhouse) three years ago, sold it about 3 months ago and bought the house I have my theater in now. Your going to love doing whatever your wife lets you do to the new place.

Clinton

[Lets see YOUR Home Theater:]

Thanks Youthman,I built a frame out of 1" square cedar and stretched GOM cloth over it. It's stapled on the rear and then velco on the cover, the main frame is covered with dense black carpet which works great as the other part of the velco.

Clinton

[Lets see YOUR Home Theater:]

Thanks guys, it was a quick and fairly cheap build the only way I could get the wife to agree.

Arky, yeah the treasdmill gets used almost every day. Not by me mind you by my wife.

Jacksonbart, which side? The one by the equipment rack is a airbrushing of Superman I did and framed. The other wall is one I did of the Justice Leauge Iabout 2 yers ago, it's 4'X8'

Clinton

[Lets see YOUR Home Theater:]

ThoughtI'd throw up a few pics of my little theater built on the cheap. I started with a set of Quintet III's and a HK 5.1 amp, decided to upgrade rather quickly. Here's what I have for equipment as of today, most likely to change in the next month or so again knowing me.

Klipsch RF-35's , RC-35, RS42's, RSX-4's for 7.1 not installed yet

Denon AVR-888

Behringer EP1500 running 2 12" pioneer till I deside which real subs to buy

PS3 for blu ray

Toshiba HD-A20 for HD-DVD

Optoma HD65 (720p)

110" BOC DIY screen

3 seat leather theater chairs, will be adding a second row/riser soon

http://nacdsm.org/gallery2/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=194646&g2_serialNumber=2

http://nacdsm.org/gallery2/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=194649&g2_serialNumber=2

http://nacdsm.org/gallery2/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=194675&g2_serialNumber=2

http://nacdsm.org/gallery2/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=194678&g2_serialNumber=2

And a few screen shots, if anyone wants to see more here's a link to my gallery.

http://nacdsm.org/gallery2/main.php?g2_itemId=74680&g2_page=2

http://nacdsm.org/gallery2/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=194684&g2_serialNumber=2

http://nacdsm.org/gallery2/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=194687&g2_serialNumber=2

Clinton

[Denon AVR-988 not recognizing subwoofer]

Not quit the same but I have the Denon AVR-888 and I'm very happy with the sound. Mind you I just started into this venture (Home Theater) I still think it sounds amazing. I run a set of RF-35's RC35 and RS-42's with it and it was smooth sailing to setup with the audyssey mic, had to bump the sub output but that's just my taste I would think. The only issue I had with the Denon was the setup menu for the assignable inputs. I had to reread the manual a few times to get the hang of assigning the right video/audio source to the proper inputs. Once done it's working great, have a HD-DVD player, Sony PS3 and A HD PVR running off 2 HDMI and one Component in out to onw HDMI port to the projector. It scales the video nicely as well at 110". Hope that helps you a bit.

Clinton

[RPW-10 VS. RW-10]

Anyone? Just want to know if it's worth the hassle of returning and buying the RW. Thanks.

Clinton

[RPW-10 VS. RW-10]

Anyone have an opinion onif there would be any differnce between these two? I have the RPW-10 right now but I have the option of returning it within the next week for the same price I can buy the RW-10 on sale right now. The specs say they are the same spl but the RW-10 seems to go lower? Any thoughts?

Clinton

[Klipsch vs Bose?]

I just went through basically the same thing. Went from a Samsung HTIB to a set of book self Infinity setup to a Plok 5.1 setup then to the QuintetII's. These where all bought from BestBuy and returned within a few days of each. The Quintet's was pretty good but after going back to a differnt store with the Klipsch Refrence series and having a listen they went back. I now have a RF-35 setup and can't see having to buy anything better in the near future. They cost about 4 times the Quintet's but they were IMO worth the extra and the fact that I shouldn't have to upgrade and loose the $$ I sent on something that would maybe get me by. Just thought I'd throw a newbie opinion in the mix.

Clinton

[How far back for rears on 7.1?]

Finally got my new speakers all setup, have the RF-35's with RC-35 up front. Surrounds are RS-42's and bought the RSX-4's for the rear surrounds. Have the fronts and surrounds all setup but wanted opinions on how far back I can go with the rear surrounds? This is in a 10'X28' room, the surrounds are about half way which is where the seating is. Can the rear surrounds go on the back wall or is that to far? I have a drop ceiling so mounting will have to be fabricated if I go forward of the rear wall. Thanks for any opinions or info.

Clinton

[First Reference series buy, which ones?]

Went back again today to make a deal, listened to them all again, of course changed my mind again. The manager said he'd do the sale price on the RF-35's(was over on the 24'th) if I bought a full setup. So I ended up spending $1800 tax in, that's a $970 savings form there retail. I know we get hosed in Canada, but what do you do. So here's what I'll be picking up on Friday when the get them in store.

RF-35's, RC-35 and a set of RS-42's. I'll be pushing those RS-42's the rear of the 7.1 in another month or 2 and geting a set of 52's. I'll post up some pics of my setup when I get the speakers all setup. Thanks again for the help.

Clinton

[First Reference series buy, which ones?]

I'm going to pick up the RF-62's this week some time and I might opt out of the second set of ss.5's in favor of the RC-62. Do you guys think going 5.1 instead of the7.1 setup will be that much of a difference? I'm also going to try and get the guy to come down a bit since I'm buying a full setup, I hope 10%.

Clinton

[First Reference series buy, which ones?]

Thanks guys, yes I've listened to both and in the Glass cage they have them installed in it's hard to tell the difference. I thought the RF-35's sounded bright but that's kind of what I liked about the Klipsch. Those prices might seem a bit high but I'm in Canada and these are actually about 10% less than anywhere I've looke on my end of Canada. I really hate buying online so buying intown is tha only way to go. The RC62 is going for $629 so it ups the price pretty much out of my range, I had a hard time convincing th wife to go the full $1900, over $2000 would be a no go I believe. Thanks again I think i'll go have one more listen.

Clinton

[First Reference series buy, which ones?]

Hi to al, I currently have the QuintetIII setup and want to upgrade to the Reference series and I've got the go ahead from the wife. Right now the RF-35 and RC-35 combo is on sale in town for $1300, I would pair these with 4 synergy SS.5 surrounds for an additional $300. I have a Denon AVR-788 7.1 receiver to powerr then with. And the second option would be to go with the RF-62 fronts and RC-52 center for $1600 which would also be paired with the 4 SS.5 surrounds. Any opinions on if the RF-62's are worth the extra $300 or would the RF-35's with the 8's be a better option? This is going to be run in a dedicated theater room 10'X28' with a 110" screen, also have a Klipsch 10" powered sub to go with the system. Any help would be great as the deal for the 35's is over tonight. (just saw the add) Thanks.

Clinton