Greedo12

Hi, I'm about to take the plunge and purchase an RSW-15. My question is regarding the power requirements for this sub - should I be considering running in a separate circuit for this beast, or should it be ok sharing the line with other, less power hungry, components. I don't mind turning off the lights whilst watching films, but I'd like to be able to switch them back on again afterwards, without having to replace a fuse. Any thoughts anyone? System: ATI-2502 Denon AVR-4800 RS-7 surrounds RB5-II fronts KLF-C7 centre REL Strata sub - but not for much longer - the old boy just can't keep up

Hey Justin, Thx for the info. Taking a quick squint on ebay, there's a few Sony receivers going cheap - most range around 8ohm / 100watts per channel, which would mean an early death for the PM satellites if they were driven hard. I'm still wondering about the cost of getting a semi-decent receiver vs the cost of repairing the PM v2.400's vs the cost of upgrading the whole thing to PM5.1/Logitech Z560's. Of course, if I just upgrade, then I'll have the 4 'spare' satellite speakers just sitting around, not doing much. They could always be relegated to duty in the garden I suppose. I've got a complete Klipsch HT setup, so I'm ever-so slightly biased towards the Klipsch sound, and would prefer to stick with them. Either way, I'm not keen (actually I am, but the wife isn't) to spend too much $$$ on the solution to this problem. Any final suggestions before I splash some cash?

I do have home insurance for the house, however I think that making a claim for this small(ish) amount would not be worth the possible increase in insurance premium - you know how insurance companies work these days! ) If it had zapped my pc at the same time, then yes, I would be on the phone immediately (although not during the next storm)

I suspect that the sub was probably zapped during the storm, therefore it'll probably be heading for the garage/dumpster fairly soon I'll just be using the satellites with the receiver, along with the sub from my HT. Any thoughts on suitable receivers that won't overload these little speakers? These are 4ohm right?

Hi, I've had the promedia v2.400's almost since they were released a few years ago. I've not had a problem with them. I've recently moved into a new house, and during the first week, we had a huge thunderstorm - since then they have stopped working. No power, or sound at all. I suspect that the control pod and/or amp has blown up. I've tried replacing the fuse, but no joy. These speakers are obviously out of warranty, so instead of coughing up the dough and wasting time on repairs, I'm considering buying a cheap(ish) 5.1 amp to power the satellites. Any thoughts/ideas on suitable models? This is purely for PC use. No need for a sub as I'll be upgrading my HT and using my existing one from there. Thanks for your help!

I have a KLF-C7 and am in the process of upgrading various speakers in a HT environment. The current setup includes RB5-II's for a front pair, and RS-7's for side surrounds. The eventual goal is to relocate the 5's to rear surround duty, and to add RF-7's as the front pair. My question is, would you recommend that the centre channel be "upgraded" to the RC-7? Will the sound be noticably different? More of a tonal match for the Reference line? Thanks in advance for your help.

I've got a Denon avr-4800 receiver, but I'm sure the 5700 is very similar. Keep the TV on the s-video input. On the receiver, first select CD (or whatever audio source you want), then press the "video select" button on the receiver. Keep pressing it as it toggles thru all the video sources. That's it.

I've recently ordered a pair of RB5-II's and the dealer mentioned that the medium cherry finish has been replaced by mahogany. Can anyone at Klipsch confirm if this the case?