DON480

Curious how the new Forte iii will compete with the rf7iii?

No the original rf7 and rf7ii does not have a slant. I have auditioned the rf7ii and rp280f side by side and I have to say the rp280f has a more neutral sound. The highs are not as peircing. The RF-7 (ii) highs can somewhat be tamed with a warmer sounding equipment and good room treatment. However, I assume the new RF-7iii will probably have tamed highs which will be more room friendlier and easier to equipment match. I'm purchasing a used pair of rf7ii for now until the rf7iii are released. I've heard Klipsch is known for long delays in release of new products.

Hi guys, I am new to this thread and I have some questions for you Klipsch fans. I am planning to purchase the Ultra2 THX system minus the subs. I will doing a 7.2 setup and using KS-525 for my side surrounds but I am having a difficult time choosing between the KS-525 vs KL-525 for the rear surround. I feel the KS-525 is more versatile as far as seating position but I don't want to hinder SQ either. Any thoughts? Also, I am in the market for a seven channel amplifier to power these speakers and I would like some recommendations please. I have researched so many amps and the more I read the more of a headache I get because you can find good and bad for all amps and so many mixed opinions. I don't hundred percent trust professional reviews either. I have owned the Emotiva XPR-1 in the past and I liked the amps as far as SQ but it did have a low level hum that I did not like. I called Emotiva and they told me that it was normal. I am looking for a dead quiet amp that runs cool. Outlaw sounded good until I read that they run extremely hot. I live in Arizona and it gets really hot already during the summers. What are your thoughts on the NAD M27 or Sunfire TGA-7401 with the Ultra2? Has anyone tried these combos or what are you guys powering your Ultras with? I prefer an amp with balanced connections to pair with my Marantz AV8802a.