dsommerl

Thanks "eq" The display is a Mits 65907-----built into a cabinet me and a freind "created"---pretty proud of it--will take some jpegs and post it--has a removable bottom panel for that "built in" look---TV just rolls out One last Q---am I okay laying the Heresy on it's side at the CTR location?---and one of the sides on it's side vs upright (the other---R side needs to be upright)? HornEd--- Likewise---okay to vertically oreint the C7's if I use for back channels? (vs horizontally as designed)? Both of you all's "final answers" would be very appreciated---(so I can quit obcessing over this stuff--get back to work so I can spend some more $) Tks Dave S

HornEd Tks for your re read and reply----think I'll need 2 backs---won't I? (vs using the C7---or did you mean get a second C7---they seem to readily available on the open market).----my recv'r outputs two rear channels--L and R--- At any rate----going with 3 more Heresy II"s---I'd end up with an odd/extra one---can this be used as a single Back spkr? (if so--would I just connect either the left or right output?) Also---no problem in laying the HeresyII CTR on it's side (vs upright as it's designed)? Ole HornEd----I am obviously a novice at this--but am trying to avoid becoming a Klipsch warehouse in order to find the best set up (or a Kipsch broker)---look for all my bought and "unbought" stuff soon on EBay and elsewhere!---your continued patience and help are really appreciated (think I'm about at the final config decision phase) Dave S

quote: Originally posted by maxg: I have Heresy 2 fronts and am currently using phantom mode for the centre as I do not have room for another Heresy there. I tend to find that the dedicated centre channels are a better match for the RF range and the Legends than fro the Heresy's. As for rears I am waiting on a pair of RB5's that may or may not provide an adequate tonal match (much smaller than another pair of Heresy's). I'll let you know when I get them. Thanks MaxG so, I take it that you'd recommend another HereseyII for the CTR (if I didn't want to go the "Phantom route) vs the C7?---if so, could it be mouonted on it's side (so it could fit in the cabinet)? Further, you mention RB5's---is the rear mounted port a problem if these are mounted on or close to a wall (vs a sealed cab)? Again, I'm going for a 7.1 set up--so need 2 "sides" and 2 "backs"---the HereseyII's could work for the "sides---but are just too large for the back per my original post--so, would you go with a pair of Heresey's for the sides and then maybe RB5's in the rears---or go with the same spkr model for all 4 surrounds RB5's or whatever)?--OR---are there some discontinued book shelf models that would be even better for me (preferrably in an oak finish to match my rooms astethetics)? Your opines on this would be very appreciated Dave S

quote: Originally posted by HornEd: Dave, make no mistake! Manuel and Mike are giving you better advice than you realize. Upwards of 75% of the sound on a 5.1 (or above)DVD comes through the center channel atop your TV. Moreover, it is the focus point for the most critical sounds that tie into the action on the screen. It doesn't make a whole lot of sense to put something less than your mains in your main sound location. The discrete channels on 5.1 (and above) make much of the common lore about centers and surrounds obsolete... for that was based on "aural clues" sent to the surrounds and, often, matrixed center channel data to the center. But why spend the money to set up your great room for the sounds of a technically challenged yesterday? Divorce! Ooops, maybe you need to go to the two-channel part of this forum. (Please, I trust that you and your wife can appreciate that in the humorous vein in which it was solely intended) Personally, I think there is nothing better that six mains set to "SMALL" with a great subwoofer to make BASS happen in your corner of the world. Try playing something you like using the Phantom Channel option on your receiver. If your prime listening area is on axis with the center of your screen... you may be surprised at what you already have. Later today I should be posting the results of a test requested by T-man on the Home Theater section of this board. You are likely to find it very interesting. But always remember, in the end, it's your ears that count... ohh, and also the aesthetic opinion of your lady! HornEd Okay Ed----I could go with a Heresey II for my center and another pair for the side surrounds---however, just can't do it for the back channels---Those need to be 6-7 feet off the floor and on the back wall due to room config (they are just too bulky to hang on the wall in that location)--also the primary listening sofa has a high back necessitating back channel elevation for a good "line of sight"----The backs will be 8' or so from the sweet spot and 8'apart on the wall---(the sides will be 13' L and R from the "spot". So, what would be my alternative/s for the back surrounds in this config?? (also have the SVS 2039+ with amp on the way--for my ".1") As an alternative---I bought a KLF C7 in oak for a center---but can re sell it---as I bought it for $300(or should I keep it and use Heresey's for sides and ? for backs?-----or keep it and then what for the sides and backs??) Whew, this is making me tired, HornEd! Any pointer/s are appreciated. Dave S

Anybody out there from the St. Louis area willing to do a visit to my home for a Klipsch HT speaker selection consultation? Have an "odd ball" room and currently own some Klipsch but need to add on to complete a 7.1 set up. Thanks---Dave S-----GO RAMS GO!! This message has been edited by dsommerl on 02-02-2002 at 07:06 PM

Thanks---BUT----though large enough---this room is the main focal point of the house---and I need to make the ctr----and for sure the surrounds---much more inconspicuos than having Heresy's all over the place Anyway----aren't the surrounds supposed to be elevated above ear level?? (those Heresy's would take a whole lot of elevation--"lift") So, what about the more "traditional" CTR spkr and surround spkr configs---cabinet sizes--what would you suggest on those? Tks Dave S

Starting with a pair of Heresy II's as the front mains and a SVS sub (maybe 2)---driven by the Pioneer VSX 49TX (THX Ultra 2 reciever)----I need advice on which CTR and 4 surrounds I should go with----budget? (wiped that out $10K ago). BIG room---10' ceiling 27'X X 23' Advice---sincerely appreciated. Dave S

quote: Originally posted by myram: I have a pair of KG 1.5's in oak oil that I will trade you for your SS-1's. I am using the KG 1.5's as rear surrounds in my 7.1 system. They are in excellent condition and come with original box and packing. Email me at myram@angelfire.com if this is something that sounds of interest to you. Thanks but the KG 1.5's are rear ported and as such I don't believe should be not mounted on a wall which is where I need them---believe I need "sealed" cabs--correct me if I am wrong, Myram

I have SS-1's and am adding two back surrounds to complete a 7.1 set up---the fronts are Heresy II's and a KV-3 (think I should up grade the CTR?) My problem is the appearance (ugly) of the WDST (or whatever the technology is called) design and that the cabs and grills are all black---these need to hang on the wall Can someone suggest an older Klipsch model which was produced in a medium oak finish which would be a good match for at least my Heresy's???----my listening position is 13' from each side wall and 7-8' from the back wall (the backs need to be about 8' apart on the wall) Any help will be appreciated Tks Dave

Hello all Am in the final stages of putting my 7.1 set up to bed. Main application is Home Theater (vs music) Using Heresy II"s as main fronts and an older KV-3 CTR channel---the Klipsch tech said these fronts are a good match----own a pair of SS-1's---need the 2nd set of surrounds (for use a backs or "sides")--Also have a sub but that's another thread (JBL 12" I will replace--maybe SVS) Large room---overall 27 X 23--primary listening position is equal from side to side--about 13'--BAcks need to be about 6' from back wall to primary position and 8' apart--on the wall. Q 1--would you simply add another pr of SS-1's? Q 2--upgrade to RS3-II's for sides? (or do I need them to match the backs---would I need to buy 4 and sell the SS-1's?) Q 3--is the WDST technology that important to this set up (especially the sides since they're so far from the prime listen position) or would direct spkrs be better on the sides (maybe on the backs also?)---if direct spkrs are bette---then which Klipsch book shelves would best match this set up? Q 4 Klipsch tech said my KV 3 Ctr was a good match for the Heresy's-as well as the SS-1's "paper cones" and if I was to go up to the reference series I should go to the RS3-II's and replace the ctr with a RC3 CTR? Just installed the Pioneer 49TX----truly amazing product--the auto calibration is said to reduce the need for exact speaker matching-----so, do I even need to worry about Klipsch for the side and back surrounds? FINALLY----am scrambling to finish the set up for SUPER Sunday---want to make sure we can all feel those bone crunching RAMS hits Thanks for your patience with this long post--any and all replies are appreciated Dave S

Thanks Ross So, you think it's worth my while to trash my pair of SS-1's and buy into 4 RS-3's---have you auditioned the SS-1's??----again, my best cost option is to just buy another pair of SS-1's and be done with it---but per my post---common sense is now out thw window--guess I'll have to go out and hear for myself--if it's worth it Tks Dave

Thanks Doug Fortunately--I bot the Pioneer for about 2500 delivered---so I'm crazy but not 4200 nuts---not yet anyway Wife won't have all the big Heresy boxes spread out everywhere--plus confined by my cabinet---which I worked my B___ off completing----so need smaller alternatives Any further ideas? Tks Dave S

Hello All Installing a new Pioneer VSX 49TX "THX Ultra 2" recv'r tomorrow----my current set up are Heresey II"s as the front mains with an older KV-3 as the center and SS-1's as surrounds-----so now I need a pair of back channel spkrs----Just spoke with a tech at Klipsch---he said that he liked my current match up--and to only add another pair of SS-1's for the BAcks----his main reasoning was that all would then be paper cones--vs the Reference series---obviously this is my most cost effective solution----but---I am possessed and cost concerns are out the window! The only given is the Heresy II's as they are a perfect fit for the HT cabinet (also have a Mits 65907) The Tech also gave me his choices if I went the Reference Series route---RC-3 for the center--and RS-3's for ALL the surrounds---total of 4. Also have a JBL 12" powered sub in my current set up (will reserve judgement until I audition the new Pioneer 49TX. So, I welcome all advice on this-----should I just add the SS-1's and save the upgrade $ or GO FOR IT---with the Reference models-----(or something else in the Klipsch line up) This is a BIG room---27' side wall to side wall and 23' front/back walls ----10' ceiling with some open area to the kitchen and large hallway----sofa sits about in the middle of the room---so desired "sweet spot" is about 11 feet side to side wall and 6' from the back wall--- Whew-----thanks for reading this----and for any replys Dave S