Tim

It has been suggested to use a third RB-61 II, instead of a dedicated "center speaker" like the RC-62 II. Any thoughts on that?

I like your idea with AT screen and 3 RB-61. My ceiling is very low (7'), and you mention a VERY good point about controlling reflection with the 90 x 60 horn vs 90 x 90. hmmm. With RB-61, i would have to orient them vertically, and not on side, under the screen. ok. What if I could fit them under the screen vertically? Concerns with AT screen: 1) "assumed" it degrades picture somewhat at our viewing distance (11 feet) but I don't know, since I've never had one to compare. 2) cost. I would like to do 100" wide screen (115" drag.), and need to stay under budget ($700).

You have owned both the RP-160 and the RB-61 II ? That's awesome. - Can you be more specific as to what you mean by the RP-160 is better all around? - How does the "brightness" compare? - I have heard the R-15 and liked the brightness with the plastic horn tweeter. I don't want to mellow it too much. - What do you think about the forward firing port question, in my application? Thanks so much.

I do not have screen yet. Concerns with AT screen: 1) "assumed" it degrades picture somewhat at our viewing distance (11 feet) but I don't know, since I've never had one to compare. 2) cost. I would like to do 100" wide screen (115" drag.), and need to stay under budget ($700). - Center speaker: planning to match center to L & R in same series, (or use same speaker)? - sub is planned for 10" Klipsch

I am new to the forum and would like advice on two speakers. RB-61 II and the RP-160M. I am building small home theater in basement. 100 inch screen on a false wall with storage behind. I want to mount bookshelf speakers behind wall on either side of screen or possibly below. I will cutout a rectangular opening and slide the speakers flush and put the grille on. Since the back of the wall goes into open storage space, i have plenty of room. I am debating between the RB-61 II and the RP-160 M 1) I have previewed the lower-end R-15M and the RP-160M, but not side by side. I like the brightness of the R-15M and am curious if the "hybrid" rubberized horn tweeter of the RP-160 changes the tone of the highs. 2) The RP-160 has rear firing bass port and the RB-61 has front firing port. Since the speakers will be mounted behind a wall and not on a stand or shelf, will this matter. Should the port be directed into the media room versus into a back room. 3) The RP-160 has 90 x 90 horn. The RB-61 a 90 x 60 horn. Does this matter? If I mount the speaker on the side, will this matter? 4) In general, can I mount the speakers under the screen? How will this affect sound field, especially with the 90 x 60 horn? Thanks