[RB-61 II vs RP-160M]

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?

[RB-61 II vs RP-160M]

11 hours ago, Scrappydue said:

Do an AT screen and grab three 61ii's or 81ii's. Better for theater use than the 160's. Vertical pattern will control reflections better. Better highs for theater IN MY OPINION. The 160's are more laid back which I like with some kinds of music. 

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).

[RB-61 II vs RP-160M]

8 hours ago, K5SS said:

I have owned both and compared them both side by side. I found the RP-160M to be the better all around speaker, especially for HT. 

 

With that said, sound is very objective..

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.

[RB-61 II vs RP-160M]

16 hours ago, willland said:

 

Is your screen an AT one?

What is your plan about the center speaker?

If your screen is AT, how about matching L-C-R?

Have you considered triple RB-81II's?

What about subwoofer/s?

 

Bill

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

[RB-61 II vs RP-160M]

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