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I DISAGREE...I think if done correctly, you can gain a substantial sound stage for both music as well as home theater. However, no one here will be excited about what I am going to say, because it does not include Klipsch. Do not get me wrong - I love the Klipsch sound - but only out of the Heritage series - when they built a great product. I have Hereseys and would never trade them. Having over 30 years in the music industry, I have yet to find a better value for sonic quality and impact from a stand alone speaker. We built a home ourselves last year, and the Klipsch were relegated to the music room due to their size. We too wanted all house audio as well as 2 HT rooms. Our home is highly contemporary, so clean lines and minimal clutter is important. Initially we went out to audition what Klipsch made in in-walls, and were somewhat disappointed. After a few months of listening to others (Paradigm, Sonance, B&W, DynAudio, Niles, Cambridge, JBL, Triad, Atalntic Research, Polk, DF, and probably others), we just were not still happy. We came across an industrial installer who also did high end HT projects on the side. His take was that all of these in-walls were made by primarily a few key producers. His theory to manage cost was to identify the primary source, then audition the primary sources best of the best. His result.......SpeakerCraft. Many of you may not be familiar with SpeakerCraft, but they were basically the first guys in the business, give or take a few years. They have a tremendous line of in wall and in ceiliing speakers that sound fantastic. They do 2 way, 3 way, and I believe 4 way units for in wall. You have to hear them because many sound great even without a sub. The in walls have cross over switches which allow your to compensate for furnishings - what floor or bookshelf speaker has that? There are also models that have the entire speaker able to rotate within the enclosure for better dispersion. Also, look at the ceiling line called AIM - this allows you to actually rotate the entire speaker within the enclosure for precise distribution. I am using 3 AIM for the front channels in our hearth room with a vault ceiling, and 2 in the back. The sound stage is tremendous, and the equipment is virtually invisible. As much as I love my Hereseys, the SpeakerCraft line is equally as good for the application I needed. They have a new sister company named Proficient, that also have some good products. Their top of the line items are fantastic as well - the lower end just a pricepoint category. I would audition the SpeakerCraft and Proficient lines because if they don't do it for you, nothing will. Good luck, and let us know what you finally end up with!!

Does anyone have any comments on the Klipsch Synergy or Reference line of in walls to use in HT? I have a 15x15 room, and can only accomodate in walls and a sub. Have only heard Paradign reference and Sonance at this point. Also in the market for a new AV unit for the same. HK, Marantz, Onkyo, Integra, Pioneer Elite, Rotel, Yamahs, and Arcam are what have been recommended. What would go well with Klipsch, Paradigm, or Sonance? Anyone's comments or recommendations would be helpful. Thanks!

Whell, In 1975, I auditioned the 2220B vs. the HK430 for endless hours, as I was in college and anything was better than the books. I found the the HK blew away the Marantz, sonically as well as on paper. The HK slew rates, rise rates, low negative feedback, and wide bandwidth sold me. However, I must admit that the Marantz was a lot better looking. Today my HK still runs hot, and I see a lot of used 2220B's on ebay. This is just my opinion...kind of like women???

Does anyone have any comments on the Klipsch Synergy or Reference line of in walls to use in HT? I have a 15x15 room, and can only accomodate in walls and a sub. Have only heard Paradign reference and Sonance at this point. Also in the market for a new AV unit for the same. HK, Marantz, Onkyo, Integra, Pioneer Elite, Rotel, Yamahs, and Arcam are what have been recommended. What would go well with Klipsch, Paradigm, or Sonance? Anyone's comments or recommendations would be helpful. Thanks!

Why are you selling? Have you found the HK sound superior?

Joel, I haven't decided yet. I have looked at DynAudio ($1500 pair - ouch! But they sound GREAT. I have looked at Paradigm, and they actually sounded as good or better than the Klipsch. However, I am not sure which Klipsch I compared them to. I note you are happy with the Synergy series. Can you tell me the difference between the Synergy and the Reference? Which is better for music AND home theater? I have also heard SpeakerCraft and they are quite good. I also heard B&W, but there is just something about them that sound flat. Perhaps I need to locate a different dealer. Regarding receivers, I have had HK, but everyone talks them down today. Most recommend Yamaha, Denon, Onkyo, Integra, Pioneer Elite, Arcam, Rotel, and Marantz. Any comments??? From anyone out there? It was explained to me today that it actually is a mix between the speakers and the receiver. Bright speakers (Klipsch) go better with laid back sound (Rotel, Marantz, HK). More subtle speakers (B&W, Paradigm) go better with bright receivers (Yamaha, Onkyo, Integra, Denon). Do you agree? Does anyone agree? Let me know your advice. Thanks.

Question for anyone...I have a pair of Hereseys from 1980 - raw birch. Can I not purchase new Heresey's to match (3 additional for a 5.1)? Or do you think Klipsch has tinkered too much with the sound to make a match? Would I be better off with the vintage, or trade for the new? Thanks for anyone's play on the situation. Also, any advise for a new A?V unit to go with them? I am looking at HK, Marantz, JVC, Rotel, and Arcam. Thanks.

Does anyone have an experience with using the Klipsch in walls completely for home theater? Specifically either the RCW-5's or the RCW-3's? I have a 15x15 hearth room with minimal floor space for any free standing speakers. Hardwood floors & lots of glass. Vaulted ceiling 15' peak, w/brick & stone fireplace. I would like to set up a 5.1 system and would consider the in walls only to do it. Also, what is a good matching/complimenting sub for HT as well as musical applications. Finally, what decent receiver might you recommned? I am looking at HK, Marantz, JVC, Rotel, and possibly Arcam. JVC only because I can get it at cost thru "a friend" - any good? Thanks for anyones input and or advice.

China or Korea - Check Costco.com - good prices!!

HK with out a doubt. I had HK in college and picked them for their wide bandwidth, reserve power (headroom), good square wave sign, good rise and slew rates, and overall sound. I've had Yamaha (no thanks) and went back to HK. Had the opportunity to compare to Denon (HK by a landslide), Adcom (HK by an edge), Rotel (HK less money but close), Onkyo (HK by far)...so I would consider HK. However, I have heard a lot of good things about Pioneer Elite (45 model). Marantz is not there yet - too many problems via a friends nightmare ownership. He is trying to trade for an HK. Good luck.

What AV receiver do you run with you Klipsch systems? I have an old HK unit - before that I had a Yamaha, and the Yamaha sounded harsh and flat to the HK unit. I know Klipsch are efficient - do I need a lot of power or just a good AV unit? I am looking at HK, Marantz, Rotel, and Arcam. Comments? Thanks.