DPlattCPA Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 I am in the process of finishing my home theater - the question, or delema that I am having is this - Icon or reference series - Please give me your reason for each -- Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesV Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 Welcome to the forum... Only one question. What is your budget? James Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DPlattCPA Posted June 10, 2009 Author Share Posted June 10, 2009 There is no real budget - I will be buying at 7.1 system - I love the Klipsch speakers - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesV Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 There is no real budget With that say, here you go. http://www.klipsch.com/na-en/products/thx-ultra2-overview/ If it is in fact for HT only then that is the best you can do. James Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DPlattCPA Posted June 10, 2009 Author Share Posted June 10, 2009 Yes, but to date, I have got to listen to that system (Unable to find a dealer that has it) - When I do, I might change my mind - Right now, Its a choice between Icon and Reference Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesV Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 Unable to find a dealer that has it If you checked the "Locate Dealer" and still in the same predicament then I would go with this system. http://www.klipsch.com/na-en/products/rf-83-home-theater-system-overview/ James Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colterphoto1 Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 Reference is an older, more established line that gets updated regularly. If you can go for the RF63 or RF83 system, go for it. If you're in the lower price points, I'd consider the Icons. Same horn technology (just shaped differently), REAL WOOD veneer (I think they should look nice) and the guys really did a nice job engineering the sound. These are relatively recent additions to the catalog, but benefit from the latest and greatest manucturing technologies. I had a full set but had to sell them for lack of space. I did keep the lovely XB-14 bookshelf speakers for my bedroom. I like em but thought the center a bit undersized for a large home theater. Kind of depends on budget and size of room. Michael Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DPlattCPA Posted June 10, 2009 Author Share Posted June 10, 2009 Thanks for your imput - my choice was RF83, but my wife likes the looks of the Icon. I was thinking about RB 81 for the side Before I buy, I would like to hear the THX - but can't find anyone in my area that has a demo set up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesV Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 but can't find anyone in my area that has a demo set up Where are you from? but my wife likes the looks of the Icon Yea, I like the look also. I seen it up close at the Klipsch Pilgrimage last year, I still haven't hear it in a HT setting. I was thinking about RB 81 for the side The RS line is used for he side surround, the 4 and 5 of a 7.1, and the RB can be used for the rear surround, the 6 and 7 of 7.1. Just remember that lost important speakers are the front three. You want to stay in the same line so at they timber match, a more seamless transfer for left to right or vise versa. BTW, how big is the HT room? Do you have a layout that you can put up? James Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DPlattCPA Posted June 10, 2009 Author Share Posted June 10, 2009 I am from Houston Texas My dedicate HT room is quite large ( 20 foot wide by 30 foot long) I was things of getting the complete RF 83 then adding RB 81 for the side The Denon 4308CI receiver, and the 2500 Blu-ray with a Samsung 63" The theater does have a screen installed, but as of now, I have yet to convice the wife to go with a projection setup - she does like the plasma better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CECAA850 Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 Have you heard a Reference HT yet? If not, I'm not too far from you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelA Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 Do you already have the Denon 2500? If not you might want to wait a month or so and get the new bluray from Denon. I think it will be released in July. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DPlattCPA Posted June 10, 2009 Author Share Posted June 10, 2009 Yes, I have the 2500 - had it awhile - It is a wonderful player that lets the receiver dictate how its to be played. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DPlattCPA Posted June 10, 2009 Author Share Posted June 10, 2009 Have you heard a Reference HT yet? If not, I'm not too far from you. I have no idea what you mean - " Reference HT" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
liebherr954 Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 I think he is offering to let you listen to his Referance Home Theater set-up. I could be wrong though.[] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CECAA850 Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 I have no idea what you mean - " Reference HT" A Home Theater with Reference speakers as opposed to a HT with Heritage speakers or Icon speakers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Islander Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 My dedicate HT room is quite large ( 20 foot wide by 30 foot long) That is a big room. You'll probably want big speakers... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CECAA850 Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 I think he is offering to let you listen to his Referance Home Theater set-up. I could be wrong though. You are correct. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Youthman Posted June 10, 2009 Moderators Share Posted June 10, 2009 Looks like Klipsch just redesigned their website. I personally would go with Reference or Heritage. It looks like CECAA850 has a great setup (RF-7's with 325 watts/ch going to them via the QSC amp). If you could swing by to check out his system, I bet it will rock your world! Icon Series Reference Series Heritage Series Speakers for Large Rooms Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DPlattCPA Posted June 11, 2009 Author Share Posted June 11, 2009 Thanks for all your help Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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