Moderators Youthman Posted April 26, 2013 Moderators Share Posted April 26, 2013 I've always said a properly setup 5.1 is better than an improperly setup 7.1. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MichaelandKlipsch Posted April 26, 2013 Share Posted April 26, 2013 Yeah I agree I still love 5.1 as most movies are 5.1 anyway. It took me a lot of tweaking and adjustment for the 7.1. I finally got it right before I swapped the THX speakers but I actually moved my surround back KS-525s lower on the back wall and closer to ear level and it makes for a rather neat enveloping sound. I remember feeling completely immersed in the scene in Jurassic park when the Gallimimus dinos are stampeding could hear them coming from the surround back to surround to right channel panning really nicely. If you ever go up to 7.1 again are you planning for more WDST RS-62s for the back wall to match your side surrounds? I couldnt believe when I read that you only watch one movie a month in that amazing theater. You deserve more time in there quit working so much lol. Im kind of the same way though unfortunately. We put all this work on the systems and rarely have time to enjoy them. Heck I have had my JVC proj. for 2 weeks now and havent even turned it on yet. Almost done with the install though. seems like all I do is work. With the fiancé owning a restaurant it takes a lot of our time. I work as an accountant throughout the week and then Im always helping her with the business or tending to the house work etc. I try to catch 1 movie a week up in the theater and I never watch TV. I know you and your wife from what I read run your own business too I believe and you know the time and work that takes. Least you can enjoy some nice music with those new B&W speaks in the living room. Looks beautiful man. Your décor and living room has a nice Mediterranean look to it. Nice warm colors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MichaelandKlipsch Posted April 26, 2013 Share Posted April 26, 2013 "All work and no play makes jack a dull boy" - best horror movie ever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SyberSaint Posted April 26, 2013 Share Posted April 26, 2013 Hello everyone, Not trying to hijack the thread, but I am also looking to get the RF7 II home theater system... What AVR do any of you recommend for this system. I'll be using it for both listening to LPs, CDs, and movies. The room is not a dedicated media room, but a family/kitchen/ dining nook, about 20X25 ft. with tile floors and drywall walls... Thanks Dale in San Antonio Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KlipschJim Posted April 26, 2013 Author Share Posted April 26, 2013 All right everyone. I have some pictures to put up but it seems like I can only post one at a time? If there is an easier way please send a message but for now here are a few. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KlipschJim Posted April 26, 2013 Author Share Posted April 26, 2013 First box opened. That's a beefy surround speaker! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KlipschJim Posted April 26, 2013 Author Share Posted April 26, 2013 Now on to probably the most ridiculous center I have ever seen! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KlipschJim Posted April 26, 2013 Author Share Posted April 26, 2013 Next I opened my receiver which looks pretty sweet too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KlipschJim Posted April 26, 2013 Author Share Posted April 26, 2013 The Sub. Another hefty piece Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KlipschJim Posted April 26, 2013 Author Share Posted April 26, 2013 Love that I can actually "Crank it up to 11" now!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KlipschJim Posted April 26, 2013 Author Share Posted April 26, 2013 Next I tackled the monstrous towers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KlipschJim Posted April 26, 2013 Author Share Posted April 26, 2013 Here is the view from the center seat on the sofa. BOSTON STRONG!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Youthman Posted April 26, 2013 Moderators Share Posted April 26, 2013 Now on to probably the most ridiculous center I have ever seen! I agree. Love that I can actually "Crank it up to 11" now!!! Probably not a good idea to have the sub wide open. Buy an SPL meter so you can have each speaker at the same volume. I typically am about 1/2 and no more than 3/4 ever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KlipschJim Posted April 26, 2013 Author Share Posted April 26, 2013 The view from my recliner Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salvador Posted April 26, 2013 Share Posted April 26, 2013 Probably not a good idea to have the sub wide open What do you mena by this? Just trying to educate myself.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coleman Posted April 26, 2013 Share Posted April 26, 2013 Sweet system KlipschJim!!! Wish I could've went all the way to the top right away but money stood in the way. Now I'm slowly working my way up lol. Enjoy!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derrickdj1 Posted April 26, 2013 Share Posted April 26, 2013 In a HT, all the speakers should have the same spl at the listening position. Running a sub overly hot, will distort the sound balance of the system. The sub is a silent partner in the HT until called upon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KlipschJim Posted April 26, 2013 Author Share Posted April 26, 2013 The command center Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KlipschJim Posted April 26, 2013 Author Share Posted April 26, 2013 Now on to probably the most ridiculous center I have ever seen! I agree. Love that I can actually "Crank it up to 11" now!!! Probably not a good idea to have the sub wide open. Buy an SPL meter so you can have each speaker at the same volume. I typically am about 1/2 and no more than 3/4 ever. I wouldn't actually do that. Just funny that it goes to 11. I have it set just over half way and the low frequency around the upper end of the dial. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Youthman Posted April 26, 2013 Moderators Share Posted April 26, 2013 If you set a crossover in your receiver to a certain Hz (ex. 80Hz, turn the xover on your sub all the way up (ex. 120hz) because if you set your xover on the sub at 80hz and in your receiver at 80hz, any LFE that is routed to the sub that is between 80Hz - 120Hz will not be heard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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