mclells1 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 I am new to this forum and to relatively so to Klipsch speakers. I am enjoying the sound. I am looking for advice on a few things related to my new system that I have put together over the past 9 months. The system is run on Onkyo TX-NR818 and includes: 1) RS 42MKIIB Surround pair; 2) RC 52MKIIB Centre; 3) SW112 Front Fired Woofer; and 4) RF 82MKIIB Tower pair I am very impressed with this set up and yet am considering going one step further to 7.1 with one last purchase. Either a set of RB51 Bookshelf or another set of RS 42 surrounds. For a limited time I can get either pair for $337 taxes in and so thought I may want to jump at the chance. I thought I would place last set in rear to join current set of RS42s. I am interested in hearing perspectives on: 1) will the extra pair make a noticeable difference (improvement)? 2) which would be the best choice (bookshelves or second set of RS42s)? 3) placement 4) mounting options for RS42s (other than hanging by keyhole) Thanks in advance for any and all perspectives. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sancho Panza Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Welcome to the Klipsch Forum & Congratulations! I'll let those with more Reference experience comment on your concerns. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappydue Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 That was the same setup I started with. I had 4 rs-42's. I will say if you don't have space behind your couch for the speakers to actually be behind you then I would just stay with 5.1. Also if you do do that do yourself a favor and upgrade that center to the 62ii. I bought the 82's and skimped on the center to be able to afford the 4 rs-42's. Thought the 52 was great. Until I heard the 62! What an improvement. And it's the matching center to the 82'd anyways. Welcome to the forum and where are you from? That price on the 51's doesn't seem like a deal to me. Not too bad for the 42's. Also keep in mind the 51's are rear ported so they need to be out from the wall a bit. 42's can be flush with the wall since they are side ported. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappydue Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Also if you wanted to upgrade to dual subs to smooth room response I have sw-112's for sale for 300$ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derrickdj1 Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 Most people use direct radiators for surroun back speakers. I have used RS speakers and tower speakers for surround back and found them very near equal. A lot depends on the room. The are bracket to support the RS speakers on the wall if you don't want to use the keyhole. WAF should also be considered: it will make adding more gear a bit easier, lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beeker Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 Running back rears placed on sidewalls upper far back corner facing in and adjust. this will yeild as good or better as ceiling mounted surround Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mclells1 Posted January 23, 2014 Author Share Posted January 23, 2014 I am new to this forum and to relatively so to Klipsch speakers. I am enjoying the sound. I am looking for advice on a few things related to my new system that I have put together over the past 9 months. The system is run on Onkyo TX-NR818 and includes: 1) RS 42MKIIB Surround pair; 2) RC 52MKIIB Centre; 3) SW112 Front Fired Woofer; and 4) RF 82MKIIB Tower pair I am very impressed with this set up and yet am considering going one step further to 7.1 with one last purchase. Either a set of RB51 Bookshelf or another set of RS 42 surrounds. For a limited time I can get either pair for $337 taxes in and so thought I may want to jump at the chance. I thought I would place last set in rear to join current set of RS42s. I am interested in hearing perspectives on: 1) will the extra pair make a noticeable difference (improvement)? 2) which would be the best choice (bookshelves or second set of RS42s)? 3) placement 4) mounting options for RS42s (other than hanging by keyhole) Thanks in advance for any and all perspectives. My room is L shaped with main stereo/tv section about 21' x 24' with a 12' x 11' adjoining area that holds a bar area. I have approximately 10 feet behind couch so lots of room for surrounds and sides. I am in Canada / Saskatchewan so everything is more expensive here. RB51 pair is normally $500 so $300 plus tax is a deal that happens 1 or 2 times a year. RS42 pair is normally $639 so $300 plus tax is a really good deal and very rare to find. Purchases at London Drugs which is an awesome chain in Canada but have little selection. The 62i centre would be a special order and therefore would be at full price. My SW12 sub was bought on sale for $400 (regular price is $750). I appreciate all the comments and advice so far. Great forum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derrickdj1 Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 The deciding factor may be your decision on use of floor space and wire management. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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