HoundDog Posted December 29, 2014 Share Posted December 29, 2014 Hello, I own Klipsch RF-52 front speakers and I would like to upgrade to 5.1. I have room approx 5x20. Thing is I have very little space in cabinet so I must go with Klipsch RC-42 II. Anyone uses similar setup? I am little afraid that this centre speaker may not be powerful enough. However I read many reviews and people talk very positive about that centre speaker. Thanks for help. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappydue Posted December 29, 2014 Share Posted December 29, 2014 I own the rc-42ii as well as owned every center in the reference line up. The 42 is an ok center. I didn't think there was a big difference between the 42 and 52. Now the 52 to 62 is a very big difference. I'd always recommend the matching size center however if you physically cannot fit it well then it's simple get the one that fits. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wvkawboy Posted December 29, 2014 Share Posted December 29, 2014 I'm in the exact same boat. I just picked up a pair of RF-52's & they're still in the box until I upgrade my Center Speaker. I too have only room for the RC-42II in the "center" space of my tv stand. What Rears are you going to go with? I'm thinking either RB-41's or RS-41's.... Probably the RB-41's. How do you like your RF-52's? Mine are still in the box & I can't wait to get the Center to hook'em up. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sancho Panza Posted December 29, 2014 Share Posted December 29, 2014 MAKE room for a bigger Center. From a former RC-42II owner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappydue Posted December 30, 2014 Share Posted December 30, 2014 MAKE room for a bigger Center. From a former RC-42II owner. it isn't that bad! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sancho Panza Posted December 30, 2014 Share Posted December 30, 2014 $165 mistake for me...ymmv... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoundDog Posted December 30, 2014 Author Share Posted December 30, 2014 Hello, thanks for an answer. RC-42 II it is then. I am only worried center speaker will be placed too low... See the picture: Centre speaker will be placed below receiver where BD player is. What do you think it is too low or...? I am pleased with my RF-52's. I live in a flat and I cannot turn it on as I like but sound is very clear and dynamic. Previously I used Yamaha receiver and now Sony STR-DN1050. Many people says Sony & Klipsch do not go along but sound is great. For surround I do not know which speakers to buy but I am looking at: http://www.klipsch.com/R-14S/details or http://www.klipsch.com/R-15M/details I really do not know which to choose... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willland Posted December 30, 2014 Share Posted December 30, 2014 (edited) HoundDog, Welcome to the forum. thanks for an answer. RC-42 II it is then. I am only worried center speaker will be placed too low... See the picture: Centre speaker will be placed below receiver where BD player is. What do you think it is too low or...? Absolutely too low IMO, and no room to tilt up either. Can you slide the AVR to either side and place the 42II in center on top shelf below the TV? Or, pull the AVR forward a bit and use wall mounted brackets to mount the RC-42II right below the TV. Or, a riser above the AVR to place the RC-42II. Bill Edited December 30, 2014 by willland Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappydue Posted December 30, 2014 Share Posted December 30, 2014 HoundDog, Welcome to the forum. thanks for an answer. RC-42 II it is then. I am only worried center speaker will be placed too low... See the picture: Centre speaker will be placed below receiver where BD player is. What do you think it is too low or...? Absolutely too low IMO, and no room to tilt up either. Can you slide the AVR to either side and place the 42II in center on top shelf below the TV? Or, pull the AVR forward a bit and use wall mounted brackets to mount the RC-42II right below the TV. Or, a riser above the AVR to place the RC-42II. Bill great idea with the brackets bill! Yes that is much to low. I would do exactly what bill suggested. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoundDog Posted December 30, 2014 Author Share Posted December 30, 2014 You guys are great! So many thanks for help. Ok now I will order RC-42 II. I took measures and I can mount it below TV. Btw, where did you get this picture of mount from? I would like to order. And if I may ask for your recommendation about sub and surround speakers. Here it is my living room where it will be installed. As I mentioned before I looked at those for rear surrounds: http://www.klipsch.com/R-14S/details Or classic bookshelfs speakers like: http://www.klipsch.com/R-15M And for sub I looked at: http://www.klipsch.com/R-12SW I listen to music a lot (stereo) and sometimes I miss bass only sub can make. Still I am living in a flat and I do not want make my neighbours call police. Thanks again guys. You are very helpful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappydue Posted December 30, 2014 Share Posted December 30, 2014 (edited) Oh a sub is very much needed with just about every Klipsch speaker. Surrounds id stay in the series. Look at the rs-41ii or rs-42ii. Those other you listed are a different reference line. Not matching horns and voiced differently. And for subs i would look else where from Klipsch. You can spend your money better. Are you located outside of the US? Edited December 30, 2014 by Scrappydue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoundDog Posted December 30, 2014 Author Share Posted December 30, 2014 Thanks Scrappydue. Ok then I'll switch to Reference - II series and will go with 42 surrounds. About sub what is your recommendation? Yes, I am from Europe...wish I was from US. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappydue Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 Let me look and see what all you can get over there. But the way I have the rf-42ii theater with the 42ii surrounds. It's a great theater for it's size and for the money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappydue Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 What's your budget and what country are you in exactly? And will the sub be more for music or for movies Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willland Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 Btw, where did you get this picture of mount from? I would like to order. A Google search found this site. http://www.pinpointmounts.com/AM-15_Center_Channel_Speaker_Mount.html#.VKNP2CvF_ew Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TasDom Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 Btw, where did you get this picture of mount from? I would like to order. A Google search found this site. http://www.pinpointmounts.com/AM-15_Center_Channel_Speaker_Mount.html#.VKNP2CvF_ew Bill I just received these mounts for my bedroom. Using them for a RC-52II. They should work great when I get time to install them. Good recommendation! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoundDog Posted January 1, 2015 Author Share Posted January 1, 2015 Hi. Happy New Year to all! I am from Europe - Slovenia but I can purchase in Austria, Germany...not problem at all. I can get good price for Jamo subwoofers but I do not know about quality. My price range is 550$ for sub (in EUR around 450). I would like your recommendation what is good. I listen most of time music (rock, 50's & 60's, pop from 80's, country, blues) via Spotify or CD. But is is important for movies as well. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappydue Posted January 1, 2015 Share Posted January 1, 2015 Ok hound, I'd go with an Svs because they are available by you. Website: http://www.sv-sound.de/ Phone: +49 (0)6122 72760-20 Email: info@sv-sound.de 550 could get you either of the PB-1000 or the SB-1000. Depending in how big your room is the PB might be better and have more output for movies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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