havok423 Posted September 23, 2002 Share Posted September 23, 2002 Hey everyone! I've a new house being completed in the next month... I've also had my eyes on Rocket Loudspeakers for the new house but now have discovered they are backordered and cannot be delivered by November 1st... So I do some research and find that Klipsch is rather hightly thought of...and they look cool too!!! I'm not known for my patience so I am looking into alternative speaker systems for the new HT. Can anyone suggest a 7.2 speaker system for me? I'm going to be purchasing the Pioneer 49TX to drive this system. I'd rather have THX Ultra2 certified as nearly everything else will be... are Klipsch's THX certified and if not officially do they meet the spec? Lastly, has anyone had a chance to compare the high-end of Klipsch (RF7?) to the Rockets? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justin_tx_16 Posted September 23, 2002 Share Posted September 23, 2002 I have not heard those speakers, but I know Stereophile magazine has reviewed either those speakers or some that looked VERY similar. The Klipsch speakers are more sensitive and they certainly get louder. Going by the specs, which can be deceiving. THX Ultra2 Certified? Well, the Rockets are not THX certified either. Klipsch DOES have a THX certified system coming out, but not sure when or how much. http://www.klipsch.com/photo_gal/lifethx.jpg You want 7.2 right? I was doing the same exact thing, even the same receiver, for my dad's home theater. what we were looking at... 7 RF-7's and dual SVS CS-Ultras. You can get an RC-7 for the center instead of an RF-7 to save some money, and do the same with some other speakers if you want. This will be more sound than most could handle, even with just 2 RF-7's, 2 RS-7's, 1 RC-7 and either 2 RB-5's or two RF-5's for the rears. That would be an awesome 7 channel system, add the dual SVS CS-Ultras and... wow. What kind of budget do you have? From the looks of the Rockets, you have about the same budget as if you were to go with Klipsch, equally priced pretty much. Klipsch is a little more, but it may be worth it. What did YOU think of the Rockets? Have you ever heard Klipsch? You live in Austin, where I was born! Go to Tweeter Home Entertainment, I think there is one in Austin, if not, go to Houston, only a 2 hour drive. Listen to some Klipsch there, hear it and decide for yourself what you like the best. If you don't want the svs subs because they are kinda large (but the sound is worth it from what I have been told) (svsubwoofer.com) then you should check out either dual RSW-15's (expensive) or two REL Strata III's (not as expensive). Both don't perform as well as a dual CD-Ultra system though. I highly suggest you go to Tweeter and hear the Klipsch's and the REL sub. SVS is online only unfortuneatly. ------------------ -justin SoundWise promediatech@Klipsch.com /1-888-554-5665 - RA# 800-554-7724 ext 5s> Email Me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boa12 Posted September 23, 2002 Share Posted September 23, 2002 i have a thx-ultra certified pre/pro & amp w/ non-thx klipsch, & don't know how any thx certified speaks could sound any better for HT or music. we don't need no stinking thx certification. its all mostly marketing hype imho. especially for speakers. ------------------ My Home Systems Page Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havok423 Posted September 23, 2002 Author Share Posted September 23, 2002 Heh... Sorry, no Tweeter in Austin...yet... I'll check the Home Theater Store. They might carry Klipsh, although I am not sure. Yeah, budget is about $3.3K for the whole setup (including two subs - HSU 2's as of now). I had the Divas before the Rockets came out and they were absolutely wonderful. I've not heard Klipsch yet, but I'm willing to give them a shot. I'm not an audiophile, but I want GREAT movie sound. I realize the Rockets weren't THX certified either, but I wanted it *if* it was available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dougdrake Posted September 23, 2002 Share Posted September 23, 2002 havok - You probably already did this, but check the dealer locator to find your nearest dealer. It's on the main page of the web site, at the top. I think you'll find some great sound in the Klipsch lineup, and it will sound great without the THX certification. Since it costs money to stamp that logo on the front of things, you may find that you can get more speaker for your money (and equivalent or superior performance) on items without the certification. Good luck, and we're glad you're willing to give Klipsch a listen. DD ------------------ My System Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stu Pidass Posted September 23, 2002 Share Posted September 23, 2002 "THX SHMEE...H....X", that's what I always say. Total agreement with Boa on the whole crap. Regards, Stuf>------------------ '81 Cornwall 1 mains B2 Crossover '73 Heresy Centre '78 Heresy Surrounds Paradigm PW2200 Sub Subwoofer Marantz SR8000 AV Receiver Hitachi 53" RPTV 53SBX59B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justin_tx_16 Posted September 23, 2002 Share Posted September 23, 2002 Nope, unfortunately The Home Theater Store does not sell Klipsch. B&W and BOSE are its top items. The only thing I would buy from them is an HDTV, everything else you will not get a better deal from them as from somewhere else. Come down to Houston and check out tweeter THX is now more than ever an advertisement. Creative Labs bought the majority (all?) of it and now who knows what till happen... I feel they got it just to THX certify their sound cards and computer speakers... ------------------ -justin SoundWise promediatech@Klipsch.com /1-888-554-5665 - RA# 800-554-7724 ext 5s> Email Me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justin_tx_16 Posted September 23, 2002 Share Posted September 23, 2002 Well lookie there... Just today Creative announces... THX Certified Creative SoundBlaster Audigy2 Hrmmmm. Can I say, Told Ya So? hehe ------------------ -justin SoundWise promediatech@Klipsch.com /1-888-554-5665 - RA# 800-554-7724 ext 5s> Email Me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TOPDAWGFOX Posted September 24, 2002 Share Posted September 24, 2002 Guys, theres a new sheriff in texas and its ultimate electronics in the dallas/ft worth area (soon to be in houston area). they carry klipsch and alot of high end like krell,denon,sony es,pioneer elite,sunfire by carver, yamaha, definitive technology, boston acoustics, and alot more. i ordered 4 rf7s and an rc7 and i will be running those with a yamaha rxz1, i should see them sometime next week. you won't be dissappointed with a klipsch rf7 setup. if you do check out ultimate electronics in dallas ask for a chad hansen (i do not remember which store he works in but i will find out and let you know)and tell him derrick from des moines sent you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TOPDAWGFOX Posted September 24, 2002 Share Posted September 24, 2002 Chad works at the Cedar Hills store in Dallas look him up if you make it to Ultimate Electronics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justin_tx_16 Posted September 24, 2002 Share Posted September 24, 2002 quote: Originally posted by TOPDAWGFOX: Guys, theres a new sheriff in texas and its ultimate electronics in the dallas/ft worth area (soon to be in houston area). they carry klipsch and alot of high end like krell,denon,sony es,pioneer elite,sunfire by carver, yamaha, definitive technology, boston acoustics, and alot more. Holy cow! look at all the vendors! http://www.ultimateelectronics.com/vendor/index.jsp ------------------ -justin SoundWise promediatech@Klipsch.com /1-888-554-5665 - RA# 800-554-7724 ext 5s> Email Me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
minn_male42 Posted September 28, 2002 Share Posted September 28, 2002 just got back from the cedia convention in minneapolis....WOW...probalby over 3000 tvs in one building....also ...and more importantly i got to hear the new klipsch thx system that is pictured above....the great news....it sounds like klipsch!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havok423 Posted October 14, 2002 Author Share Posted October 14, 2002 Bump... Anyone know when the new Klipsch THX setup will be out? I need to buy some speakers for delivery no later than mid-November... Thanks! -Rick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prodj101 Posted October 14, 2002 Share Posted October 14, 2002 THX certification means nothing. hardly any of the true high end stuff has it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jshep Posted October 15, 2002 Share Posted October 15, 2002 I live in Austin. Dyer electronics sells Klipsch. Patrick is the salesman there. It is located a block or two North of the The Home Theater Store on burnet. Go to www.dyerelectronics.com . Tell them that Jason sent ya. This is where I bought my klipsch speakers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jshep Posted October 15, 2002 Share Posted October 15, 2002 And did I forget to mention..... They have a 10 month same as cash, no interest layaway program. Also....... They allow upgrades. I just brought back the sb-1 speakers and traded them for sb-2's. Just gave them $100 and the sb-1's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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