Klipsch RF 7 III pairing with a Bluesound Powernode N330

[Ras]

Hi all,
 

Has anyone tried to pair the Bluesound Powernode N330 amplifier with the RF 7 III's? Have the results been disastrous? Or better than expected? I've clicked through a few threads in the forum, and my understanding is that the RF 7 III's shine with lots of watts... I think nearly everyone has concluded that.

 

For context, I currently have a Bluesound Powernode (80 watts per channel at 8 ohms) paired to Polk R500's and for me, I love the sound.

If anyone cares to speculate on the results of pairing the RF7 III's with the Powernode please do. As I intend on keeping the Powernode for a couple years (just bought it last month) and there is a no-return policy on the RF 7' III's. Blind purchase really....

Cheers any advice would be appreciated.

Edited August 14, 2023 by Ras
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[the real Duke Spinner]

Impossible to answer

Good luck finding someone with that combination

[OO1]

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[Ceptorman]

I think if you bought them you would not regret it, they are spectacular speakers. Imagine them sitting in your room!

[Ras]

Thanks for the replies. 
I've decided to go with the Polk R700 (also quite a big floorstander), and keep saving up / shopping for a good deal on a Klipsch Heritage product.

The RF 7 III's are still double the price of the R700 and if I don't have the power to drive them right now, it would probably be wasted on me..... soon though  

[OO1]

2 hours ago, Ras said:

 R700 

  the  Klipsch  RP-8000F or RP-8000F II  ,  are 1 step down from the RF-7 III  ,and  they  blow away  the R700 hands down 

 

[Ras]

Update, I managed to pick up the RF7 III's for a great price in cherry. Something tells me that there must be a RF7 IV coming out pretty soon, which is why I managed to snag these at such a bargain price. Will let y'all know when it's arrived and hooked up to the Powernode at 80 watts a channel...lets see if my tiny amp can hold its own against these beasts.

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[OO1]

 klipsch eh  .......good choice 

[Paducah Home Theater]

I use many PowerNodes at home and at the shop.  It's great to create groups then be able to stream multiple rooms plus you don't have to turn them on and off, so I love it for background music.  However they have a very sterile sound.  The streamer is great, but the amp is just very sterile especially at higher volumes.  Basically what audiophiles describe as a "wet" sounding amp, this is the opposite.  Personally I would not be a fan of that combination at any decent volume, however it will be more than fine for background music.  

[Paducah Home Theater]

On 8/10/2023 at 7:45 PM, Ras said:

Update, I managed to pick up the RF7 III's for $2600 USD a pair in cherry. Something tells me that there must be a RF7 IV coming out pretty soon, which is why I managed to snag these at such a bargain price.

 

It's called "stuff ain't selling well at all so let's have a big sale".  I wouldn't read into the situation any further.  

[Ras]

Perhaps I haven't been exposed to many amps that are more impressive at that price range (coming from an only-home-theatre-amp background). 

My home theatre amp is class AB 165 watts a channel, and is great for movies, however the Powernode sounded like it was warmer which is why I like using it as a 2-ch music amp

When you say "sterile", would that be like saying dull / lifeless / boring / too-much-tweeter / not-much-punch?
If so, perhaps I need to look at other amplifiers in the $1000-1500 price range. 

If you have any suggestions on a pairing with the RF7 iii for me to start with I'm all ears. If I'm that happy with the Powernode, can't wait to see what's next and how much better it gets (on a budget).
Also loved your videos on the RF7's on your YT channel. Big fan!

[Yeah turns out the dealer is clearing their stock as they're downsizing their business and reducing their product lines, lucky "clearance sale" I guess]