Definitive Technology Mythos Series Thread - Page 14

Originally Posted by bigAWL

Very nice work. How do you like the Two/Three/GemXL combination? I still hope to get Twos someday to match my Three center. And I didn't see where your SCII is - maybe under the end table in the corner? How does the sub sound?

Originally Posted by wheelman76

Looks great !!! How do the gem XL's sound pointing straight ahead like that?

Originally Posted by mvp2005fan

Very nice! I especially like the way you designed the drawers to hold the blu-rays and DVD's. How do things sound?

Originally Posted by boathik

I just wanted to post a few pics of my just finished basement media room. I designed and built the cabinets, did all the electrical and painting myself so I'm pleased with the results and wanted to share.

My setup:
Sony 46XBR4
Onkyo 876
Sony PS3
Mythos 2's L/R
Mythos 3 Center
Mythos Gem XL Surrounds
Supercube II

I added a 20 amp circuit for the media cabinets, the TV and the back corner where the sub plugs in. It is all protected by a SurgeX hardwire series mode surge protector. The speakers are wired with Belden 12awg. I have Leviton Zwave dimmers controling the lights and also interface with the Logitech 890 remote. (i'm still working on setting up the wired IR emitters in the cabinet and tweeking the remote).

Originally Posted by mvp2005fan

Hi, bigAWL--great pics and a nice setup--glad it's all come together for you! Just curious: how long did it take the sub to reach you?

Originally Posted by KeenQuality

MVP 2005 FAN MACFAN424 AXXIS AUDIO JOHN

You may have to click on this to see full message. 5 short paragraphs. Please read. Thanks.

Thank You for your dedication & sharing. I've been up all night reading this entire forum from pages 1-14. I am new to the forum & yearning to learn & share with the commitment you all exhibit. First: MVP (I know you just got a Yammy), but anyone in the market for a Pioneer Elite A/V RCVR PM me right away, I am honoring the code of the forums by not disclosing price (FilmMixer). However if you are in the market for a VSX 01, VSX 03, SC 05, or SC 07 that are brand new & from an authorized dealer... PM me for details. Without disclosing figures, let's just say up to $800.00 off! No strings or MIR. You can run there, or make it a Cannonball Run, but don't kill yourself...
Bought a VSX 01 for $600 and b/c of incredible deal returned & upgraded to SC 05 for only $400.00 more, (worth it MacFan, the Class D ICE Amp alone is worth it). I hope you guys can return yours to get the same deal I just got.

I need your assistance (MVP, MACFAN, AXXIS) So I have the SC 05, got a KILLER deal on Mythos I (black), but need your inputs to decide on Center, Sub, and Rears. My surrounds will be BP2X (5 1/4"). Chet said I should use those for Rears too, but not sure of that. For Center, I know to get the Mythos 8 from both Chet and your inputs, however the 8 operates 38Hz-30kHz w/ Xover 80Hz & the CLR 2002 ops @ 30Hz-30kHz w/ Xover 60Hz or even possibly better the CLR 2300 from 21 Hz-30kHz with a Xover FULL BANDWIDTH. What do you guys think of this? CLR's are big, bulky, not as nice & neat as the 8 which could lie (Horizontally...Macfan) in front of the TV (Samsung 61" DLP LED 7Series) What do these different frequencies/bandwidth mean for sound?

Also I was torn between the SC II (14Hz-200Hz)and SC I (13Hz-200Hz) Subs wondering if the $200.00 extra cost for the I is worth it for the 10" over the 8" and 250 watts? Would I "FEEL" the difference in booms (takeoffs, explosions etc) between the 2? I am open to 2 subs, but that would be definetely down the road. Also you guys have talked alot about SVS, Velodyne and HSU's so you're suggestions are welcomed. I was just trying to keep it ALL IN THE FAMILY so to speak.

For rears someone had a good post about the bass radiators in the GEM XL's/Studio 350/450 (localization issues) not matching Mythos & thus keeping them separate from the sub. (I'll look that back up, as I may not be clear on this). I am considering the Pro 1000's also 5 1/4", Gem XL's, Studio 350 or 450 or maybe even Mythos 8's or BP6B's/BP8B's (22/25 Hz-30kHz Xover full bandwidth) for rears. My concerns are do the rears make that much difference, or could I get noticeable improvement going with a bigger floor/wall speaker for rears? Or would that be merely overkill?

AudioJohn when you had the Mythos I with the SC II, do you think the problem was the limitations of the Mythos I, or was the SC II inadequate? Also what were you pushing for power? A/V RCVR, Pre Amp? (A bit leery on this issue b/c some run the Mythos I's with SC II and it rocks ie HarleyRider) Your additional troubleshooting thoughts would be greatly appreciated. Also I was looking at powering my Mythos I's with an EMotiva 2ch 250watt amp, but Chet said he didn't think I needed it, that the SC 05 is plentiful to power the Mythos I's. Haven't read anything on preamping these or even bi-amping them (if that's possible), any inputs?

Thank You all very much and I look forward to reading replies, sharing knowledge & photos.

Originally Posted by stewdawg

Newbie here..I finally got the chance to hear the STS's and I am a believer now. I havent heard the Mythos ten center however I have heard Klispch RC- 64 and it blew me away. Is this center ok with the STS's or what are your suggestions, please help

Originally Posted by KeenQuality

MVP 2005 FAN MACFAN424 AXXIS AUDIO JOHN

You may have to click on this to see full message. 5 short paragraphs. Please read. Thanks.

Thank You for your dedication & sharing. I've been up all night reading this entire forum from pages 1-14. I am new to the forum & yearning to learn & share with the commitment you all exhibit. First: MVP (I know you just got a Yammy), but anyone in the market for a Pioneer Elite A/V RCVR PM me right away, I am honoring the code of the forums by not disclosing price (FilmMixer). However if you are in the market for a VSX 01, VSX 03, SC 05, or SC 07 that are brand new & from an authorized dealer... PM me for details. Without disclosing figures, let's just say up to $800.00 off! No strings or MIR. You can run there, or make it a Cannonball Run, but don't kill yourself...
Bought a VSX 01 for $600 and b/c of incredible deal returned & upgraded to SC 05 for only $400.00 more, (worth it MacFan, the Class D ICE Amp alone is worth it). I hope you guys can return yours to get the same deal I just got.

I need your assistance (MVP, MACFAN, AXXIS) So I have the SC 05, got a KILLER deal on Mythos I (black), but need your inputs to decide on Center, Sub, and Rears. My surrounds will be BP2X (5 1/4"). Chet said I should use those for Rears too, but not sure of that. For Center, I know to get the Mythos 8 from both Chet and your inputs, however the 8 operates 38Hz-30kHz w/ Xover 80Hz & the CLR 2002 ops @ 30Hz-30kHz w/ Xover 60Hz or even possibly better the CLR 2300 from 21 Hz-30kHz with a Xover FULL BANDWIDTH. What do you guys think of this? CLR's are big, bulky, not as nice & neat as the 8 which could lie (Horizontally...Macfan) in front of the TV (Samsung 61" DLP LED 7Series) What do these different frequencies/bandwidth mean for sound?

Also I was torn between the SC II (14Hz-200Hz)and SC I (13Hz-200Hz) Subs wondering if the $200.00 extra cost for the I is worth it for the 10" over the 8" and 250 watts? Would I "FEEL" the difference in booms (takeoffs, explosions etc) between the 2? I am open to 2 subs, but that would be definetely down the road. Also you guys have talked alot about SVS, Velodyne and HSU's so you're suggestions are welcomed. I was just trying to keep it ALL IN THE FAMILY so to speak.

For rears someone had a good post about the bass radiators in the GEM XL's/Studio 350/450 (localization issues) not matching Mythos & thus keeping them separate from the sub. (I'll look that back up, as I may not be clear on this). I am considering the Pro 1000's also 5 1/4", Gem XL's, Studio 350 or 450 or maybe even Mythos 8's or BP6B's/BP8B's (22/25 Hz-30kHz Xover full bandwidth) for rears. My concerns are do the rears make that much difference, or could I get noticeable improvement going with a bigger floor/wall speaker for rears? Or would that be merely overkill?

AudioJohn when you had the Mythos I with the SC II, do you think the problem was the limitations of the Mythos I, or was the SC II inadequate? Also what were you pushing for power? A/V RCVR, Pre Amp? (A bit leery on this issue b/c some run the Mythos I's with SC II and it rocks ie HarleyRider) Your additional troubleshooting thoughts would be greatly appreciated. Also I was looking at powering my Mythos I's with an EMotiva 2ch 250watt amp, but Chet said he didn't think I needed it, that the SC 05 is plentiful to power the Mythos I's. Haven't read anything on preamping these or even bi-amping them (if that's possible), any inputs?

Thank You all very much and I look forward to reading replies, sharing knowledge & photos.

Originally Posted by Bigred7078

The matching center for the STS's is the Mythos Nine.

Originally Posted by stewdawg

Are the nines and tens preatty much the same center or whats the differance?

Originally Posted by Mantis10

Great looking install, did you do it yourself? It looks professional. I see your liking the Gem xl's. I'm considering them for my rears or just using 3 Mythos 9's. Where is the sub?

Dan

Originally Posted by KeenQuality

MVP 2005 FAN MACFAN424 AXXIS AUDIO JOHN

You may have to click on this to see full message. 5 short paragraphs. Please read. Thanks.

...upgraded to SC 05 for only $400.00 more, (worth it MacFan, the Class D ICE Amp alone is worth it).

Originally Posted by KeenQuality

I need your assistance (MVP, MACFAN, AXXIS) So I have the SC 05, got a KILLER deal on Mythos I (black), but need your inputs to decide on Center, Sub, and Rears. My surrounds will be BP2X (5 1/4"). Chet said I should use those for Rears too, but not sure of that. For Center, I know to get the Mythos 8 from both Chet and your inputs... What do these different frequencies/bandwidth mean for sound?

Originally Posted by KeenQuality

Also I was torn between the SC II (14Hz-200Hz)and SC I (13Hz-200Hz) Subs wondering if the $200.00 extra cost for the I is worth it for the 10" over the 8" and 250 watts? Would I "FEEL" the difference in booms (takeoffs, explosions etc) between the 2? I am open to 2 subs, but that would be definetely down the road. Also you guys have talked alot about SVS, Velodyne and HSU's so you're suggestions are welcomed. I was just trying to keep it ALL IN THE FAMILY so to speak.

Originally Posted by KeenQuality

... My concerns are do the rears make that much difference, or could I get noticeable improvement going with a bigger floor/wall speaker for rears? Or would that be merely overkill?

Originally Posted by KeenQuality

...I was looking at powering my Mythos I's with an EMotiva 2ch 250watt amp, but Chet said he didn't think I needed it, that the SC 05 is plentiful to power the Mythos I's. Haven't read anything on preamping these or even bi-amping them (if that's possible), any inputs?

Originally Posted by RickAVManiac

Hi,

My brother is struggling between 2 x 7002 like mine or 2 x Mythos STS

Is anyone has experience with both and can comment?

Originally Posted by RickAVManiac

the sound of the Mythos are really as good as the reviews state?

Originally Posted by ramador

Hey guys new to the forum just pulled the trigger on:

Mythos 2 (L/R)
Mythos 3 (C)
Gem XL's (surround)

If i decide to go 7.1 what do you recomend for side surrounds meaning moving Gems to rear surrounds( By the way HiDefLifestyle.com has great prices, all five speakers $1500)

Originally Posted by Macfan424

They are entirely different in concept and produce very different sound fields, so the choice is a matter of personal preference. To oversimplify, the most striking distinction is that the bipolar 7002's provide a "large," room filling sound, while the monopolar STS's feature extraordinarily precise imagining. Not to say either is lacking on either characteristic compared to competitive speakers, only that they have different emphasis compared to each other. Your brother should really try to listen to them both to decide which better suits his tastes.

Yes.

Originally Posted by RickAVManiac

...Another question: He already has 2 x BPX for is surround, does this can blend with the STS?

Originally Posted by Macfan424

I asked DefTech about that when I was trying to decide what I wanted to do about surrounds. Their first recommendation was the GemXL, second was the BP2X. They also mentioned the Gems and the BP1.2X, but agreed they were less well suited to my preferred 80Hz crossover. They said any of these "will provide a solid match to the STS."