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post #26341 of 28213
1/11/13 at 5:17pm
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Well, I said goodbye to my Studio 10 mains yesterday -- sold to a new owner for use as mains in his bedroom setup. I've ordered LSA Monitor 1's to replace them. I'm hoping the LSAs are "warmer" and more "musical" than the Paradigms were. If anyone's interested in a comparison I can post up my thoughts once I get them.

I loved my Studio 10 v5's, they are now used for rears. I replaced them with the Signature 2's. Now i gotta figure a way to fish my thick speaker cables thru the J29 stands.
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post #26342 of 28213
1/11/13 at 9:07pm
Wow. They look awesome. I'm glad they arrived in good condition. Did you manage to find the right bolts?

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post #26343 of 28213
1/12/13 at 9:48am
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Wow. They look awesome. I'm glad they arrived in good condition. Did you manage to find the right bolts?

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Thanks!

I called my local Paradigm dealer and they will send me the spikes and bolts. Should have them in a week or so. I will also go with diff wires so can fish them thru the J29 stands. I could take the ends off the thicker blue cables, but are not long enough to fish thru the stands.
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post #26344 of 28213
1/12/13 at 4:04pm
Hi. Looking to purchase either ADP590 or ADP390 for side surrounds. I'm wondering which would work best with my set up. I have studio 40 v2 for L and R. Studio CC v2. DPR-12 sub and AMS-300 for back surrounds. Power by a Yamaha Aventage 2000. Room is a dedicated HT room with a 92" screen for movies and some TV watching. Size of room is 24 x 12. Thanks.
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post #26345 of 28213
1/12/13 at 5:33pm
Hey guys. I'm researching speakers for my next house and I keep coming back to Paradigm speakers. I've not actually heard them, but all of the comments and reviews sound like these are the speakers for me.

I'm working with a carpenter to design my media center. it will be 13' long and about 2' tall. I'm trying to decide if I should build the shelf for the center channel around the studio cc590 or the cc690. The room is around 24' x 22' with knee walls and I'll be seated about 8' to 10' away from my TV. Would the 690 be overkill? I don't want to regret not making room for the 690, but I don't know that I'd actually ever need a center that size. thanks in advance.
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post #26346 of 28213
1/12/13 at 5:49pm
^^^ Dont even think twice....CC690 all the way. You wont regret it.

I'm a believer in you can't have too much center channel lol.
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post #26347 of 28213
1/12/13 at 5:56pm
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... I'm trying to decide if I should build the shelf for the center channel around the studio cc590 or the cc690. ... I don't want to regret not making room for the 690, but I don't know that I'd actually ever need a center that size.
I bought a CC-590, A/B'd it against my buddy's CC-690...and went out and bought a CC-690. Fantastic CC speaker, with a bigger / fuller / better-balanced sound than the CC-590. Almost three years later, I'm still loving it. It's one of the best HT purchases I've made. cool.gif
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post #26348 of 28213
1/12/13 at 6:45pm
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Originally Posted by BentZero View Post

Hey guys. I'm researching speakers for my next house and I keep coming back to Paradigm speakers. I've not actually heard them, but all of the comments and reviews sound like these are the speakers for me.

I'm working with a carpenter to design my media center. it will be 13' long and about 2' tall. I'm trying to decide if I should build the shelf for the center channel around the studio cc590 or the cc690. The room is around 24' x 22' with knee walls and I'll be seated about 8' to 10' away from my TV. Would the 690 be overkill? I don't want to regret not making room for the 690, but I don't know that I'd actually ever need a center that size. thanks in advance.
You'll probably be happy with paradigms, but I suggest you go demo them first. I almost bought a klipsch setup until I went to listen to them. That day I discovered paradigms((which I had never paid attention too). I've been extremely happy with them. Just my .02.
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post #26349 of 28213
1/12/13 at 6:50pm
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Originally Posted by pappaduke View Post

You'll probably be happy with paradigms, but I suggest you go demo them first. I almost bought a klipsch setup until I went to listen to them. That day I discovered paradigms((which I had never paid attention too). I've been extremely happy with them. Just my .02.

I would love to audition them first, but there are no dealers in Charleston, SC. I think the closest is 5 hours away. That's what makes this tough. I'll be building the media center around a speaker I may or may not get. I just don't want to regret anything later. I can deal with a shelf that's too big in the event that I don't get the 690. However, I'll probably be kicking myself if I like the 690 but can't get it due to the media center.
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post #26350 of 28213
1/12/13 at 6:50pm
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Originally Posted by pappaduke View Post

You'll probably be happy with paradigms, but I suggest you go demo them first. I almost bought a klipsch setup until I went to listen to them. That day I discovered paradigms((which I had never paid attention too). I've been extremely happy with them. Just my .02.

I would love to audition them first, but there are no dealers in Charleston, SC. I think the closest is 5 hours away. That's what makes this tough. I'll be building the media center around a speaker I may or may not get. I just don't want to regret anything later. I can deal with a shelf that's too big in the event that I don't get the 690. However, I'll probably be kicking myself if I like the 690 but can't get it due to the media center.
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post #26351 of 28213
1/12/13 at 6:52pm
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Originally Posted by pappaduke View Post

You'll probably be happy with paradigms, but I suggest you go demo them first. I almost bought a klipsch setup until I went to listen to them. That day I discovered paradigms((which I had never paid attention too). I've been extremely happy with them. Just my .02.

I would love to audition them first, but there are no dealers in Charleston, SC. I think the closest is 5 hours away. That's what makes this tough. I'll be building the media center around a speaker I may or may not get. I just don't want to regret anything later. I can deal with a shelf that's too big in the event that I don't get the 690. However, I'll probably be kicking myself if I like the 690 but can't get it due to the media center. When I get closer to purchasing I do have a dealer here that can order them and return them if I don't like them. I'd just have to pay a restocking fee.
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post #26352 of 28213
1/12/13 at 6:53pm
what happened there? sorry for the multiple posts. frown.gif
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post #26353 of 28213
1/12/13 at 8:29pm
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Originally Posted by BentZero View Post

what happened there? sorry for the multiple posts. frown.gif
Well the good news is, if you build for the 690, even if you don't like the paradigms(I think you will), you will have enough space for just about any center out there. Too bad you don't have a dealer closer. Good luck with your purchase.
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post #26354 of 28213
1/12/13 at 9:19pm
Hi Everyone,

I can't bring myself to spending $2,000 on the Studio Sub 12, so I'm looking for an alternative that is under $1,000. It is being paired with Studio 60s up front, CC-490 center, and Studio 20s for the surround. Would a Definitive Tech Supercube 4000 be sufficient? I've never heard it, but I like the price. Any other recommendations? Thanks in advance!

Gerry
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post #26355 of 28213
1/12/13 at 9:26pm
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Originally Posted by Gerry White View Post

Hi Everyone,

I can't bring myself to spending $2,000 on the Studio Sub 12, so I'm looking for an alternative that is under $1,000. It is being paired with Studio 60s up front, CC-490 center, and Studio 20s for the surround. Would a Definitive Tech Supercube 4000 be sufficient? I've never heard it, but I like the price. Any other recommendations? Thanks in advance!

Gerry

Check out Rythmik subs. Very pleased with my 12 inch sealed servo sub:)
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post #26356 of 28213
1/12/13 at 10:25pm
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Originally Posted by grasshoppers View Post

Check out Rythmik subs. Very pleased with my 12 inch sealed servo sub:)

Yep. Rythmik, SVS, Hsu... lots of solid choices.
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post #26357 of 28213
1/13/13 at 3:59am
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Originally Posted by eljaycanuck View Post

I bought a CC-590, A/B'd it against my buddy's CC-690...and went out and bought a CC-690. Fantastic CC speaker, with a bigger / fuller / better-balanced sound than the CC-590. Almost three years later, I'm still loving it. It's one of the best HT purchases I've made. cool.gif

Still got the 590cc? I'm looking to bump up in size from my 490cc.
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post #26358 of 28213
1/13/13 at 4:22am
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Originally Posted by Gerry White View Post

Hi Everyone,

I can't bring myself to spending $2,000 on the Studio Sub 12, so I'm looking for an alternative that is under $1,000. It is being paired with Studio 60s up front, CC-490 center, and Studio 20s for the surround. Would a Definitive Tech Supercube 4000 be sufficient? I've never heard it, but I like the price. Any other recommendations? Thanks in advance!

Gerry

SVS gets my vote!
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post #26359 of 28213
1/13/13 at 5:53am
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I can't bring myself to spending $2,000 on the Studio Sub 12, so I'm looking for an alternative that is under $1,000. It is being paired with Studio 60s up front, CC-490 center, and Studio 20s for the surround. Would a Definitive Tech Supercube 4000 be sufficient?
IMO, the SC4000 isn't a good value. For the same money or less in a sealed sub I'd consider:
- SVS SB12-NSD ($649, shipped)
- PSA XS-15 ($749, shipped)

For ~$1K:
- Rythmik F15 ($974 + shipping)
- PSA XS-30 ($1,149, shipped)
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post #26360 of 28213
1/13/13 at 9:10am
Or DIY sub,
Driver pick Stereo Integrity HT 18" $200.


4.5 cu ft sealed box flat pack from EricH $115 http://www.diysoundgroup.com/flat-packs-1/subwoofer-flatpacks-2.html
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Made from 3/4" mdf with a double thick 1.5" front baffle. It has recessed cut outs for the TC Sounds 18" LMS woofer, rabbet joints for the top, bottom, and back panels, 1/2" roundovers on the front baffle, and also a bracing that slides into dado grooves!
All panels fit together very nice and make it nearly fool proof.
22" x 22" x 22.75" deep
4.5 cu ft net after double baffle and bracing
Inner baffle diameter: 16.85"
Outer baffle diameter: 18.57"
Woofer recess: .75"
72 lbs
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1 - flat pack made from 3/4" mdf
Shipping Weight N/A
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This is a a very easy cabinet to assemble and can be done without clamps if needed. Some people have put these together using masking tape to hold the panels while the wood glue dries. I tried to have the cabinet designed to only go together one way. The smallest panel is the bottom panel.


Plate amp parts express sa1000 $340 http://www.parts-express.com/pe/showdetl.cfm?partnumber=300-809


$800 with glue finish , binding posts, etc and it will outperform anything listed above
Look here via data-bass.com STEREO INTEGRITY HT18D2 SEALED



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post #26361 of 28213
1/13/13 at 10:29am
There is a pair of Epik Empires for sale on the fs section for 1000. I think the pair beats all ether others mentioned.

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post #26362 of 28213
1/13/13 at 12:45pm
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Well the good news is, if you build for the 690, even if you don't like the paradigms(I think you will), you will have enough space for just about any center out there. Too bad you don't have a dealer closer. Good luck with your purchase.

I was just looking at the design of the 690. Will I have an issue with the ports firing into the back of my media cabinet? My media center is going to be pretty deep. Around 3' for various reasons. This is the first time that I'd be putting a center into a cabinet. Mine have always sat on top of a low cabinet. I'm just wondering if that will be an issue or not. Also, the front of my media center is about 17" closer to my seating position than the wall that my tv will be mounted to. Will my sound stage be off because of the difference? I'm thinking that it won't be an issue.

I know I'm over thinking these things. This will be my most expensive system to date and I just want to be sure that I don't mess anything up.
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post #26363 of 28213
1/13/13 at 1:42pm
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Originally Posted by BentZero View Post

I was just looking at the design of the 690. Will I have an issue with the ports firing into the back of my media cabinet? My media center is going to be pretty deep. Around 3' for various reasons. This is the first time that I'd be putting a center into a cabinet. Mine have always sat on top of a low cabinet. I'm just wondering if that will be an issue or not. Also, the front of my media center is about 17" closer to my seating position than the wall that my tv will be mounted to. Will my sound stage be off because of the difference? I'm thinking that it won't be an issue.

I know I'm over thinking these things. This will be my most expensive system to date and I just want to be sure that I don't mess anything up.

You can adjust speaker distance in the AVR setup menu. I have my 4900cc about 4" from my TV riser and it don't seem to effect it in a bad way. A 690cc would give me trouble using my 65vt30 remote as it is high enough to block it.
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post #26364 of 28213
1/13/13 at 4:46pm
what does everyone think of my setup.
i have
studio 60's for the front
cc350 for the center
adp150's for the surrounds
i want to update the system what is anybodys sugguestion.
thanks to all who reply.
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post #26365 of 28213
1/13/13 at 5:09pm
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i want to update the system what is anybodys sugguestion.
Update whatever you think needs updating. smile.gif

Having said that:
- What version are the 60s? If they're v1 or v2, the Studio/CC v2 is a better match than the CC-350. If they're v3-v5, the CC-470 or CC-690.
- I'd go with bigger surrounds. If you can't swing ADP-590s, ADP-370s will work. (I ran some for a while with my Studio 60v4s.)
- Subwoofer. cool.gif
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post #26366 of 28213
1/13/13 at 7:27pm
actually i was thinking of a pair of bookshelf units and the bigger surrounds won't fit. my sub is by velodyne.
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post #26367 of 28213
1/13/13 at 7:49pm
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Originally Posted by BuGsArEtAsTy View Post

This may sound stupid, but has anyone ever re-glued the foam back onto the cone? I figure if the speaker is toast anyway, it couldn't hurt to try. However, what adhesive would I use if I'm going to try this?

Actually, just last week repaired my CC-150's midrange drivers using genuine Paradigm replacement foam surrounds in the exact size for the drivers. Cost me $25. The adhesive I received looked like regular plastic model glue. Even smelled like it. Worth a try, for anyone considering just gluing the foam back on to the cone.
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post #26368 of 28213
1/13/13 at 8:08pm
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Originally Posted by juancmjr View Post

Actually, just last week repaired my CC-150's midrange drivers using genuine Paradigm replacement foam surrounds in the exact size for the drivers. Cost me $25. The adhesive I received looked like regular plastic model glue. Even smelled like it. Worth a try, for anyone considering just gluing the foam back on to the cone.
How many sniffs did it take to get to the center of that tootsie pop? smile.gif
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post #26369 of 28213
1/13/13 at 8:49pm
Hey eljay, beautiful HT! wink.gif
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post #26370 of 28213
1/14/13 at 5:08am
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Hey eljay, beautiful HT! wink.gif
Thanks! biggrin.gif
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