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post #12391 of 18614
1/25/12 at 2:21pm
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Originally Posted by jlodvo View Post

hello would like to ask if i should go with the blackstone TL350 or the following for a HT setup

Front RTI A3
Center CSI A6
Rear RTI A1 " or maybe a FXI A4"
vs.
Blackstone TL350

avr would be onkyo NR609 and a DSW pro 660Wi?

what i like about the TL350 is the small size, but people say i should go for bookshelf instead, would the rti a3 have a huge advatage over the TL3 sats? or are they close?

The RTi series will have a big advantage over the blackstone. Go with the RTi's!
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post #12392 of 18614
1/25/12 at 2:28pm
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Originally Posted by BayouBengal View Post

The RTi series will have a big advantage over the blackstone. Go with the RTi's!

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post #12393 of 18614
1/25/12 at 6:08pm
thanks for the input guys, i'll go with the RTi's next problem for me to solve is how to place them

as for the placement is how far should the front speaker place on the side of the tv?

is it ok to put them really close like beside the tv with only like a gap of 2-3 inch apart?

i ask because im currently using a wall mount that swings and fold, i really like it cause i can tuck the led to the way when im not using it and when i do i can position it facing anywhere inside my room

and at the moment its on one corner on my room , its not the best position for a ht setup, but i like the configuration as of now till i move to a new house a setup a better bedroom or make a dedicated HT/computer room

so was thinking of integrating a bracket to the wall mount, so when i swing the tv to any direction the front and center speaker would move along with the tv, and i'll setup my rears to the position where im commonly watching tv

i just hope the mount can handle the extra 99lbs for the front and center RTi's
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post #12394 of 18614
1/25/12 at 6:20pm
I always think rattle when I think of brackets. I would play with the placement until you are happy and then leave them alone. I hope you are able to center the TV when you move to the new house. Corner is not likely to work out best for HT.

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Originally Posted by jlodvo View Post

thanks for the input guys, i'll go with the RTi's next problem for me to solve is how to place them

as for the placement is how far should the front speaker place on the side of the tv?

is it ok to put them really close like beside the tv with only like a gap of 2-3 inch apart?

i ask because im currently using a wall mount that swings and fold, i really like it cause i can tuck the led to the way when im not using it and when i do i can position it facing anywhere inside my room

and at the moment its on one corner on my room , its not the best position for a ht setup, but i like the configuration as of now till i move to a new house a setup a better bedroom or make a dedicated HT/computer room

so was thinking of integrating a bracket to the wall mount, so when i swing the tv to any direction the front and center speaker would move along with the tv, and i'll setup my rears to the position where im commonly watching tv

i just hope the mount can handle the extra 99lbs for the front and center RTi's
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post #12395 of 18614
1/25/12 at 8:31pm
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Originally Posted by mirkolop View Post

Corner is not likely to work out best for HT.

Ours is in the corner and works well for our room. It's esssentially a fan shaped arrangement.
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post #12396 of 18614
1/25/12 at 11:46pm
has anyone tried the polk audio FX Wireless Surround? this would be a easylier alternative for me if, what you think?

Front RTI A3
Center CSI A6
Rear RTI A1 " or maybe a FXI A4 " change to wireless FX?
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post #12397 of 18614
1/25/12 at 11:46pm
heres the link for the wireless FX

http://www.polkaudio.com/homeaudio/fx/
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post #12398 of 18614
1/26/12 at 9:53am
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Originally Posted by Geoff4RFC View Post

I'll angle it down to ear level. I've had that way before in a bedroom set up. The CS2 was at ceiling level directly above the plasma that was wall mounted. Had it angled down and with the lights out, you couldn't tell it was located up that high.

I apologize for not being able to post a pic, having trouble accessing my photos but, you can check it out here;

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=1368906

You'll be able to see the progression from two bedrooms to now.

Thanks. I'll have to tinker around with my setup but good to know about your positive experience even with it positioned so high.
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post #12399 of 18614
1/26/12 at 3:37pm
I just finished my home theatre setup. I really think I have an awesome setup from coming from the crappy HTIB setups. I'm running monitor 70s for my fronts, matched with a monitor cs2. Monitor 60s for my rear. Powered with a Sony dh-820, and pushing a BIC acoustech pl-200. And watching everything on a 46in. Samsung und6420 screen. Couldn't be happier with my choice of speakers. I think I'm a polkie for life
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post #12400 of 18614
1/26/12 at 4:01pm
Wondering if polk sells or someone has painted the ugly grey face to black on the Cherry Monitor 70's.

Also, is there anything close to the price range that compares to the Monitor 70/CS2 combo?
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post #12401 of 18614
1/26/12 at 5:50pm
Time to clean out the basement. I have some gently used (or slightly unused) low end Monitors to shed... a pair of M50's, also two CS1's, a pair of M40's and OWM3's still in their original boxes that I'll probably unload for about half what I paid, but I'd like to avoid Craigslist if possible. Anyone who lives in SWO (from CVG to OSU) if interested please PM me.
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post #12402 of 18614
1/26/12 at 7:09pm
I'm curious to hear peoples thoughts/opinions(I haven't tested it out yet myself). Who leaves their grills on and who takes them off? Are the polks voiced for the grills to be on? I'm currently running M70's, CS2 and M30's.
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post #12403 of 18614
1/26/12 at 8:01pm
Just thought I would introduce myself. I have been lurking in the AVS forums for about 9 months, but am finally taking the plunge on my home theater build. This is my first time to wonder into this thread.

I started purchasing my equipment over the Christmas holidays when Newegg advertised the Polk speakers I have been watching. I purchased the following:
  • Monitor 70 - Cherry (2)
  • CS2 Center - Cherry (1)
  • PSW505 Subwoofer - Black (1)
  • RM7 Satellites - Black (4)
These will be powered by a Onkyo TX-NR609, which I also picked up from Newegg at the same time.

Next up is the projector and screen, then the fun will start.

Cheers,
Scott
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post #12404 of 18614
1/26/12 at 10:32pm
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Originally Posted by scarpenter002;21555096 I purchased the following:[LIST View Post

[*]Monitor 70 - Cherry (2)[*]CS2 Center - Cherry (1)[*]PSW505 Subwoofer - Black (1)[*]RM7 Satellites - Black (4)[/list]These will be powered by a Onkyo TX-NR609, which I also picked up from Newegg at the same time.

Next up is the projector and screen, then the fun will start.

Cheers,
Scott

Congrats!! Nice set up. Too bad you didn't go with the 709 with pre-outs, those 70's and CS2 do real nice with some added power.
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post #12405 of 18614
1/26/12 at 11:44pm
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Originally Posted by adgrimes View Post

I'm curious to hear peoples thoughts/opinions(I haven't tested it out yet myself). Who leaves their grills on and who takes them off? Are the polks voiced for the grills to be on? I'm currently running M70's, CS2 and M30's.

I'm running the 70's 60's CS2 and 30's and I've taken my grills on and off multiple times. I have not noticed any difference in sound in my room with them off vs on. I don't think the monitor line is precise enough to have a difference. It does look pretty cool with them off though...lots of drivers staring back at me.
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post #12406 of 18614
1/27/12 at 7:28am
Can anyone recommend wall mounts for the FXi A4's? I can't find any that seem to be a good match on racksandstands, etc.
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post #12407 of 18614
1/27/12 at 9:21am
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Originally Posted by hemogoblin View Post

Wondering if polk sells or someone has painted the ugly grey face to black on the Cherry Monitor 70's.

Also, is there anything close to the price range that compares to the Monitor 70/CS2 combo?

NewEgg sells the Monitor Series II which features a black front. I agree with you: the titanium face is pretty ugly in comparison. It makes me want to leave the grills on my Monitor 50s. I was going to pick up a set of Monitor 70s Series II when they had them on sale ($300 for the pair) but I missed out on that. I love how they look without the grills. The black face does wonders for their appearance.

I can't answer your second question but I'd imagine that it would be pretty tough to beat the Monitor 70s when they're on sale, based solely on reviews. I have yet to hear them but I like my Monitor 50s enough and am strongly hopeful that the 70s would be a marked improvement.
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post #12408 of 18614
1/27/12 at 6:21pm
Question About the Rti A9's They have the two speaker wire in puts, what are they for?
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post #12409 of 18614
1/27/12 at 6:22pm
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Originally Posted by StinkPiece View Post

NewEgg sells the Monitor Series II which features a black front. I agree with you: the titanium face is pretty ugly in comparison. It makes me want to leave the grills on my Monitor 50s. I was going to pick up a set of Monitor 70s Series II when they had them on sale ($300 for the pair) but I missed out on that. I love how they look without the grills. The black face does wonders for their appearance.

I can't answer your second question but I'd imagine that it would be pretty tough to beat the Monitor 70s when they're on sale, based solely on reviews. I have yet to hear them but I like my Monitor 50s enough and am strongly hopeful that the 70s would be a marked improvement.

Really? So the Cherry M70's Series II have a black face, and the Series I has the silver face? Great.
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post #12410 of 18614
1/27/12 at 6:23pm
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Originally Posted by hemogoblin View Post

Really? So the Cherry M70's Series II have a black face, and the Series I has the silver face? Great.

yes really go to newegg.com
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post #12411 of 18614
1/27/12 at 6:55pm
Watching Inception to break in my. Front RTi A9's, Rear Fxi A6's and finally my Center Csi A6.

did any of you use banana plugs on your speakers or strait copper wire?
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post #12412 of 18614
1/27/12 at 7:16pm
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Originally Posted by hemogoblin View Post

Wondering if polk sells or someone has painted the ugly grey face to black on the Cherry Monitor 70's.

I painted the ugly grey fae of the PSW505 to match my black monitors (sorta )


Also, is there anything close to the price range that compares to the Monitor 70/CS2 combo?

I have read the Infinity Primus series compared to the monitors.
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post #12413 of 18614
1/27/12 at 7:23pm
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Originally Posted by Mugenstylus1 View Post

Question About the Rti A9's They have the two speaker wire in puts, what are they for?

If you chose to bi-amp/bi-wire you remove the jumpers that connect the terminals and run + and - to each terminal. It has been stated that unless using separate amps you may find little improvement.
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post #12414 of 18614
1/27/12 at 7:24pm
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Originally Posted by Mugenstylus1 View Post

Question About the Rti A9's They have the two speaker wire in puts, what are they for?

The two pairs of binding posts are for bi-amping - running the woofers and tweeters off separate amplifiers. They should have copper straps joining the pairs vertically... if not, you should use wire jumpers, red to red and black to black.

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Originally Posted by Mugenstylus1 View Post

Watching Inception to break in my... did any of you use banana plugs on your speakers or strait copper wire?

Great movie, especially the LFE. I used bare wires for a while but eventually went with banana plugs.
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post #12415 of 18614
1/27/12 at 7:27pm
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Originally Posted by RobLee View Post

The two pairs of binding posts are for bi-amping - running the woofers and tweeters off separate amplifiers. They should have copper straps joining the pairs vertically... if not, you should use wire jumpers, red to red and black to black.

Also if my Receiver puts out front Highs, I should hook them up to the top ones right?

Great movie, especially the LFE. I used bare wires for a while but eventually went with banana plugs.


I think I am going to order the banana plugs this week. And this movie sounds so effing great i just can't wait to fit my center into the Cabinet.
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post #12416 of 18614
1/27/12 at 7:40pm
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Originally Posted by Mugenstylus1 View Post

Also if my Receiver puts out front Highs, I should hook them up to the top ones right?

No. Bi-amping or bi-wiring must be the same program material. The speaker's crossover will split up the signal.
Highs or wides should be separate dedicated satellite speakers.
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post #12417 of 18614
1/27/12 at 7:49pm
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Originally Posted by Mugenstylus1 View Post

Question About the Rti A9's They have the two speaker wire in puts, what are they for?

Incase you want' to bi-wire or bi-amp. I did this to mine;

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post #12418 of 18614
1/27/12 at 7:57pm
I have the jumper on mine. and hooked up to the bottom, I do get the concept of highs and wide for satellite speakers.

but look at page 9? am i misunderstanding something?

http://www.polkaudio.com/downloads/m...5_A7_A9_MN.pdf
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post #12419 of 18614
1/27/12 at 8:34pm
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Originally Posted by Mugenstylus1 View Post

I have the jumper on mine. and hooked up to the bottom, I do get the concept of highs and wide for satellite speakers.

but look at page 9? am i misunderstanding something?

http://www.polkaudio.com/downloads/m...5_A7_A9_MN.pdf

Figure 5 shows bi-amping. The description states: "Bi-amping, or using separate amplifiers for the low and high frequency sections of your speakers." It is straightforward. If you do not bi-amp, keep them jumpered.
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post #12420 of 18614
1/27/12 at 8:50pm
Even if my receiver. onkyo tx nr709 with different high out puts. or save them for satellite

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