Atlantic Technology owner's thread. - Page 16

I belong to NetFlix and only rent "blu ray" movie releases. (Not that I've watched anything recently)!

I bought "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" because I had read somewhere that it was incredibly great visually but also sonically and of course I love to watch anything that Cate Blanchett is in.

I currently have a Paradigm set-up in my room with floor standing speakers (Studio 100's for LR & CC-590 Center).

Going in-wall to get my speakers behind an AT Screen. Anyone have any experience here with the Atlantic Tech IWTS-30 versus the Paradigm SIG-LCR 5's, or something similar. I would appreciate any input/advice.

Thanks.

MP

I recently helped a friend install an IWTS-30 system for his front soundstage. I have the 8200e system in my home. I can tell you that the IWTS-30's sound *very* similar the 8200e's. My friend is extremely pleased with his system, (except that his wife is constantly yelling at him to turn it down. )

I posted some pics of it here:
http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showt...7#post17740897

Craig

Thanks Craig.

Hey, all, just ripped through all 16 pages looking for info on the 2200s. I just sold my NHT Evolution system (eyes tear up), but they were sitting in boxes for the most part collecting dust and wanted to free up some capital. I was using the M5s for my LCR in my office and L5s for surrounds. My office doesn't see much action except for watching a football game or background TV from time to time. It's about 12 x 12. I have some AT FS3200s all the way around in the family room and really enjoy them. I was looking at doing a 2.1 system in my office.

Question is this: Does anyone have any head-to-head experience between the AT 2200s and the SVS SBS-01s? Don't worry about price. These are basically my 2 options at this point. I enjoy neutral sounding speakers, similar to my NHT setup. My biggest concern with the 2200s is the low-end on them. Even with a sub, do they have enough for lower mid-bass oomph? As stated, this will be primarily for TV viewing and some 2.1 music. They would be paired with a Pio Elite 45TX, so no worries about getting enough juice. Any thoughts?

Can anyone tell me if the center channel from the system 370 would match well with the mains from a system 450? The drivers look extremely similar and my Klipsch center sounds absolutely nothing like the 451's!

I actually hooked up the 451's for the very first time today and I am extremely impressed. I don't have a ton of experience with different speakers but the midrange detail is like nothing I have ever heard. I am powering them with a rotel rb-976 with the channels bridged, and am using my a2-300 for the low end. In comparison with the Klipsch KG.4's that I have right next to them, I would say the first thing I noticed when switching to these would be the increase in midrange clarity, and the second would be the improved imaging. I still love the KG's, but these really are a completely different animal.

I can't answer your question directly, as I haven't heard the exact system you're proposing. However, I can say that I've heard multiple AT speaker systems and they're *all* voiced the same, no matter the "system" or vintage. The key difference from one system to another is the absolute output capability. The 370's and the 450's are both THX certified with similar configurations and drivers. They should work very well together. I would have no concern about mixing the CC from the System 370 with the L/R's from the System 450. None whatsoever.

Craig

That's good to hear that they are are all voiced the same because that is my only real concern. Output should be no problem as my room is on the small side and I don't drive my speakers very hard. I really appreciate your help again, Craig.

In theory they should, but in practice they don't.

I've had both systems and they're different enough to prevent a seamless front stage. I've tried mixing from both the 370s and 450s and the best I could come up with is using 370 mains for side surrounds and use the 450s for mains and center channel.

Hey there,

I've got 3 IWCB626s for my L/C/R set-up and I want to paint the grilles to match the wall colour. Suggestions? I would normally just roll them, but there is also a felt lining on the inside of the grilles that feels like it is adhered using a glue or something...

I'm considering an 8200e system with a Denon 4310 AVR. The Denon is rated at 130 watts per channel.

I'm interetested in opinions on how the 8200e's and the 4310 might play together in my 16'X19'X9 1/2' room?

Thank you.

Big Picture,

I think one point that you would want to clarify is whether its 130 watts per channel with all channels playing full tilt. If you check the specs and find out how many amps it'll draw at maximum, you can back into how many watts are truly available.

In my system, I'm using rotel amps with 200 watts per channel.

How loud do you intend to play your system?

EDIT: According to a review in HT magazine the Denon 4310 puts out 113 watts for 5 channels driven simultaneouslty into an 8 ohm loads. I listen at moderate levels, usually.

Thank you.

Give your listening preference, I'd think that it would be enough.

Has anybody heard both the Atlantic 4400 setup and Paradigm Studios? I'm considering both of these for my next upgrade (currently have SVS SCS-01 setup) and am wondering what would be best for a mostly movies/tv setup.

Current equip:
Pioneer VSX-23
Emotiva UPA-5
SVS PB-13 Ultra
Pioneer KRP-500m

This is a 15x18 living room with cathedral ceilings.

I'm leaning towards the Atlantic for the 30day trial with AVS. Also was always a bit of a sucker for anything with THX on it.

Thank you.

Which Paradigm Studios are you considering? The Studio 60 would be the most comparable to the AT 4400's. I personally prefer the sealed AT's to the ported Paradigms, but frankly, you can't go wrong with either one of those speakers. They're both very neutral sounding, (which IMO is a good thing.) Also, with it's higher sensitivity and higher power handling, I would expect more output from the AT speaker. However, I doubt you'll find a dealer that allows a 30-day, in-home trial with a no-hassle return on the Paradigms.

To be fair, you should ask the same question in the Paradigm thread.

Craig

I have a HT room 16' wide by 19' deep with a 9 1/2' ceiling, about 3000 cubic feet. I'm considering a LRC set of 8200e's for this room.

I'm curious if these speakers would somehow be an overkill situation for the room size?

I spoke with an Atlantic Tech engineer who said "not a problem they will be great". The Atlantic Tech dealer I spoke with said I would be better off with the 6200e's in my room size. Now I'm confused?

I would also like some opinions if possibe regarding amplifier requirements for the 8200e's. I'm considereing a Denon 4310 AVR that has an output of 130 watts per channel times seven, is this good enough for the 8200e's?

All opinions welcome.

Thank you.

Get the 8200s and know you've got it covered.

What JimP said. If you have the money and the space to accommodate the 8200e's then get them. I wouldn't say you HAVE to have the 8200e over the 6200e but since you were already looking to get them don't talk yourself out of it. You'll never regret the 8200e's sound.

Whoever your AT deraler is get a price and then contact Jason Turk here at AVScience as they are authorized AT dealers and have great prices.

8200e's LCR?

How much amplifier power minimum is required for these speakers to sound "right" in a 3000 cubic foot room?

Thank you.

There's a lot of variables involved with this question. Will you be running a 5.1 or 7.1 system, how loud do you listen, will you cross over at 80hz or lower. It's also hard to say what sounds "right" to someone else's ears.

Generally speaking in your situation I would think that Denon would work very well, unless you're listening at reference levels and have the speakers crossed over at 40hz in a 7.1 system, you might want more dedicated power.

The nice thing about the Denon is you could always add a three channel amp to enhance your front soundstage if you feel your receiver isn't able to handle it.

I think I'm getting the 8200e's. Their pedestals are very pricey, does anyone know of a good alternative pedestal or stand?

Thank you.

I use Sanus Steel Foundations. However, the speakers are heavier than the stands are rated to hold. I've not had any problem, but you should be aware of that. Also, the 8200e's don't have any mounting screw holes on the bottom, so mine are just sitting atop the stands. If you have young kids or pets, they could be a little "tippy".

fsrenduro uses his subwoofers as stands. I think that's pretty cool.

Craig

You could try to use strong velcro. That is what I am using for my 8200 SRs.

The 8200's are THX Ultra 2 rated whcih by definition is for a 3000 sq ft room. I should think any receiver / Amp with a THX Ultra 2 rating should be sufficient but I recommend listening to the receiver first. You can see an explanation of the different THX ratings on the THX website.

FWIW I prefer the warmer sound of Pioneer to the Denon or others.

Regarding stands.

Just bite the bullet and get the recommended pedistals. If for no other reason, they're safer. As heavy as these speakers are, you really don't want them falling on you.

Hi guys -

I'm considering a move from Emotiva 8.3 mains, 6.3 center and ERD surrounds to an 8200e 5.0 package. I haven't had the Emotivas but about a year and I'm feeling the urge to upgrade. What sonic upgrade can I expect from moving to the 8200e system? I'm assuming there would be some since the Emo's are about $2k and the 8200e retails for like 3x that. Could anyone with this system give me any type of expectations in this upgrade?
Keep in mind I currently use an SVS PC13 Ultra sub for .1 and my room is acoustically treated. Also I will be using an Emotiva XPA-5 to drive them.
Thanks.

I guess this thread doesn't get looked at very often. Probably due to the owners enjoying their home theaters....

I think the basic problem is that speakers will sound different depending on the room and which amplifier is used. To make a comment about a comparison that's worth anything would require that the listener has had both systems in his theater which is fairly unlikely.

I'm looking at doing an on-wall implementation and someone referred me to Atlantic Technology.

My room is 19x17xvaulted, so it's over 5000 cubic feet I guess so there's really only one choice..the IWTS-30 LCR. I guess I'd need 3 of these to do LCR in the front behind the acoustically transparent screen:
http://www.atlantictechnology.com/de...asp?NodeId=134

Thoughts, and do I really need to get their best?

Thanks,
ELmO