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Originally Posted by jeahrens 
The CM9/CMC2 combination do a wonderful job with movies. I was expecting them to lack a bit for movies vs. the Klipsch setup they replaced, but I haven't found that to be the case. The CM setup handles the subtle nuances of soundtracks and dialogue excellently. One of our first movies we watched on this setup was the Bourne Identity and I was struck how some of the soundtrack just seemed to float in the around the room. A very subtle effect, but very pleasing. The wind and ambiance in the countryside as Bourne stalks the other agent near the end also stood out. In preparation for Skyfall we sat down and watched both of the Craig Bonds. In the local theater I was struck with just how flat it sounded compared to our home setup. Right now we're watching the LotR in preparation for the Hobbit and again I am appreciating how well this setup does with the score and how it brings out nuances in the sound I hadn't noticed before. As far as explosions and action go, I haven't found them lacking in that department either. I think they are even with the Klipschs here, but that's not a put down since the Klipschs excelled in this area.
I really wanted to like the CM1's since I would eventually like to move to a 7.1 setup and they are cheaper way to go. But after listening to them level matched with the CM5's they just don't cut it. Listening to Blu Ray concerts and multichannel music the CM5's created a seamless soundstage. The CM1's never did no matter how much tweaking I gave them. They sounded constrained and flat compared with the rest of the setup. For movie listening I suspect it may not make as much of a difference depending on how critical you are. Again, to me, they just didn't cut it. A good example was Red Sky at Night from David Gilmour's Remember That Night Blu Ray. The opening sax with the CM5's just floated in the room beautifully, like he was playing right there. The CM1's stuck out and the soundstage sounded artificial. Though I didn't audition them with this sort of material, I would suspect movies with a bold classical score (like LotR) would probably call attention to their deficiencies as well. Though since you're engaged with the film you may not notice as much.
The CM9/CMC2 combination do a wonderful job with movies. I was expecting them to lack a bit for movies vs. the Klipsch setup they replaced, but I haven't found that to be the case. The CM setup handles the subtle nuances of soundtracks and dialogue excellently. One of our first movies we watched on this setup was the Bourne Identity and I was struck how some of the soundtrack just seemed to float in the around the room. A very subtle effect, but very pleasing. The wind and ambiance in the countryside as Bourne stalks the other agent near the end also stood out. In preparation for Skyfall we sat down and watched both of the Craig Bonds. In the local theater I was struck with just how flat it sounded compared to our home setup. Right now we're watching the LotR in preparation for the Hobbit and again I am appreciating how well this setup does with the score and how it brings out nuances in the sound I hadn't noticed before. As far as explosions and action go, I haven't found them lacking in that department either. I think they are even with the Klipschs here, but that's not a put down since the Klipschs excelled in this area.
I really wanted to like the CM1's since I would eventually like to move to a 7.1 setup and they are cheaper way to go. But after listening to them level matched with the CM5's they just don't cut it. Listening to Blu Ray concerts and multichannel music the CM5's created a seamless soundstage. The CM1's never did no matter how much tweaking I gave them. They sounded constrained and flat compared with the rest of the setup. For movie listening I suspect it may not make as much of a difference depending on how critical you are. Again, to me, they just didn't cut it. A good example was Red Sky at Night from David Gilmour's Remember That Night Blu Ray. The opening sax with the CM5's just floated in the room beautifully, like he was playing right there. The CM1's stuck out and the soundstage sounded artificial. Though I didn't audition them with this sort of material, I would suspect movies with a bold classical score (like LotR) would probably call attention to their deficiencies as well. Though since you're engaged with the film you may not notice as much.
Awesome man thank you for your reply. That makes me feel better about the choice I am most likely making.
I am curious too as to what Klipsch speakers you were comparing them to, because the RF7's with RC64 (series II) were one of my other leading choices, but I heard the other setup again and think I liked it more.
As far as the CM1 vs the CM5, if I'm already spending at least $4500 on speakers, based on what I've heard, even though I'll be primarily using this for movies/games, I think the extra $300 or $400 will be worth it in the long run.
