changing htib speakers

I think it depends on the type of system you bought. If, for example, you bought an Onkyo or Yamaha HTIB, which usually contain a decent receiver, you could probably swap out subs and speakers, and in fact this is the most common upgrade mentioned by forum members.

If, however, you bought one of the HTIB's that has a combined DVD player/sound processor/amplifier, well, those "all-in-one" systems sometimes use dedicated connectors that would not allow you to be able to swap speakers around, perhaps including subs.

There are 2 types of subs, those whose power comes from the receiver's amplifier and those with a built in amplifier. The "powered" subs, who contain their own built in amplifier, are usually connected by a single RCA cable, and it's likely that you might be able to swap subs around if your "all-in-one" system has a separate RCA "Sub out" jack. Otherwise, I doubt that you'll be able to do much swapping.

Doug

What system do you have xn3m0x?

how about this system logitech z5450? i would like to change our the front left and right speaker, and maybe the center speaker with fluance tower and center speakers. would i hear a major difference in term of better audio quality?


http://reviews.cnet.com/Logitech_Z_5...-31517017.html

the center, front right and left speaker is connected to the logitech sub thru speaker wires ( think red and black cable).

and replaced front speakers with these:
http://www.fluance.com/fluanes1higf.html
http://www.fluance.com/fluancemv670c.html

first is this even possible? and 2nd, would i hear a major difference..in term of better audio quality? or i have to replace my reciever, sub, and speakers and everything?

If it were me I wouldn't do it. First of all the Logitech system is THX certified, which means the individual components were designed to work together as a system. In the audio world, THX certification is a pretty big deal, but when you add components that do not carry THX certification you lose the interchangability advantage that THX carries. Change out your front trio and you won't know how they will interface, how it will affect the frequency response of the system (in HT timbral match between front speakers and surround speakers is important), and particularly whether you'll have enough calibration ability to match the speakers with differing efficiencies.

As for being possible, I suspect so. The cnet review says the Logitech front trio is wired, so I suspect the Fluance speakers would accept the wires, particularly considering they have binding posts for connectors.

Most who post in the HTIB board recommend a system with a stand-alone receiver. They are much more amenable to upgrading than an all-in-one system.

Is it the wireless surround speaker feature you're interested in? Read the reviews on the cnet site--some liked the Logitech, some didn't, but if you have a wireless "land-line" phone or cell phone it might not be a good choice. I must admit, this is the first THX certified system I've seen with wireless surround speakers--those who didn't like it didn't seem to have issues with sound quality.

Doug

i already have this logitech system. the rear speakers didnt interfere with my wifi, cordless phone etc. i love everything about the logitech system except for the front speakers...i would rather get a tower speakers.

but my question is...will there be any improvements.