I have mine pointed at the MLP which I think works well. I’d think that would be recommended also. But it’s not hard to adjust them so try both and see which you like better.
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Klipsch Atmos Speakers
Hey all,
I have (4) Klipsch CDT-3650 II's for a front and rear Atmos ceiling setup. The speakers are equidistant from the MLP (fronts are 2ft in front on either side of the couch and rears are same except 2ft behind). For the CDT's, the tweeters can be aimed for direct on-axis response but I wasn't sure if it is advised to aim Atmos speakers directly at the MLP or leave them pointed down and let them have a more ambient sound effect. Especially since the Klipschs usually have a good dispersion size.
Thoughts?
I have (4) Klipsch CDT-3650 II's for a front and rear Atmos ceiling setup. The speakers are equidistant from the MLP (fronts are 2ft in front on either side of the couch and rears are same except 2ft behind). For the CDT's, the tweeters can be aimed for direct on-axis response but I wasn't sure if it is advised to aim Atmos speakers directly at the MLP or leave them pointed down and let them have a more ambient sound effect. Especially since the Klipschs usually have a good dispersion size.
Thoughts?
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I have mine pointed at the MLP which I think works well. I’d think that would be recommended also. But it’s not hard to adjust them so try both and see which you like better.
I've tried both but there isn't any one go to material/scene I have found that makes it easy to compare any noticeable differences.
I'm mainly asking because I have the chance to trade out my current Klipschs for their new Pro RP series but those are not aimable and fixed to point downwards.
I looked at those also when I was looking at getting klipsch in ceiling speakers. I thought they may be more timbre matched to the rest of my speakers. But In the ended I opted for the 5650 bc they could be aimed at the MLP. However before the klipsch I had some polks up there. I upgraded to the klipsch which is the same brand as the rest of my speakers and has the aim-able woofer and tweeter. I can’t say I noticed a difference. So I’d say the pro series is definitely a better speaker with that 90x90 tractrix horn but I don’t think you’d notice a difference if it’s solely on Atmos duty. So if the money could be used elsewhere I’d say use it elsewhere. But if there’s nothing else you’re looking at and you have an itch to upgrade then have fun. I just wouldn’t expect to hear much of a difference.I have mine pointed at the MLP which I think works well. I’️d think that would be recommended also. But it’️s not hard to adjust them so try both and see which you like better.
I've tried both but there isn't any one go to material/scene I have found that makes it easy to compare any noticeable differences.
I'm mainly asking because I have the chance to trade out my current Klipschs for their new Pro RP series but those are not aimable and fixed to point downwards.
I looked at those also when I was looking at getting klipsch in ceiling speakers. I thought they may be more timbre matched to the rest of my speakers. But In the ended I opted for the 5650 bc they could be aimed at the MLP. However before the klipsch I had some polks up there. I upgraded to the klipsch which is the same brand as the rest of my speakers and has the aim-able woofer and tweeter. I can’t say I noticed a difference. So I’d say the pro series is definitely a better speaker with that 90x90 tractrix horn but I don’t think you’d notice a difference if it’s solely on Atmos duty. So if the money could be used elsewhere I’d say use it elsewhere. But if there’s nothing else you’re looking at and you have an itch to upgrade then have fun. I just wouldn’t expect to hear much of a difference.
Thanks. The upgrade would be a 1:1 cost (minus shipping and tax) so I wouldn't be spending much out of pocket. The reason for it is I am replacing my In-Wall surrounds with the Pro RP 160's (in wall version) which have the Titanium horn tweeters so I was thinking of matching the in ceilings accordingly (hence the Pro RP's). I know timbre matching isn't necessary for surrounds and especially for Atmos but...can't help but match the speakers since cost would be low. Just trying to make sure performance wise the lack of aiming isn't an issue for some reason as a Google search doesn't show much on this specific topic.
I’m the same way. I had Rp8000 and the rp504c in the front. With the rp502s for side surrounds. My rears were a pair of Sony core series towers. And had the polks in the ceiling. I just couldn’t help replacing the Sony’s with another set of klipsch towers and the polks with 5650s. I can’t say I gained anything in performance but I love how it looks in there and always love getting, unboxing, installing, testing and tweaking new gear. So I totally get the upgrade bug. As long as you aren’t expecting more than it is then it’s always a good day. I’d say my best performance wise upgrade was adding external amps to power the surrounds and center. That upgrade really seemed worth the money once I got it going. Anyway, enjoy!I looked at those also when I was looking at getting klipsch in ceiling speakers. I thought they may be more timbre matched to the rest of my speakers. But In the ended I opted for the 5650 bc they could be aimed at the MLP. However before the klipsch I had some polks up there. I upgraded to the klipsch which is the same brand as the rest of my speakers and has the aim-able woofer and tweeter. I can’️t say I noticed a difference. So I’️d say the pro series is definitely a better speaker with that 90x90 tractrix horn but I don’️t think you’️d notice a difference if it’️s solely on Atmos duty. So if the money could be used elsewhere I’️d say use it elsewhere. But if there’️s nothing else you’️re looking at and you have an itch to upgrade then have fun. I just wouldn’️t expect to hear much of a difference.
Thanks. The upgrade would be a 1:1 cost (minus shipping and tax) so I wouldn't be spending much out of pocket. The reason for it is I am replacing my In-Wall surrounds with the Pro RP 160's (in wall version) which have the Titanium horn tweeters so I was thinking of matching the in ceilings accordingly (hence the Pro RP's). I know timbre matching isn't necessary for surrounds and especially for Atmos but...can't help but match the speakers since cost would be low. Just trying to make sure performance wise the lack of aiming isn't an issue for some reason as a Google search doesn't show much on this specific topic.
Klipsch does make in ceilings that are perfect for atmos and its most likely what I will be using when I upgrade. The PRO-180RPC LCR looks to be a great overall design and can get you the best on axis response out of any speaker in ceiling they offer. For atmos you really want to get that speaker aiming at your head. Most inceilings dont offer a 45 degree angle. Triad does and they are easily x2 as much as the klipsch with a much harder install. I think Elac may also make a 45 degree (or maybe its 30 degrees?) and paradigm makes a 30 but ya that klipsch 45 degree will be ideal and would give you the best sound hands down.I've tried both but there isn't any one go to material/scene I have found that makes it easy to compare any noticeable differences.
I'm mainly asking because I have the chance to trade out my current Klipschs for their new Pro RP series but those are not aimable and fixed to point downwards.
I also have a set of inceiling klipsch i belive its the model you have. I put mine in the klipsch back boxes to get extra low end and they are decent but that 15 degree tilt still puts you decently off axis and having a tweeter and woofer independently moving from one another is not ideal
Klipsch does make in ceilings that are perfect for atmos and its most likely what I will be using when I upgrade. The PRO-180RPC LCR looks to be a great overall design and can get you the best on axis response out of any speaker in ceiling they offer. For atmos you really want to get that speaker aiming at your head. Most inceilings dont offer a 45 degree angle. Triad does and they are easily x2 as much as the klipsch with a much harder install. I think Elac may also make a 45 degree (or maybe its 30 degrees?) and paradigm makes a 30 but ya that klipsch 45 degree will be ideal and would give you the best sound hands down.
I also have a set of inceiling klipsch i belive its the model you have. I put mine in the klipsch back boxes to get extra low end and they are decent but that 15 degree tilt still puts you decently off axis and having a tweeter and woofer independently moving from one another is not ideal
Ideally I'd love to use those but the rough in brackets and dry wall has been done for over a year and I'd hate to cut the holes any bigger at this point (plus I think two of the brackets are attached directly to studs so I don't have room to enlarge anyways)
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