[GiantSquid]

I currently have a 2.0 system that comprises of a Harmon/Kardon AVR235 and two Energy C-7s for the front. I was looking for a good pair of rear surround speaks (not bookshelves) that would complement my other two speakers. Is it a general rule to go with the same brand name and the same series of speakers? If so, I was looking at the Energy C-R1 rear channel speakers from The Good Guys for $157.00 each. I was also looking at the Cambridge S200 surround speakers but I am not sure if they will work well with my C-7s. Anybody have any knowledge on these speakers or any recommendations?

 

[csukasem]

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Originally Posted by GiantSquid ... Is it a general rule to go with the same brand name and the same series of speakers? ...

Theoretically and practically, that holds true. But it is not neccessary. IMO, you need to put much much more budget/emphasis on front, center, and subwoofer.

 

[TrojanHorse]

depends on what you are going to use them for...

movies, not so critical to match the rears. you don't get a lot of voices panning from front to rear.

multi channel music, much more important.