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In starting to build a new system, my current system lacks only a
center channel. What are your opinions regarding a) Klipsch (RC-35) versus b) Definitive Technology (ProCenter C2) I like the sound of the Definitive, however my gut seems to go with the Klipsch. Apparently there are those that think the Klipsch sounds bright - though maybe my ears did not agree with this. Although the Defenitive seems to be more detailed, etc., it seems with the Klipsch I hear less of the speaker and more of the movie, music, etc. Before I jump off a bridge some feedback would help. Thanks |
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The center channel should match as closely as possible the other two front
speakers. If there is no video monitor in the way (unlikely) you could simply buy a third speaker of the same brand/type you're using left and right. This would be the absolute optimum. This is why some people use an "acoustically transparent" (sort of...) projection screen - to allow them to put 3 floor-standers behind it. Many speaker companies also have a "center" version of their main speakers, which is basically the same acoustic design in a low-profile construction. See if the manufacturer of your main speakers has such a thing. "Dan Jensen" wrote in message news:O39Eb.139097$_M.705521@attbi_s54... In starting to build a new system, my current system lacks only a center channel. What are your opinions regarding a) Klipsch (RC-35) versus b) Definitive Technology (ProCenter C2) I like the sound of the Definitive, however my gut seems to go with the Klipsch. Apparently there are those that think the Klipsch sounds bright - though maybe my ears did not agree with this. Although the Defenitive seems to be more detailed, etc., it seems with the Klipsch I hear less of the speaker and more of the movie, music, etc. Before I jump off a bridge some feedback would help. Thanks |
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The rest of my system - THOUGH SUBJECT TO CHANGE (today I think the
best place to start is with a good center channel and build from there.. though that is a debate for another day and one that many probably wouldn't care to debate anyways) I have a Denon AVR 1602, a "cyberhome" DVD player, the rear channels are Sony SSMB's (not for long, though), and the front channels are not any brand because they are self-built containing an 8" Audax woofer and a ribbon-type tweeter with a HF attenuator knob (built-in to the network). As you can see kind of a patchwork (the dispaly is a 20" CRT) My main applications are FM Radio, Dolby Digital, and PCM audio. thanks again "Bruno Putzeys" wrote in message news:d%mEb.393084$Dw6.1244856@attbi_s02... The center channel should match as closely as possible the other two front speakers. If there is no video monitor in the way (unlikely) you could simply buy a third speaker of the same brand/type you're using left and right. This would be the absolute optimum. This is why some people use an "acoustically transparent" (sort of...) projection screen - to allow them to put 3 floor-standers behind it. Many speaker companies also have a "center" version of their main speakers, which is basically the same acoustic design in a low-profile construction. See if the manufacturer of your main speakers has such a thing. "Dan Jensen" wrote in message news:O39Eb.139097$_M.705521@attbi_s54... In starting to build a new system, my current system lacks only a center channel. What are your opinions regarding a) Klipsch (RC-35) versus b) Definitive Technology (ProCenter C2) I like the sound of the Definitive, however my gut seems to go with the Klipsch. Apparently there are those that think the Klipsch sounds bright - though maybe my ears did not agree with this. Although the Defenitive seems to be more detailed, etc., it seems with the Klipsch I hear less of the speaker and more of the movie, music, etc. Before I jump off a bridge some feedback would help. Thanks |
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"Pat Wilson" wrote in message
news:cdqEb.146275$_M.717525@attbi_s54... The rest of my system - THOUGH SUBJECT TO CHANGE (today I think the best place to start is with a good center channel and build from there.. though that is a debate for another day and one that many probably wouldn't care to debate anyways) I have a Denon AVR 1602, a "cyberhome" DVD player, the rear channels are Sony SSMB's (not for long, though), and the front channels are not any brand because they are self-built containing an 8" Audax woofer and a ribbon-type tweeter with a HF attenuator knob (built-in to the network). As you can see kind of a patchwork (the dispaly is a 20" CRT) The bottom line is that ultimately you should be striving to have the tonal balance of the main speakers be consistent with that of the center channel. Making a blanket recommendation for a center channel in a vacuum is therefore, akin to asking someone to recommend a speaker. I'd suggest that settle on a budget, listen around to decide what you like within your budget and then buy. |
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In article cdqEb.146275$_M.717525@attbi_s54,
Pat Wilson wrote: long, though), and the front channels are not any brand because they are self-built containing an 8" Audax woofer and a ribbon-type tweeter with a HF attenuator knob (built-in to the network). So build a center channel containing an 8" Audax woofer and ribon tweeter (all vertically oriented). Try to maintain the same baffle width. Try to maintain the same box volume and porting arrangement. If that is not possible try for a sealed box with a Q of .707 and F3 of 80Hz (this will sum with a THX 80 Hz high pass to produce an LR4 acoustic response). Or just build for an F3 of 40-60Hz and cross-over at 80Hz. Stick it on a short stand a few feet in front of the TV so you have no problems with magnetic interferance. Horizontal MTM arrangements are attractive when stuck atop a TV or in an entertainment center, but have off-axis lobing problems. "Bruno Putzeys" wrote in message news:d%mEb.393084$Dw6.1244856@attbi_s02... The center channel should match as closely as possible the other two front speakers. The solution here is obvious... -- a href="http://www.poohsticks.org/drew/"Home Page/a Life is a terminal sexually transmitted disease. |
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Greetings,
Thanks for your posting on the rec.audio.high-end newsgroup. Ultimately, it is best to find a center channel that is voiced the closest to your main channels. However, if you are only choosing between the two center channels that you are currently considering, go with what sounds best to your ears in seemless transition between the front channels. Does the manufacturer of your main channels have a matching center channel option? If so, this is what we would recommend. Best regards and happy shopping, -- ===[|||[]- http://www.WEnterprisesNW.com -[]|||]=== "Dan Jensen" wrote in message news:O39Eb.139097$_M.705521@attbi_s54... In starting to build a new system, my current system lacks only a center channel. What are your opinions regarding a) Klipsch (RC-35) versus b) Definitive Technology (ProCenter C2) I like the sound of the Definitive, however my gut seems to go with the Klipsch. Apparently there are those that think the Klipsch sounds bright - though maybe my ears did not agree with this. Although the Defenitive seems to be more detailed, etc., it seems with the Klipsch I hear less of the speaker and more of the movie, music, etc. Before I jump off a bridge some feedback would help. Thanks |
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