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In Wall Speaker Suggestions?
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Topic: | In Wall Speaker Suggestions? This thread has 12 replies. Displaying all posts. |
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Post 1 made on Tuesday May 2, 2000 at 03:34 |
Due to the setup of my room inwalls are my only option for front and surround speakers. In my previous home I had Klipsch IW150 and was not very happy with them.
Due to one particular wall, the speakers cannot be wider than 9.5 inches. I am considering the following:
Boston Acoustics 381, Paradigm AMS 300, Polk Audio AB855
Any comments or suggestions would be welcomed. My price range is about $500 per pair.
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OP | Post 2 made on Tuesday May 2, 2000 at 13:21 |
The best in wall speakers I have seen are the Paradigms, B&Ws and Thiels. Spend more for the fronts, as the rear is not nearly as important. What subwoofer are you going to use with the them?
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OP | Post 3 made on Tuesday May 2, 2000 at 15:37 |
I'm pretty much starting from scratch. I want to buy fronts and rear - save and then shortly after by a center and sub to match.
I thought about B&W, but the Signature 7SE at 11.2 inches and the CWM 800 at 10 inches is just a bit too wide to fit. Any thoughts on the Paradigm AMS 300 vs. the B&W CWM650?
By the way my receiver is a Sony DB930 rated at 110 watts. I'll have to look into Thiels. - Thanks
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OP | Post 4 made on Tuesday May 2, 2000 at 16:30 |
You'll have to trust your ears with regards to the B&W vs. Paradigm choice. I would caution, however, that although the Thiels may sound good, they may have a problem with playing loud. You'll have to be the judge.
The subwoofer, and the crossover that integrates it with the rest of the system is VERY important.
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OP | Post 5 made on Tuesday May 2, 2000 at 17:46 |
Chad, take a look at the NHT Super One In-Wall. A hair under 9" wide with a fairly effective mounting method that reduces mechanical coupling with the wall. Not a bad deal for under $400.00. Luck...Jeff
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OP | Post 6 made on Wednesday May 3, 2000 at 00:33 |
n-vision Historic Forum Post |
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My two cents....
I have found that B&W makes some of the best sounding in-walls around. I have used many different models, and have loved them all. The CWM 650 is a great speaker.
BTW, I have also found that 8" 2-way in-walls have a tendency to sound quite boomy, and I generally shy away from them in favour of the 6.5" 2-way.
As for the importance of the various speakers, I have to disagree with Rob in his feelings that the "rears are not nearly as important". With todays digital surround, your surround channel speakers can get quite a workout, and they have a large impact on the overall sound of your system. I would suggest using the CDS6 in-wall di-poles for your surround channel. They not only look very nice when installed, they sound excellent. The di-pole array really helps create a dynamic, diffuse surround field.
Add a good subwoofer (DON'T BOTHER WITH IN-WALL SUBS)and you will get great sound!!
Have fun...Derek
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OP | Post 7 made on Thursday May 4, 2000 at 15:24 |
Thanks for the input - I've decided on Paradigm AMS450 for the front and Paradigm AMS300 for the rear. Anyone know an online Paradigm dealer with a good price?
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OP | Post 8 made on Sunday May 7, 2000 at 02:41 |
GregoriusM Historic Forum Post |
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FYI, Paradigm won't let their dealers sell online. They want you to hear the speakers and support the dealer. But, a good choice nevertheless. - greg
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OP | Post 9 made on Monday May 15, 2000 at 08:08 |
If you can find anyone in your area who carries them, I would highly recommend RBH MC-Series. They all feature aluminum woofers & adjustable "swivel" tweeters. I currently have the MC616 for my fronts, MC414 for my center, and MC6 for my rear....I have been very pleased with their performance!
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OP | Post 10 made on Monday May 22, 2000 at 20:37 |
For those looking for Paradigm prices as I was, I paid $560 for a pair of Paradigm AMS 450 and $380 for a pair of Paradigm AMS 300 at a dealer in San Diego.
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Post 11 made on Wednesday December 7, 2011 at 19:32 |
baldy525 Lurking Member |
Joined: Posts: | December 2011 1 |
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Hi Chad, just wondering if you have the contact info for that dealer in San Diego that you mentioned in your post??? Thanks
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Post 12 made on Wednesday December 7, 2011 at 20:09 |
Daniel Tonks Wrangler of Remotes |
Joined: Posts: | October 1998 28,780 |
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Post 13 made on Wednesday December 7, 2011 at 22:50 |
TRCGroup Super Member |
Joined: Posts: | December 2007 4,149 |
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On December 7, 2011 at 20:09, Daniel Tonks said...
11.5 years later? Worse yet, he probably thinks he can still get them at that price since he "saw it on the Internet".
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