Hi my totally random two cents if I may. I was in your position with a 5.1 system. I had Klipsch Heresy II’s Vs your 8000II’s . I had a Klipsch RC center and RC sub. I used a Yamaha RVX receiver. I also used different non Klipsch speakers in my system and different amps but won’t get long winded. The point mentioned above about a different amp Vs more power is very valid as Klipsch ( like you have ) are bright. I found myself going more and more to a 2.1 setting because my Klipsch center was TOO BRIGHT. Back in that era of my listening a friend that formerly worked at a big box store said he pushed Polk products for that very reason. So I’d suggest that an amp with a smoother presentation would sound better and if you do go to a center speaker audition a few and find one that has a smoother more lifelike sound for voices. Also remember how critical center channel placement is. Some users will have a pedestal that the center is on while watching movies. Fun fact “ the Heresy was created as a center speaker for the larger speakers in the Heritage line “. Happy Hunting , Mike B.
Should I buy a power amp.
I have a Anthem mrx 540 8k paired w klipsch 8000 f lls and a pair of klipsch 502 s lls. I also have an svs sb 5000 revolution. Im so new to all this and am learning as I go and ive already wasted a few thousand buying the svs soundbase pro w an svs pb 2000 pro and klipsch rp 600m lls which I sold for the anthem and new klipsch speakers and new sub. I feel I just want to buy a power amp bc I love the way they look and think they will make my system sound even better than it does. Hell it sounds great already but I have naive ears bc I haven't heard alot of different speakers at all. My klipsch speakers are very sensitive so ive read that they dont need much power and the anthem is 100w per channel 2 channels driven although ive read its 100w all channels driven at .1% thd.
My question is to people who know and have expierenced way more listening, should I invest in a power amp or buy a center channel or both. Idk what to do and im obsessed w these power amps but like I said my system sounds really good to me which ive also heard is all that matters. Any input would be greatly appreciated. Thank you
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I suggest you buy or build a riser for your TV so you can place a center speaker directly below the middle of the monitor. We used temporary stacks of books to make sure the viewing angle/light reflections/clearance all worked together. I had matching wood, but it could have been painted or stained .... A back and ends to support a tempered glass shelf for the TV, so a 6-1/2" tall center channel speaker fits below Here’s a Klipsch Center Channel (that's metal artwork on the wall above the TV) I actually prefer the smaller Jamo shown below, matching cherry wood and it’s sensitivity matches my DBX Soundfield 100 Fronts My Sony AVR sounds darn good, people dogmatically support the idea of separates, HT Pass Thru for Center, .... I listen to my music system, and my video system, I’m never tempted to change. I often change my Sony AVR settings to force 2 channel stereo of streamed programs, and often prefer that to whatever Pseudo Surround someone has created. Blu-Rays, with excellent 5.1 Sound are Awesome. |
Hey @kennyc , that’s mostly incorrect. I haven’t touched EVERY receiver, but usually at least they’ll let you use a "phantom" center channel, with the sub and surrounds also being optional. The phantom center is essentially the center signal routed to L and R. In some cases you can set the level of the phantom separately, which helps you improve dialogue levels even if you don't actually have a real center. In all the cases I’ve seen only L and R are required. Best, Erik |
OP 1st choice as he has Klipsch Mains, or anyone if OP uninterested (unable to send OP a private message) I will list my Klipsch R-34C Center Channel Speaker for sale here if anyone wants, it is in excellent condition, fits under a riser, and has no rear port. 96 db sensitivity, 5.2" h; 6.2" d; 26" wide, 13 lbs. $429. new, I would want only half of that, I just checked USPS shipping, double boxed, to Kansas from NJ, around $47. including $200. insurance. Double boxed is required for insurance.
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