considering purchasing either this speaker system or the Leviton AEH50-BL anyone have any input? which is better? thx
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I am not familiar with the Leviton system..... I did 2 weeks ago purchase the Boston xs 5.1 . All I can say id for me they sound excellent ! This my first Boston speakers I usually by Energy or Bose but I thought I would try this out . I also purchased the Sony HTR -DH 750 home stereo with it . I am very happy I made this purchase. Don't forget to break in the speakers before cranking up the system . Have a treasured day !
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I can't speak for the Leviton AEH50, but I love this Boston system. The subwoofer is often the difference between these systems at this price point, and so far I am extremely happy with the sub.
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My "go to" recommendation is the Definitive Technology Studio Monitor 450's. They are manufactuer discontinued, but you can still get a pair from Amazon Prime. They've got an unbelieveable response of 24 Hz to 30 kHz - - unheard of for a small book shelf speaker. The secret is a 10 inch pressure activated subwoofer mounted on the side of the unit. Best speakers I've ever heard. Don't take my word for it: go listen to a pair before you buy if you can. Max power input 225 watts. 13 inches tall and 11.44 inches deep.
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Speaker quality is very important, it will not matter how much power or tone is applied. Look up Micca Motion MB42 bookshelf speakers and you will have a great combination of economy and superior sound quality. Save yourself a few bucks and get the Lepai 2020A. Not very impressed with the 269FS.
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Dear Kssood, Totally different sounding speakers, but as far as power handling and price point, I'd say the DefTech BP10B tower speakers. Eric C
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I have the KEFs and the ML Electromotion ESLs. Both are very good but I think the KEF is probably the better speaker overall. That said, if you have the right room either will be good. I seriously considered sending the KEFs back right up until the last second. Since keeping them I've worked more on placement and coupling to the stands and that's squeezed extra performance from the KEFs which makes me glad I have them. The logan's will be happiest if the room is larger and you can get them well away from the walls, I'm able to give them about 5 feet behind them and I don't feel like that's quite enough. I had an older pair of Aerius i in a larger room where I was able to give them 7-8 feet and the presentation always blew me away. With my smaller room now I haven't been able to extract the same magic from the newer ESLs even though I feel the new ESLs are tonally well beyond the quality of the older Aerius. The KEFs will make use of all the space you can give them too, but their different approach doesn't require it as much and with their limited bass extension they'll be happier in a smaller room.
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The Sony system would be perfect for you. I actually got a second one for upstairs, or wife's TV two weeks after I purchased mine. I use to be a surround sound die hard, and this system does an amazing job for the price point given. The rear speaker wire will be minimal as you only have to run it from where you set up the wireless receiver. Set up is easy, quality is exceptional. And there is no comparison to true surround sound compared to just a sound bar. Also, the subwoofer is exceptional for the price point it is being sold to you for :).
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For me it was the lower price for the older model. I use my BS-21LR for the rear surround speakers and they do a very nice job for me. It doesn't matter to me that they don't exactly match the newer model Pioneer SP-FS52 LR front speakers and matching center speaker. I also used the older model subwoofer to save $$. If price is a concern for you, it's where you can cut on a surround system without sacrificing looks or performance.
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I've got cats in the house and I have the speakers about as close to the wall and to my entertainment center (so they don't get behind the center itself!). Bass reflex response is excellent, even at close wall proximity, though I would say better low frequency response would result if they were pulled out a little. I've had these speakers for quite some time and they've been an excellent replacement for my old Cerwin Vega(s). Hope this helps you out.
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I haven't heard the BS22 speakers, but specs show they are much smaller than the JBL ES30BKs and are two-way speakers as opposed to the 3-way configuration of the JBLs. The Audessy automatic audio setup pegs the low end of the JBL speakers at 40 Hz, although I cross them over to a subwoofer at the usual 80 Hz. Sound from the JBL speakers is excellent, smooth without coloration. Even the ES20BK little brother to the ES30BK seems to be a step up from the BS22. The ES30BK can be bi-amped but comes with jumpers installed for normal hookup. These relatively large bookshelf speakers are quite efficient and make little demand on the driving amplifier. I haven't heard the BS22 speakers, but specs show they are much smaller than the JBL ES30BKs and are two-way speakers as opposed to the 3-way configuration of the JBLs. The Audessy automatic audio setup pegs the low end of the JBL speakers at 40 Hz, although I cross them over to a subwoofer at the usual 80 Hz. Sound from the JBL speakers is excellent, smooth without coloration. Even the ES20BK little brother to the ES30BK seems to be a step up from the BS22. The ES30BK can be bi-amped but comes with jumpers installed for normal hookup. These relatively large bookshelf speakers are quite... » Read More I haven't heard the BS22 speakers, but specs show they are much smaller than the JBL ES30BKs and are two-way speakers as opposed to the 3-way configuration of the JBLs. The Audessy automatic audio setup pegs the low end of the JBL speakers at 40 Hz, although I cross them over to a subwoofer at the usual 80 Hz. Sound from the JBL speakers is excellent, smooth without coloration. Even the ES20BK little brother to the ES30BK seems to be a step up from the BS22. The ES30BK can be bi-amped but comes with jumpers installed for normal hookup. These relatively large bookshelf speakers are quite efficient and make little demand on the driving amplifier. « Show Less
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I purchased a separate subwoofer to compliment the speaker. I am totally satisfied with this system; the sound is amazing! I recommend this system without reservation.
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Ideally, bookshelf speakers on the order of 25W will provide highest quality response. Teac has a well matched line of bookshelfs. I use those and a subwoofer fr Yamaha. The system is in my office and sounds better than a $10k. sound system in my living room.
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I have a pair of BIC America Venturi DV-64's I bought on Amazon in early 2012 that I use with mine. Here's a link: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00011KLOI/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 I think they sound great together. I bought these Fluance's last year after moving and needing some new rears, and I think they sound great with the towers I bought. I have Jamo center and sub, and a mid-grade Yamaha receiver. Based on the comments I've gotten from a number of people (including a couple of guy's who've had AV businesses in the past) it's a good sounding system. In my opinion, reasonably priced speakers sounding good together has more to do with your receiver, and having THAT set up properly based on distances between speakers and distances between where the hearer sits relative to the speakers.
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I would suggest a receiver that is close to a 1000 wt range. These speakers are great in a 5.1 or 7.1 system. Pioneer receivers are more expensivebut they are better in my opinion.
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hi chad, i ordered a complete set of bic acoustech speakers and enjoy the towers, center channel and the pl-66 rear surround. the sound is excellent if u have the right receiver to push every speaker.
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The mm6501 definately sounds better, but if your not amplifying the speakers your better off with the lower end set... No point in spending extra $ on a nice set if your not going to give it the power it needs
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for that kind of money--why buy anything with onkyo crappy speakers.. i am in the audio business and just received the onkyo 607 receiver 2 pair of bic america speakers "62 bic 10 inch sub 160 watts and bic #62 center channel speaker-- entire system was under 750 delivered to my door --no tax... your other option onkyo 607(with 6 hdmi inputs)polk 705 package 6 speaker including 100 watt subwoofer for 620.00 delivered.. my brother just got his 3 days ago.. he just loves the polk speakers...
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The Reference Series appears to be a better overall speaker. It handles slightly more power, seems to have a substantially larger magnet and a deeper mounting depth...which comes at a cost. I have 4 pairs of the cheaper speakers used for whole home audio. For ~$34, they are decent speakers. Depending on your ear and how the speakers are installed, you may or may not be able to tell a difference. For example, I have 2 pairs mounted in the basement ceiling whereby they have the entire truss space to act as the speaker 'box'. These sound noticeably better than the ones on the main level that have a minimal box and surrounded by attic insulation. If your ear is more 'tuned' and you plan to use the speakers for home theater, you may consider stepping up to the Reference Series. I probably would have if they were available when I installed them. But again, at $34, I have no regrets. Hope this helps.