Which bookshelf speaker should I use to match this center speaker ? I dont want to use the TL3 satellite speakers...
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I bought this center channel to match up with a 2 pairs of old but expensive Polks that I have owned since the 80's - the old stereo days. Since the others had substantial bass speakers I didn't need a sub-woofer. The amp has a lot of power to drive all five of them. I'm pleased. It was a way to bring the old speakers back to life in the days of surround sound. I would think the amp is the major consideration - I'm hooked up to some large stuff not little Bose speakers.
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I have the original Heresy 1 speakers from the late 70's and the klipsch reference series is a very close match in timber for klipsch heritage speakers like the heresy short of another heresy. If you have a small to medium size room the klipsch rc-42ii works just fine that's what I have with my heresy 1 speakers along with rb41ii bookshelf speakers for surround. If you have a large room go for the bigger RC-52ii. The RC42ii may be small but it packs a good punch for its size although you should set it for small on your receiver. I set my crossover point at 100Hz
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I bought two TSI 500, plus a center speaker and a subwoofer all a manufactured by Polk. FYI, I am very happy with all of these Polk speakers.
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Personally I prefer a different center channel speaker that is designed to play center channel frequency. You could use this as a center just fine though.
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I use the Infinity Primus series. I have the c351 center speaker, the p163 floor standing for fronts, the p153 for book shelves. I have a 7.1 system, I still use my onkyo speakers for surround, and the onkyo for base. I will soon be purchasing the Infinity base, and the p143 for surround. The Infinity series are by far the best, I have tried Polk,and Klipsch,they don
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Thanks for the response. I can't find the same speakers from anyone and the one set I found were $105/pair used! I may end up with these from what I can tell. These are bookshelf speakers for use here in my basement.
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These are the ones I have and work great. Atlantic Satellite 77305018 2 Speaker Stands (Black)If you would like wall mounted I'd look into these as well. OmniMount 10.0WC Wall or Ceiling Speaker Mount, BlackI have my center speaker wall mounted with this above my 8 foot wide screen. You may want to check to be sure that the s-10 satellites will connect to them but I am sure they will.
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I replaced a smaller center channel speaker in my home theater with a Polk. I was able to stop using close captioning after installing the Polk center channel speaker. It greatly improved the clarity of my system. So after that I added the bookshelf speakers as replacements for my left & right front speakers. I'm very happy with them. If you use these as part of a home theater system I would advise the use of a subwoofer. That way you get lots of bass without having to use high volume.
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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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I have these speakers and matching center speaker along with subwoofer DSW PRO 600. The center speaker is absolute must and I would recommend the subwoofer as well it makes a difference. I would also recommend rear speakers that compliment the system that I have and would not do without. For me the sound is excellent for music or movies.
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I stand corrected. With the lower frequency response and extra woofers, you would get a more full sound. I haven't used the TL1 satellites but I've been impressed with the OMW3's for their price.
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fluance makes some great tower speakers that match these or since you have a polk center you might stick with that model . here are the fluance speakers i have Fluance AVFR Dynamic Compact Three-way Hifi Speakers or some polks you might consider Polk Audio TSi100 Bookshelf Speakers (Pair, Black) . with the polks you will need some stands . here is a review of the fluance setup http://www.cnet.com/products/fluance-av-htb-5/ .hope this helps
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Dear Steven, three questions to you would be: 1. Will you use a sub-woofer and a center speaker?2. Will you do this and also add two Pioneer speakers for the rear, and 3. will you only use the Pioneers for the front? Actually, all three cases will be fine, if you have more than twenty watts power or so for the fronts and not too many sound absorbing rugs and window curtains. I have found the two Pioneer speakers to do very well with movie dialogue when I got rid (!!!) of my 5.1 receiver!!! I actually enjoy my movies as stereo! What objections this will raise from some! Yours, Churchorganist. Dear Steven, three questions to you would be: 1. Will you use a sub-woofer and a center speaker?2. Will you do this and also add two Pioneer speakers for the rear, and 3. will you only use the Pioneers for the front? Actually, all three cases will be fine, if you have more than twenty watts power or so for the fronts and not too many sound absorbing rugs and window curtains. I have found the two Pioneer speakers to do very well with movie dialogue when I got rid (!!!) of my 5.1 receiver!!! I actually enjoy my movies as stereo! What objections this will raise from some! Yours, Churchorganist.
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Short answer; you get what you pay for. The center is the most important speaker in your sound system. The tl2 is crisper then the tl1 & the tl3 is better then the 2.
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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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They will go well with the book shelf speakers but you will need two of the same 10" subs. Reason why is that the amplifire output rcs are channelled L&R if you use one sub you will only access one channel Unless your sub have both L&R rca inputs then you will only need one.
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David - if your main usage is TV or movies the center speaker is the most important, since it carries the main vocals. The size of your L and R mains won't really matter since they are mostly peripheral sound. Hope you have a sub-woofer, that will help with the overall surround system. I have greatly enjoyed the difference this BIC center has made. Enjoy!!