I was wondering if I could add my own 2 front speakers to make this a 7.1 system??
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As long as your A/V receiver supports a 7.1 configuration (provides connections for the two additional speakers). Then you just have to re-balance the system to suite your ear - most receivers provide a test pattern for all 8 speakers so you can adjust the volumes accordingly. The KEF speakers will not be an issue for you in this set-up.
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Yes. I did myself to get 7.1. You can test it out with the movie "War Horse"' since it has 7.1. I can guarantee you will love these speakers.
759708
Yes, people also add second subwoofer as well, all depends on the size of your room.
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My set up is currently only running 5.1 and has no problems. The layout of my living room makes it difficult to use all 7 speakers. If you choose this system and hook in the Audessy michrophone, it will realize only 5.1 are connected.
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This is quite a powerful audio receiver. Depending on whether you want to take full advantage of the 7.1 feature or stick with simply 2 speakers, you will want to shop for the best front, side, rear, surround speakers and subwoofers. It is hard to recommend the "best" speakers because they range in value and price. Try searching online for speakers and see what will fit your budget. All the best :)
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The speakers come ready. However, 5.1 implies 2 front, 2 rear, 1 center (front) and 1 subwoofer. You will need 2 more speakers.
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Yes you can make it happen. It's a great little system for it's intended purpose. I use it with my HD computer. For a main surround system, get something better suited for that purpose.
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During the setup process you are asked whether you have front height speakers or surround back. You would probably plug the 2nd front into surround back and select that you do have front height.
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Go for Pioneer VSX 921 k , It's a 7.1 channel, if u need to add 2 additional speakers in future....
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I have no problem running large front speakers along with a sub.... with the rear surround speakers at the same time.Phil
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Seth Lyon said it best. Yes u can run 6 speakers. I installed unit myself. And had to crack the dash open again. Cause I set all of em to high pass. So make sure u dial it in first before u slap everything back together. Lol. Just instal a couple filters. When u splice into the front speaker channels and u should be golden pony boy
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I have no personal experience with 9750 but just looking at it; the 9750 has two additional front speakers, making it a true 7.1 system.
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Hey Slater, I pretty much have the same setup you just described, got the Son STRDG 720 last week and just purchased these speakers today. Which speakers do you think would be a good purchase to convert this system into 7.1? I have two large polk bookshelves at home although they are a bit old, what do you think?
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you can order 2 more speakers like our rear L&R; but you need a 7.1 unit most are not 7.1 they are 5.1. But if you have a 7.1 unit you can just buy 2 more speakers and put them in the middle are the back however you want. really easy
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Usually for surround purposes an odd number is used. ie a 5.1 or 7.1 setup. The .1 is for a subwoofer, then you usually have 2 rear speakers, 2 front right and left speakers and 1 center speaker (5.1 setup) You can add a right and left mid speaker for a 7.1 set up. The front center speaker is the "main" speaker that handles the majority of the TV sound. Unfortunately speakers are sold in even lots, leaving you with an extra speaker.
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This is intended to be a center speaker in a 5.1 or 7.1 setup. So only one is needed.
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I'm not an expert, but your sound card would need to have 5.1 mode to properly get the full benefit from 5.1 speakers. You probably have that ability as it isn't anywhere near cutting edge in this century. :)
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7.1 has nothing to do with this system, you just get two additional speakers (of the same brand or different brand) and connect to your receiver to make 7.1 from 5.1
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When I set mine up I did not see any provisions to add more speakers so I would say NO...