Need advice for subwoofer + Speaker package
03-14-03, 06:36 PM
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Need advice for subwoofer + Speaker package
I really want to complete our home theatre system so I think I have finally narrowed down my choice for the speakers:
Harmon Kardon HKTS12
or
JBL SCS150SI
or
Polk RM6005 - If I get this, Circuit City has a $ 100 off, if I buy it with the Polk 10" 50-Watt Subwoofer (PLK PSW202BLACK)
The H/K and the JBL both have 150 watt subwoofer. I could pair the 6005 with this subwoofer, Polk 8" 100-Watt Subwoofer (PLK PSW303BLACK) and the price will almost be similar with the H/K or JBL.
My questions are:
Is it worth paying $ 150 more for an upgrade of the subwoofer from 50- watt to 100-watt?
Assuming I went for the Polk RM/6005 and Polk 8" 100-Watt Subwoofer (PLK PSW303BLACK) combination, would this be better than the H/K or the JBL speaker system?
The receiver I am getting is probably the Pioneer VSX-D811S or the Denon 1803. Is the Denon significantly better than the Pioneer?
Thanks to everybody who have helped me with my numerous questions!
Harmon Kardon HKTS12
or
JBL SCS150SI
or
Polk RM6005 - If I get this, Circuit City has a $ 100 off, if I buy it with the Polk 10" 50-Watt Subwoofer (PLK PSW202BLACK)
The H/K and the JBL both have 150 watt subwoofer. I could pair the 6005 with this subwoofer, Polk 8" 100-Watt Subwoofer (PLK PSW303BLACK) and the price will almost be similar with the H/K or JBL.
My questions are:
Is it worth paying $ 150 more for an upgrade of the subwoofer from 50- watt to 100-watt?
Assuming I went for the Polk RM/6005 and Polk 8" 100-Watt Subwoofer (PLK PSW303BLACK) combination, would this be better than the H/K or the JBL speaker system?
The receiver I am getting is probably the Pioneer VSX-D811S or the Denon 1803. Is the Denon significantly better than the Pioneer?
Thanks to everybody who have helped me with my numerous questions!
03-15-03, 04:41 AM
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Here are a couple of links with some info that may help.
The reviews can be a guide but, as you know, listening to your choices will be the deciding factor.
http://electronics.cnet.com/electron...tml?tag=rating
http://electronics.cnet.com/electron...tml?tag=ont-ha
The second link will give you a wealth of info on your speaker choices and what else is out there.
Good luck!
The reviews can be a guide but, as you know, listening to your choices will be the deciding factor.
http://electronics.cnet.com/electron...tml?tag=rating
http://electronics.cnet.com/electron...tml?tag=ont-ha
The second link will give you a wealth of info on your speaker choices and what else is out there.
Good luck!
Last edited by cdrakejr; 03-15-03 at 04:58 AM.
03-15-03, 10:15 AM
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Good choice on the receiver. No contest between the DEnon and the Pioneer; the 1803 will simply sound better, cleaner, louder.
As for speakers, the 'packages' you note have gotten good reviews. If I were buying speakers right now, I would pick up 5 NHT Superzeros from onecall ($67 each), and look around for a good sub to match. Perhaps a used/refurb NHT sub, as they tend to match well with the SZs. The SZs are also quite small yet have a really open, clear sound. They wiull sing with a good high-current amp like the Denon.
As for speakers, the 'packages' you note have gotten good reviews. If I were buying speakers right now, I would pick up 5 NHT Superzeros from onecall ($67 each), and look around for a good sub to match. Perhaps a used/refurb NHT sub, as they tend to match well with the SZs. The SZs are also quite small yet have a really open, clear sound. They wiull sing with a good high-current amp like the Denon.
