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New member Username: Franck72Post Number: 2 Registered: Feb-10 | Hey everyone, first time posting here! I bought the Sony STR-DH800 AVReceiver (110W per CH, 770W total), and i'm looking for two front speakers to complete my 7.1 surround. I have 2 options here : 1) Sony SS-F6000: 180W peak, 40hz-50Khz, 8 ohms, 3 way (6.5''/3.25''/1'') 2) Yamaha NS-777: 250W peak, 100W RMS, 30hz-35Khz, 6 ohms, 3 way (8''/5''/1'') What are your thoughts? Thanks, Francis |
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Bronze Member Username: Vm8444Post Number: 64 Registered: Aug-05 | Hi Francis ,, now forget about those two.. sorry I'm honest and to the point.. what about budget ? type? floorstanders or bookshelves what do you have now? you want to at least have the front speakers match for timber .....sound. vince theaudioguy.ca |
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New member Username: Franck72Post Number: 4 Registered: Feb-10 | Floorstanders, about 300$ for the pair, that's all I have for now :S |
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Gold Member Username: John_sColumbus, Ohio US Post Number: 2621 Registered: Feb-04 | Here's a pretty good deal to consider: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16882290018&cm_re=polk-_-82- 290-018-_-Product |
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Bronze Member Username: Vm8444Post Number: 65 Registered: Aug-05 | hi francis gotta agree with john for the money the polks are good,, but if you can save about 100 dollars more these bostons are the closest thing to high end for 400,, I'd wait and get these http://www.amazon.com/Boston-Acoustics-CS226B-Classic-Floorstanding/dp/B001GIOSUI http://cgi.ebay.com/Boston-Acoustics-CS-226-Classic-Single-Floorstandi_W0QQitemZ 320483769036QQcmdZViewItemQQptZSpeakers_Subwoofers?hash=item4a9e523acc also go with decent speaker wire too audioquest flex 14/2 or type 2 to match believe me. http://www.audioreview.com/mfr/audioquest/speaker-cables/type-2/PRD_116399_1584crx.aspx vince theaudioguy.ca |
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New member Username: Franck72Post Number: 6 Registered: Feb-10 | Thanks for your answers, I'll try to look for higher end speakers, I got some names down... The thing is I live in Canada so I don't get all the deals you guys get! |
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Bronze Member Username: Vm8444Post Number: 67 Registered: Aug-05 | so do I toronto |
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Gold Member Username: John_sColumbus, Ohio US Post Number: 2622 Registered: Feb-04 | Vince, the Bostons you cite are $300/pair and look like serious speakers. Another point of curiosity for me is the Canadian-based internet-only speaker company Fluance. I have not heard any of their stuff, but they sure look like serious values for the money. The only compromise in quality I can see is that they use vinyl veneer, and there is no choice in color. Still, with a 30 day in home trial, I would be tempted to try them out. http://www.fluance.com/fluanhigthre.html $300 for the pair. |
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New member Username: Franck72Post Number: 7 Registered: Feb-10 | Yeah, that was a choice I had in mind! But I can't find any reviews. The only reviews I have found are about their 5 speakers kit they sell. Word is that they are certainly cheap for the quality and they are worth every penny... That is certainly a good option! |
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Bronze Member Username: Vm8444Post Number: 68 Registered: Aug-05 | hi there, never heard of them go listen to both then,,,,,, GO WITH BA |
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New member Username: DamokamathBear, DE United States Post Number: 1 Registered: Feb-10 | Hi Francis, You may want to check out the KEF line up. I used to have the KHT 2005 prior to upgrading and though these are just 'eggs' their output is outstanding. The set has all five speaker and the sub. But I am not sure if you are looking for a complete HT setup. You may also want to check out the C7 front (http://www.amazon.com/KEF-Floor-Standing-Speaker-Single/dp/B001HV7G8A) on Amazon for 400 USD - slightly above your budget. You should also check out their book shelves iQ3 (i think) they are also outstanding speakers. |
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New member Username: McneedyPhiladelphia, Pa USA Post Number: 6 Registered: Mar-10 | Hey, I know you're up north and I'm looking myself for fronts. Are the floorstanding Mirages any good? Go to www.wwstereo.com-the Mirage floorstandings are going for 2:1 in-store. Maybe you can contact them for the same deal. Hey, I'm new to this but does anyone dislike the Mirages? |