How is 2-channel mode SQ? I read: "disappointing with stereo" &amp; "small speakers are just not very full sounding". I may get a Paradigm Soundscape.
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I use mainly the 5.1 mode, and switch to stereo 2 channel if I lis to music. of course they sound less complete than my big infinity boxes, but that's expected. The argument for the Yamaha is space and sound. We found it a serious improvement to the setup before with tv speakers only.
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Hi Patrick, I must've missed that "coupled" comment... so you actually had 2 of the X-minis daisy-chained and still didn't get the full sound of the Altec or iTour, huh? Too bad, the x-mini does look cool!
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I own 3 pair of the MC60 they sound great! I assume, since they have similar specs, this would be a better sonic match than say adding another brand in ceiling. Is this for center channel? If so definitely fine choice as it's typically voice so no other speaker to compare it to in the system.
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I have no idea what the monoprice in ceiling surround sounds like. But I can tell you that the Polk RM85 speakers suprised me. They sound very good for a small speaker. I have a 20 x 35 foot room and was afraid they would not fill it. Along with my JBL 450 watt sub and Denon reciever, I have no problem filling this room. Awesome.
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I have the 7.2 system but did not elect to have 2 subwoofers although the room is 22'by 18' with 20' ceilings.I believe it would give you a full sound.u could just buy the single sub,try it out,then buy the second.
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for surrounds, the 40 would be more than decent, i feel for surround use, the 60s would be a tad overkill, of course, i have a medium sized living room so i don't have to fill a large space. i use the 40s just as mains and they are more than capable of filling my space with luscious sound.
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try changing your center channel speaker to large(in the settings) i had my center channel on small and i had the sub level at +7,after i changed the center from small to large...WOW,i now have the sub level at 0 and it actually sounds better.....
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Hey,Well it still sounds like 2.0. Maybe it is the Onkyo settings; specifically in the setup speaker config. maybe it still thinks its 7.1. Sound would be destined for speakers that are not there.Dennis
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If you've got money to burn, then go all out and get a L1 Model 2 with the biggest sub. The Compact won't cut it. Otherwise, save yourself a ton of cash and just get an SWR Bass amp. They sound incredible and it won't cost you what a Bose will.
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that does sound small, but if you don't have a lot in the room then you will get a full sound. however i recommend geting the sonos - i had too many remote issues with this. (maybe it was just me). i know its more (especially with the bass) but it is a lot better.
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I was the one that posted the comparison of sound between the 400 and the 210. The 210 is easily superior in sound. I am quite surprised no one else has brought this up. Doesn't anyone care about good stereo sound quality through their ear plugs?
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I'm returning my energies right as we speak.. and gonna give these a shot, my energies sounded crisp clear and beautiful with my polk fronts and hafler sub.. but a normal levels certain frequencies had them buzzing and popping..... in a tiny room they might do ok as 7.1 one with better fronts and sub like I said.. but on there own or in a full size living room they are completely worthless to me
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Mono my friend if you have two it might sound like stereo ... unfortunately this setup will only work one speaker at a time ... but it still sounds good . So get yourself one and listen to your favorite selections anywhere and everywhere .
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Well if you like the highs, as I do, get a pair of polk rti a5 speakers. They have decent base but you will definitely want a sub mainly because the highs really shine at =&gt; 80 hz crossover. Mine are set at 100 hz. The mid and upper frequencies are crystal clear. The highs drift off into the listeners environment. Position them right and the sound stage is phenomenal. I have a virtual 9 foot wall of 2.2 (dual subs) channel sound between the speakers. What I really love about the rti a5s is you don't hear them. All that comes through the speakers are the sounds that came from the source. They are great for home theater but my priority is music. Any kind: country, classical, techno, rock, symphonic metal, ephemeral.... They have 2 6.5 inch drivers for the mid range with a 1 inch tweeter. I absolutely love them. You can listen for 10 hours straight (I have) with no fatigue. In my environment they sound best on 10 inch stands raising the drivers to seated ear level. If highs are want you want, leaving the bass to a sub, these are hard to beat in their price range. 12 gauge wire is recommended for connection to the amp/receiver.
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"A good Home Theater with wireless speakers?? Im looking to buying a good Home Theater with wireless speakers... Any recommendations?? Im planning on using it for for ps3/xbox 360.... Any info would be greatly appreciated! Thanks........."
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I hadn't yet heard mine, and your question got me curious, so I got mine working (had to go into the monitor's menu and switch the sound input to HDMI first in case anyone else runs into this issue) . They are a nice addition for an office worker who just needs basic sound, but I wouldn't recommend playing music on these, as they don't have the bass, depth or richness of sound needed to enjoy music. I am still using my 10+ year old Altec Lansing computer speakers, and they still sound awesome. I see that you can buy a new set on Amazon with a sub-woofer for about $60 (Altec Lansing VS4621 Octane 7, 2.1 Computer Speaker), and I would definitely recommend a pair like this to compliment this "gorgeous" monitor! I am still SO happy with this monitor, and I hope NEC continues to make it, as I will stick with them for life if so. The picture is awesome, and I LOVE the semi-gloss! Ok....I'll stop about the monitor now, hehe. :-D
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I've done stereo pairings of 2xPLAY5 and 2XPLAY1's as well as single speaker setups in my Living room (30x20 feet). For the $$ to sound, I would say that a stereo pair of PLAY1 gives a much better sound dynamic than a single PLAY5. The PLAY1 bass is not "ground shaking" as you would expect from such a small speaker, but I prefer the tweeter high-end sounds (I mostly listen to Grunge & Beatles stuff). The gain in true stereo separation sound is noticeable and very good by the PLAY1's compared to a single PLAY5, although both will definitely fill up a large room very well. I bought the PLAY5's a few months ago and just got the PLAY1's recently. If I Hope this helps.