Outdoor speakers

Vette C6.r
Vette C6.r Posts: 1,560
edited May 2010 in Speakers
Hey guys I could use some opinions.

I am seriously throwing the idea of getting outside speakers. Since I didn't win Doro's Karma set. I have about a $100 or so budget. I have some BB gift cards that could help this out.

Any brands that you guys recommend ???

Are they truely outdoor in a sense of intall install and forget ???

Any helpful hints that aren't obvious ???

Thanks

TK
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  • szhleppy
    szhleppy Posts: 320
    edited May 2010
    Not trying to be an ****...but I don't think that anything in the $100 range is going to sound listenable or last more than 3 seasons in Maryland. I've heard Niles (ended up buying these), Polk, and Klipsch...mine aren't sounding as fresh as they used to and wouldn't mind hearing some thoughts from a recent outdoor speaker shopper.

    Mine were easy to "install and forget"...and I assume most are as long as your patio is prewired.

    The only "hint" I have is more of a recommendation/opinion....I think you'd be better off waiting until your budget is a little higher or save your money altogether and just use an old boombox outside. You can always check the bay for something cheaper, but used outdoor speakers probably aren't the best idea....
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  • Sherardp
    Sherardp Posts: 8,038
    edited May 2010
    I won some Atrium 60s from the Polk Ebay store for 175 shipped and they are awesome. I would definitely recommend the 55s/60s. They look great and sound very good.
    Shoot the jumper.....................BALLIN.............!!!!!

    Home Theater Pics in the Showcase :cool:

    http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showcase/view.php?userid=73580
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  • mdaudioguy
    mdaudioguy Posts: 5,165
    edited May 2010
    What's up TK?!
    I went through this last summer. I rationalized that sound dissipates quickly outdoors, therefore, so will the $$ you spend on speakers. Like you, I also had a BB gift card to toss in. So, I auditioned all the brands they had: Polk, Klipsch, Insignia, Bose, Yamaha, Def Tech, and ended up with these: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Moderno+-+6-1/2%22+Indoor/Outdoor+Speakers+%28Pair%29+-+White/8785102.p?id=1205246216090&skuId=8785102

    Sounded good to my ears, decent low-end extension for the $$ (too much and your neighbors will hate you), fiberglass woofers. I bought 2 pairs of them. They've only been out about a year, but they seem to be holding up well, and still sound the same to me. Plus, they're very plain looking, therefore discreet - I like that. They can be painted too. I may do that this year.
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  • Sherardp
    Sherardp Posts: 8,038
    edited May 2010
    ^^^^ Those may not be too bad. Looking at Polk's Ebay store and other ebay sells, the Atrium prices went back up. Guess I got in at a great time. I'd still recommend a pair of Atrium 55s/60s if you can get a great deal on them. Some AVS members gave great reviews on TICs

    http://www.ticcorp.com/patio_speakers_asp120.htm
    Shoot the jumper.....................BALLIN.............!!!!!

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  • curved
    curved Posts: 664
    edited May 2010
    I tried out pretty much the same as mdaudioguy and ended up going with the Def Tech's. Right now, I'm glad I spent the extra money. They sound very nice!!
    Living Room:....................[HTML] [/HTML] Zone 2 (Workout Room):
    AVR - Yamaha RX-V757......JBL 4312 Pro Monitors
    Pre - Nak CA-5
    AMP - Adcom 555 (Main)
    Main - Polk RTI8**/RTiA5
    AMP - Adcom 545II (Center)
    Center - Polk CSiA4**
    Sub - Snell Basis 300:p......Zone 3 (Outside)
    CD - Yamaha CDC-555.......Def Tech AW5500
    TV - Pani TH-42PZ80U
    BR - LG BD390
    Monster HTS1600 Power Center
    Dedicated Circuit - (2) 20amp, (1) 15amp
    Ben's IC, Canare 4S11
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  • mdaudioguy
    mdaudioguy Posts: 5,165
    edited May 2010
    curved wrote: »
    I tried out pretty much the same as mdaudioguy and ended up going with the Def Tech's. Right now, I'm glad I spent the extra money. They sound very nice!!

    I'm a fan of the Def Tech's too, and I remembered that their outdoor speakers sounded very much like my ProMonitors, which I'm very happy with. Good to hear you're enjoying them. I love having my tunes outside with me! :)
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  • Topper
    Topper Posts: 403
    edited May 2010
    Polk's having a promo where if you spend enough, they'l throw in a free set of Atriums. Perhaps you and a buddy or neighbor can pool together and take advantage?

    http://www.polkaudio.com/homeaudio/promo.php?id=60
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  • seeclear
    seeclear Posts: 1,243
    edited May 2010
    I got Atrium 45's from Amazon last year for $75. Granted, they are the "babies" of the Atrium line, but to get started, why not? Then, when your budget allows, upgrade. I'm putting a pair of 55's upstairs on the main deck, and the 45's go down below by the hottub. 45's in the master bath, too, for that matter.
    "Don't forget to change your politician. They are like diapers they need to be changed regularly, and for the same reason."
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  • Vette C6.r
    Vette C6.r Posts: 1,560
    edited May 2010
    szhleppy wrote: »
    Not trying to be an ****...but I don't think that anything in the $100 range is going to sound listenable or last more than 3 seasons in Maryland.....

    Not at all szhleepy. I have a system in pretty much every room. Just was trying to keep the cost down. I agree with you though.... Probably regret getting el ceapo's.


    Ed. Thanks for that info. Def. worth a listening to.

    Sherardp - thanks for your opinion. I was leaning towards them as well.

    Miller Lite Scott came to the rescue. He turned me on to Proficient speakers. I might gives these a shot.

    Thanks for the responses guys.
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