I only have 24 hrs. to decide! help!

angelsfann02
angelsfann02 Posts: 589
edited November 2010 in Speakers
I am going to purchas a set of lsi15's tomorrow. I wasnt able to locate a thread on this subject but is there a reason to purchase a set of rtia9 or rtia7's instead of the lsi15? Please weigh in as Im buying them in 24 hrs!!! The seller will not hold them any longer...
LIVING ROOM:
Pioneer PDP-6070HD, Pioneer Elite SC-25, Pioneer Elite BDP-05FD,
Emotiva XPA-5, Emotiva USP-1, Polk LSI15's, Polk LSiC, Velodyne 12", Mirage Nanosat Prestige rears, MIT AVT Speaker Cables, Audioquest King Cobra Interconnects, Panamax M5300pm Surge Protection/ Power Conditioning
BEDROOM: VIZIO 32" LCD, Pioneer Elite VSX-23txh, Pioneer Elite BDP-23FD, Parasound HCA-2205A, Mirage Nanosat Prestige Speakers 5.1, Mirage S8 Sub, Monoprice cables, APC Surge Protection.
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  • AudioGenics
    AudioGenics Posts: 2,567
    edited November 2010
    how much ?
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  • nooshinjohn
    nooshinjohn Posts: 25,470
    edited November 2010
    LSi's are a better speaker IMHO, so I would grab those. SDA"s however are the way to go for sonic bliss.
    The Gear... Carver "Statement" Mono-blocks, Mcintosh C2300 Arcam AVR20, Oppo UDP-203 4K Blu-ray player, Sony XBR70x850B 4k, Polk Audio Legend L800 with height modules, L400 Center Channel Polk audio AB800 "in-wall" surrounds. Marantz MM7025 stereo amp. Simaudio Moon 680d DSD

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  • mdaudioguy
    mdaudioguy Posts: 5,165
    edited November 2010
    The biggest consideration would be available amplification. LSis are 4 ohm speakers and usually require a separate, high-current amp to get the most out of them. RTiA series are 8 ohms and thus, easier to drive, and might sound decent with just an AVR or smaller amp to drive them.
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  • HTguru1982
    HTguru1982 Posts: 1,066
    edited November 2010
    LSi15's are superior in every way. Make sure you have a good amp to drive them. The only reason to go with the RTi's is if you're only able to drive them with a receiver.
    Display: Sony 42" LCD
    Sources: Harman Kardon DVD-27,
    Panasonic DMP-BDT110 blu ray player
    AVR: Sony STR-DA2400ES
    Amps: Sonance Sonamp 260(fronts),
    Kenwood KM-894(surrounds)
    Fronts: NHT 2.5
    Center: NHT VS-1.2A
    Surrounds: NHT Super One
    Subwoofer: SVS PB10-ISD
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  • angelsfann02
    angelsfann02 Posts: 589
    edited November 2010
    Going with separate amplification. Using my Pioneer vsx-23thx as a preamp. I just wanna make sure im doing the right thing.....I dont want any regrets. The price is really good on the lsi15's.
    LIVING ROOM:
    Pioneer PDP-6070HD, Pioneer Elite SC-25, Pioneer Elite BDP-05FD,
    Emotiva XPA-5, Emotiva USP-1, Polk LSI15's, Polk LSiC, Velodyne 12", Mirage Nanosat Prestige rears, MIT AVT Speaker Cables, Audioquest King Cobra Interconnects, Panamax M5300pm Surge Protection/ Power Conditioning
    BEDROOM: VIZIO 32" LCD, Pioneer Elite VSX-23txh, Pioneer Elite BDP-23FD, Parasound HCA-2205A, Mirage Nanosat Prestige Speakers 5.1, Mirage S8 Sub, Monoprice cables, APC Surge Protection.
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  • jimmydep
    jimmydep Posts: 1,305
    edited November 2010
    The 15's are tough to beat if you've got the proper amplification.
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  • angelsfann02
    angelsfann02 Posts: 589
    edited November 2010
    Keep it coming guys!
    LIVING ROOM:
    Pioneer PDP-6070HD, Pioneer Elite SC-25, Pioneer Elite BDP-05FD,
    Emotiva XPA-5, Emotiva USP-1, Polk LSI15's, Polk LSiC, Velodyne 12", Mirage Nanosat Prestige rears, MIT AVT Speaker Cables, Audioquest King Cobra Interconnects, Panamax M5300pm Surge Protection/ Power Conditioning
    BEDROOM: VIZIO 32" LCD, Pioneer Elite VSX-23txh, Pioneer Elite BDP-23FD, Parasound HCA-2205A, Mirage Nanosat Prestige Speakers 5.1, Mirage S8 Sub, Monoprice cables, APC Surge Protection.
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  • tonyb
    tonyb Posts: 33,019
    edited November 2010
    Keep what comming ? The LSI 15 is a better speaker, what else do you want to know ?
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    Polk FX500 surrounds

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  • grimmace19
    grimmace19 Posts: 1,429
    edited November 2010
    15's all the way if the price is right!
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  • mdaudioguy
    mdaudioguy Posts: 5,165
    edited November 2010
    angelsfann02 wrote: »
    Going with separate amplification. Using my Pioneer vsx-23thx as a preamp. I just wanna make sure im doing the right thing.....I dont want any regrets. The price is really good on the lsi15's.
    Sounds like a no-brainer. If you've got the money and you think it's a good deal...
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  • angelsfann02
    angelsfann02 Posts: 589
    edited November 2010
    Sorry guys, I dont mean to sound lame. I just want opinions from people like yourselves that are more informed.
    LIVING ROOM:
    Pioneer PDP-6070HD, Pioneer Elite SC-25, Pioneer Elite BDP-05FD,
    Emotiva XPA-5, Emotiva USP-1, Polk LSI15's, Polk LSiC, Velodyne 12", Mirage Nanosat Prestige rears, MIT AVT Speaker Cables, Audioquest King Cobra Interconnects, Panamax M5300pm Surge Protection/ Power Conditioning
    BEDROOM: VIZIO 32" LCD, Pioneer Elite VSX-23txh, Pioneer Elite BDP-23FD, Parasound HCA-2205A, Mirage Nanosat Prestige Speakers 5.1, Mirage S8 Sub, Monoprice cables, APC Surge Protection.
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  • mole'
    mole' Posts: 3,160
    edited November 2010
    whats the price on the LSi15s?
    mole'
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  • angelsfann02
    angelsfann02 Posts: 589
    edited November 2010
    They are asking $1100. I can maybe offer them less if I see any imperfections. Driving out to Los Angeles to at least see them. I know the lsi need lots of power so what do I do if I get there and they only have an avr to audition them with. Wont they sound crappy?
    LIVING ROOM:
    Pioneer PDP-6070HD, Pioneer Elite SC-25, Pioneer Elite BDP-05FD,
    Emotiva XPA-5, Emotiva USP-1, Polk LSI15's, Polk LSiC, Velodyne 12", Mirage Nanosat Prestige rears, MIT AVT Speaker Cables, Audioquest King Cobra Interconnects, Panamax M5300pm Surge Protection/ Power Conditioning
    BEDROOM: VIZIO 32" LCD, Pioneer Elite VSX-23txh, Pioneer Elite BDP-23FD, Parasound HCA-2205A, Mirage Nanosat Prestige Speakers 5.1, Mirage S8 Sub, Monoprice cables, APC Surge Protection.
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  • EndersShadow
    EndersShadow Posts: 17,596
    edited November 2010
    1100 isnt that great of a deal. As an example you can get a pair of factory refurbed LSI25's from Polk Direct (vie their ebay site) for 1300 + shipping. The LSi's 15's go for less than that obviously, but you have to wait till a pair shows up.

    Not saying not to do it, just saying thats probably about what you would pay for the 15's from Polks ebay site and that does include a warranty....
    "....not everything that can be counted counts, and not everything that counts can be counted." William Bruce Cameron, Informal Sociology: A Casual Introduction to Sociological Thinking (1963)
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  • Sherardp
    Sherardp Posts: 8,038
    edited November 2010
    A9s if home theater is the main use of them. Those 7" drivers are a force to reckon with and sound great.
    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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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,538
    edited November 2010
    15's, 15's, 15's!
    Source: Bluesound Node 2i - Preamp/DAC: Benchmark DAC2 DX - Amp: Parasound Halo A21 - Speakers: MartinLogan Motion 60XTi - Shop Rig: Yamaha A-S501 Integrated - Shop Spkrs: Elac Debut 2.0 B5.2
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  • angelsfann02
    angelsfann02 Posts: 589
    edited November 2010
    This would be mostly for hometheater use. 75% of use would be for movies.
    LIVING ROOM:
    Pioneer PDP-6070HD, Pioneer Elite SC-25, Pioneer Elite BDP-05FD,
    Emotiva XPA-5, Emotiva USP-1, Polk LSI15's, Polk LSiC, Velodyne 12", Mirage Nanosat Prestige rears, MIT AVT Speaker Cables, Audioquest King Cobra Interconnects, Panamax M5300pm Surge Protection/ Power Conditioning
    BEDROOM: VIZIO 32" LCD, Pioneer Elite VSX-23txh, Pioneer Elite BDP-23FD, Parasound HCA-2205A, Mirage Nanosat Prestige Speakers 5.1, Mirage S8 Sub, Monoprice cables, APC Surge Protection.
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  • angelsfann02
    angelsfann02 Posts: 589
    edited November 2010
    Lasareath wrote: »
    Yes it all comes down to price.

    So you you want us to keep it coming then spill the beans and give us the price!
    I will see when they were purchasex and if they have warranty. Does polk transfer warranties? Who know guys, maybe I can talk em down for less cash....
    LIVING ROOM:
    Pioneer PDP-6070HD, Pioneer Elite SC-25, Pioneer Elite BDP-05FD,
    Emotiva XPA-5, Emotiva USP-1, Polk LSI15's, Polk LSiC, Velodyne 12", Mirage Nanosat Prestige rears, MIT AVT Speaker Cables, Audioquest King Cobra Interconnects, Panamax M5300pm Surge Protection/ Power Conditioning
    BEDROOM: VIZIO 32" LCD, Pioneer Elite VSX-23txh, Pioneer Elite BDP-23FD, Parasound HCA-2205A, Mirage Nanosat Prestige Speakers 5.1, Mirage S8 Sub, Monoprice cables, APC Surge Protection.
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  • evil ryu
    evil ryu Posts: 41
    edited November 2010
    Sherardp wrote: »
    A9s if home theater is the main use of them. Those 7" drivers are a force to reckon with and sound great.

    i humbly agree :wink:
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  • engtaz
    engtaz Posts: 7,664
    edited November 2010
    lsi15's get my vote
    engtaz

    I love how music can brighten up a bad day.
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  • maximillian
    maximillian Posts: 2,144
    edited November 2010
    I love LSi speakers but I am mainly a music listener. If you are 75% movies then you may want to go with the RtiA's. Many people do not like the matching LSiC center speaker, and you may be dissapointed with the "laid back" sound overall.

    There are people (like myself) that think the exact opposite though. I could not stand the RTi tweeter (Rti6's - I read that the RTiA's tweeters are not as bright though) and love my LSi9's for music and movies. I think the LSiC sounds great too and prefer it to the CSi5 that I had.

    Any chance you can head on over to Fry's or other dealer and have a listen?

    The other things to consider is amplification. Do not drive the LSi15's with an AVR. It can be done for low volumes but it's a bad idea. You will need external amplification. This isn't a huge deal since you can get a decent entry external amp for $200-$300 used. However, if you already have an AVR and it doesn't have pre-outs then you must change your AVR too. Note that the RTiA7's or A9's will also benefit from external amplification.
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  • AudioGenics
    AudioGenics Posts: 2,567
    edited November 2010
    a few more and 24 hours will be up

    make any decision ?
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  • heiney9
    heiney9 Posts: 25,217
    edited November 2010
    LSi 15's for sure over any RTi line, but $1100 isn't a very good deal even if they are NIB. It's not the highest I've seen, but the seller isn't doing you any favors at that price, so keep that in mind.

    H9
    "Appreciation of audio is a completely subjective human experience. Measurements can provide a measure of insight, but are no substitute for human judgment. Why are we looking to reduce a subjective experience to objective criteria anyway? The subtleties of music and audio reproduction are for those who appreciate it. Differentiation by numbers is for those who do not".--Nelson Pass Pass Labs XA25 | EE Avant Pre | EE Mini Max Supreme DAC | MIT Shotgun S1 | Pangea AC14SE MKII | Legend L600 | BlueSound Node 3 - Tubes add soul!
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  • heiney9
    heiney9 Posts: 25,217
    edited November 2010
    Actually $1100 isn't too bad, offer $1K if they look and sound good. I'm used to people getting smoking deals. A friend got a nice used pair for $800.

    H9
    "Appreciation of audio is a completely subjective human experience. Measurements can provide a measure of insight, but are no substitute for human judgment. Why are we looking to reduce a subjective experience to objective criteria anyway? The subtleties of music and audio reproduction are for those who appreciate it. Differentiation by numbers is for those who do not".--Nelson Pass Pass Labs XA25 | EE Avant Pre | EE Mini Max Supreme DAC | MIT Shotgun S1 | Pangea AC14SE MKII | Legend L600 | BlueSound Node 3 - Tubes add soul!
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  • angelsfann02
    angelsfann02 Posts: 589
    edited November 2010
    Finally got back home. Well here's the outcome, I ended up buying the Lsi15 speakers. Final price....$850. Thats not all folks. Also included in the purchase was a mint Lsic and a Velodyne Dps-12 sub. The condition of the speakers are as follows; 15's are 7/10, the Lsic is a 9/10, and the sub is a 7/10. I want a chance to really play them but all I have is a Pioneer vsx-23 AVR. How'd I do guys?
    LIVING ROOM:
    Pioneer PDP-6070HD, Pioneer Elite SC-25, Pioneer Elite BDP-05FD,
    Emotiva XPA-5, Emotiva USP-1, Polk LSI15's, Polk LSiC, Velodyne 12", Mirage Nanosat Prestige rears, MIT AVT Speaker Cables, Audioquest King Cobra Interconnects, Panamax M5300pm Surge Protection/ Power Conditioning
    BEDROOM: VIZIO 32" LCD, Pioneer Elite VSX-23txh, Pioneer Elite BDP-23FD, Parasound HCA-2205A, Mirage Nanosat Prestige Speakers 5.1, Mirage S8 Sub, Monoprice cables, APC Surge Protection.
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  • mrbiron
    mrbiron Posts: 5,711
    edited November 2010
    nice grab!
    If you offered $30 more he might have thrown in his wife!
    Where’s the KABOOM?!?! There’s supposed to be an Earth shattering KABOOM!!!
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  • Vette C6.r
    Vette C6.r Posts: 1,560
    edited November 2010
    Sounds like you did ok.

    Work on that AVR. Like the others said, get an external amp to drive the 15's. You won't regret it.

    Post pics when you can.
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  • cnoat
    cnoat Posts: 315
    edited November 2010
    Sounds real good.Nice score!
    Parasound Avc-1800
    Mains-Rti 12 -Parasound 1500a
    Center-Csi5-Parasound 1000a
    Rears-Rti 8-Parasound 750a
    Sub SVS Ultra Tv 12
    Diamondback and King Cobra IC's
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  • angelsfann02
    angelsfann02 Posts: 589
    edited November 2010
    So I guess the right thing to do is not power them with my Avr right? I had read here before that unpowering the lsi line is bad...
    LIVING ROOM:
    Pioneer PDP-6070HD, Pioneer Elite SC-25, Pioneer Elite BDP-05FD,
    Emotiva XPA-5, Emotiva USP-1, Polk LSI15's, Polk LSiC, Velodyne 12", Mirage Nanosat Prestige rears, MIT AVT Speaker Cables, Audioquest King Cobra Interconnects, Panamax M5300pm Surge Protection/ Power Conditioning
    BEDROOM: VIZIO 32" LCD, Pioneer Elite VSX-23txh, Pioneer Elite BDP-23FD, Parasound HCA-2205A, Mirage Nanosat Prestige Speakers 5.1, Mirage S8 Sub, Monoprice cables, APC Surge Protection.
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  • PSOVLSK
    PSOVLSK Posts: 5,234
    edited November 2010
    I'm not familiar with your AVR, but I would think you'd be okay short term if you keep the volume down.

    Very nice deal for sure. Congrats!
    Things work out best for those who make the best of the way things work out.-John Wooden
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