Need Advice On these Speakers

TheMaster
TheMaster Posts: 184
edited September 2003 in Speakers
Is RT55i worth buying for $400.00 shipped ? If not, how much would you pay for thiem. I recently purchased a Dennon AVR-3803 and a CSi40 for my front channel, I know RTi70 is one of the most popular fronts in here. Any other alternatives that I can choose from to match up with my center and my receiver? What do you think of RTi100 for $430.00 shipped(brand new and sealed w/ original box)? Thanks guys
HT:

DENON AVR-3803
DENON DVM-1805
SONY DVP-NS300

SONY 36' HDTV Wega

ADCOM GFA-555
ADCOM GFA-555
ADCOM GFA-2535
ADCOM ACE-515

POLK RTi70's (Bi-Amped)
POLK CSi40
POLK FXi30's
POLK RTi38's
POLK CSi20
POLK PSW 450
SVS PB2 Plus

2 CH Stereo:

AudioSource Pre/Amp 1
Hafler DH-500
Sony CDP-CX235
Monster Cable HTS3500

SDA SRS 2.3tl
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  • TheMaster
    TheMaster Posts: 184
    edited September 2003
    Here's with out the grills
    HT:

    DENON AVR-3803
    DENON DVM-1805
    SONY DVP-NS300

    SONY 36' HDTV Wega

    ADCOM GFA-555
    ADCOM GFA-555
    ADCOM GFA-2535
    ADCOM ACE-515

    POLK RTi70's (Bi-Amped)
    POLK CSi40
    POLK FXi30's
    POLK RTi38's
    POLK CSi20
    POLK PSW 450
    SVS PB2 Plus

    2 CH Stereo:

    AudioSource Pre/Amp 1
    Hafler DH-500
    Sony CDP-CX235
    Monster Cable HTS3500

    SDA SRS 2.3tl
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  • RuSsMaN
    RuSsMaN Posts: 17,987
    edited September 2003
    The 55 is a great speaker. Some prefer it over the 800.

    Between your 2 choices mentioned, I'd take the 55's over the 100's any day. I think the price is fair on the 55's, shipping wouldn't be cheap, and they retailed for what $279 each? I can't remember.

    That being said, I'd like to see you find some for $200-$250.

    Cheers,
    Russ
    Check your lips at the door woman. Shake your hips like battleships. Yeah, all the white girls trip when I sing at Sunday service.
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,755
    edited September 2003
    55 went for 480 retail, 400 when they closed out the line.

    Would love to bag a pair of them some day.

    The 55 also goes for nothing short of retail value on EBay. Rarely do you see one go for under 300-350.
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • TheMaster
    TheMaster Posts: 184
    edited September 2003
    .
    HT:

    DENON AVR-3803
    DENON DVM-1805
    SONY DVP-NS300

    SONY 36' HDTV Wega

    ADCOM GFA-555
    ADCOM GFA-555
    ADCOM GFA-2535
    ADCOM ACE-515

    POLK RTi70's (Bi-Amped)
    POLK CSi40
    POLK FXi30's
    POLK RTi38's
    POLK CSi20
    POLK PSW 450
    SVS PB2 Plus

    2 CH Stereo:

    AudioSource Pre/Amp 1
    Hafler DH-500
    Sony CDP-CX235
    Monster Cable HTS3500

    SDA SRS 2.3tl
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  • Loud & Clear
    Loud & Clear Posts: 1,538
    edited September 2003
    I'll add this: The only circumstances under which I'd purchase the 800i's/i70's over the 55i's, is if my sole intention were to fulfill a home theater end, or if the price differential was staggering; which, by definition, makes the 55i the more versatile purchase, as I doubt it surrenders much in home theater applications.

    To elucidate my previous paragraph ... my 55i's smoke my 800i's in two channel exercises, and it ain't even close.

    Russ is accustomed to getting GREAT deals on good product, and that's great, but if you find a pair of 55i's for $200.00 I'd be surprised; and I'd also be involved in a bidding war with you. :>}

    Two Channel Setup:

    Speakers: Wharfedale Opus 2-3
    Integrated Amp: Krell S-300i
    DAC: Arcam irDac
    Source: iMac
    Remote Control: iPad Mini

    3.2 Home Theater Setup:

    Fronts: Klipsch RP-160M
    Center: Klipsch RP-160M
    Subwoofer: SVS PB12NSD (X 2)
    AVR: Yamaha Aventage RX-A2030
    Blu Ray: Sony BDP-S790
    TV Source: DirecTV Genie
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  • RuSsMaN
    RuSsMaN Posts: 17,987
    edited September 2003
    Actually - I know of a clean pair for sale for $224 out the door - right now.

    ;)

    Cheers,
    Russ
    Check your lips at the door woman. Shake your hips like battleships. Yeah, all the white girls trip when I sing at Sunday service.
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  • brettw22
    brettw22 Posts: 7,624
    edited September 2003
    Russ.......are you in the hunt? If not, PM me and hook a brotha up. I just bought some 38's while i'm out here in Cali, but not sure if I'm gonna keep them after I get home. We'll see how they sound, but i'm always interested in the bigger brothers.....
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  • RuSsMaN
    RuSsMaN Posts: 17,987
    edited September 2003
    I'll check this morning, see if they are still around.
    Check your lips at the door woman. Shake your hips like battleships. Yeah, all the white girls trip when I sing at Sunday service.
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  • TheMaster
    TheMaster Posts: 184
    edited September 2003
    $225. each right Russ?
    HT:

    DENON AVR-3803
    DENON DVM-1805
    SONY DVP-NS300

    SONY 36' HDTV Wega

    ADCOM GFA-555
    ADCOM GFA-555
    ADCOM GFA-2535
    ADCOM ACE-515

    POLK RTi70's (Bi-Amped)
    POLK CSi40
    POLK FXi30's
    POLK RTi38's
    POLK CSi20
    POLK PSW 450
    SVS PB2 Plus

    2 CH Stereo:

    AudioSource Pre/Amp 1
    Hafler DH-500
    Sony CDP-CX235
    Monster Cable HTS3500

    SDA SRS 2.3tl
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  • TheMaster
    TheMaster Posts: 184
    edited September 2003
    So I took a deep breath and bagged the 55 this morning. I just hope none of you guys are the seller of this speakers:mad: , just kidding:) . I'll let you guys know how this deal will turn out.

    Thanks
    HT:

    DENON AVR-3803
    DENON DVM-1805
    SONY DVP-NS300

    SONY 36' HDTV Wega

    ADCOM GFA-555
    ADCOM GFA-555
    ADCOM GFA-2535
    ADCOM ACE-515

    POLK RTi70's (Bi-Amped)
    POLK CSi40
    POLK FXi30's
    POLK RTi38's
    POLK CSi20
    POLK PSW 450
    SVS PB2 Plus

    2 CH Stereo:

    AudioSource Pre/Amp 1
    Hafler DH-500
    Sony CDP-CX235
    Monster Cable HTS3500

    SDA SRS 2.3tl
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