Opinions RT20 P Speakers

928man
928man Posts: 71
edited July 2012 in Speakers
Have a chance to buy a pair of RT20p speakers for around $300. Supposedly mint condition with all original packaging. Seller also has matching CS350 center. Any opinions?
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  • adb3da
    adb3da Posts: 507
    edited July 2012
    I've heard good things although I've not heard them directly. I have some RT16s which are from the same series. I like them alot. If they are indeed mint and the amps are in good shape then I think it could be a nice addition for you. The drivers are some of the more rare items so if something goes bad down the road it could take some time to find a replacement.
  • mantis
    mantis Posts: 17,201
    edited July 2012
    They are fantastic speakers but I agree with the repair troubles. Maybe not to bad as I'm sure some replacement drivers maybe a upgrade anyway. I always liked those and for 300 bucks with a center channel , its a steal. Go try and buy anything new to even come close to performing anywhere near their abilities.
    When you buy used , you get a lot more for your money when they are in good shape. Even if in ok shape your getting a very good product for a lot less then retail. Always worth it.
    Dan
    My personal quest is to save to world of bad audio, one thread at a time.
  • adb3da
    adb3da Posts: 507
    edited July 2012
    OP, if $300 Includes the center than I think becomes an easier decision. That's a nice sounding front soundstage.
  • 928man
    928man Posts: 71
    edited July 2012
    Thanks for input. Picking up towers and center with all original packing, boxes, manuals, supposedly in "like new" condition for $300 early am. Should I need a separate sub for movies? Would Fx500i make good surrounds with these?
  • mantis
    mantis Posts: 17,201
    edited July 2012
    Yes and yes , run them full range , no LFE and get an external sub.
    Dan
    My personal quest is to save to world of bad audio, one thread at a time.
  • 928man
    928man Posts: 71
    edited July 2012
    So, run lfe from receiver to sub and a full range preamp output to inputs on low section of rt20s?