which center should I get for my setup?

Dannieboiz

I currently have a pair of RTI100 for the front and RT15I for the surround, I'm deciding on which center channel and subwoofer would be a good match for my current setup. I don't hear enough of the bass off the build in subs I also have a KLH sub from my previous setup left which is installed. I'm also debating on if I should swap the RT15i out and get a pair of FX/300 for the rears. Everything is power off a HK AVR500

hejiraent

I only have experience with the CSi3 and CSi5. You can audition them for yourself at Circuit City. I found the 5's to be bass oriented to the point of ALMOST having a muddy sound. However, it may be just what you are looking for. Good luck!

ken brydson

The perfect match centers would be either the Csi30 or Csi40. They are last years model and are becoming scarce. Call all the CC's and Fry's anywhere near you and see if anybody has any left. If you're not opposed to used, keep an eye on Ebay. As far as a sub, Give us some budget and room size specifics and we'll give you some suggestions

Dannieboiz

I found a used PSW250 from a local buyer for 150, is this a reasonable price for this sub? Considering that it's used and it's in great condition?

doggie750

For center: get a csi40 or up
for surround: definetely get the Fxi series
For sub: Get the SVS subs....THEY're great, beyond your imaginary
RTi100: They're actually good if you have the right settings, you can research more about them in this forum on how to tune them the right way. IMO, never use the rca sub in, use the a speaker wire jumper from high binding post to low binding post. This will give you solid bass. You must play around with your receiver, disable the drange compression, and tweak your EQ. GOODLUCK.

About the $150 sub, that's a good deal.

Pablo

I just got the csi40 for my set up and it makes a major difference (I previsously used my TV for center). It matches everything else in the system perfectlly. If you are upgrading things, I would try to go Polk all around. If you don't go Polk everywhere, defenitly match your center to your fronts. If you use the system for mostly video, most of the sound comes from the center channel, so don't skimp.