New install - rear surround without side and ATMOS
I have limited placement options for side speakers, but room for my RTi-8s behind the main viewing area.
It 'seems' to work OK setup like this, but does anybody know why none of the system give you that setup option?
Meaning I set them as side speakers but they are actually directly behind us.
I am looking at the option to mount some side speakers but not sure if I can pull that off yet.
Also, I have the option of using some of the Atmos speakers that set on top of your mains.
Like these :
https://www.bestbuy.com/site/klipsch-reference-series-4-100-watt-passive-2-way-height-channel-speakers-pair-black/6241805.p?skuId=6241805
What has your experience been with them?
IS Atmos worth investing in in general?
It 'seems' to work OK setup like this, but does anybody know why none of the system give you that setup option?
Meaning I set them as side speakers but they are actually directly behind us.
I am looking at the option to mount some side speakers but not sure if I can pull that off yet.
Also, I have the option of using some of the Atmos speakers that set on top of your mains.
Like these :
https://www.bestbuy.com/site/klipsch-reference-series-4-100-watt-passive-2-way-height-channel-speakers-pair-black/6241805.p?skuId=6241805
What has your experience been with them?
IS Atmos worth investing in in general?
Comments
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Update on this:
It looks like I will be able to mount a pair of Bose 301's on either side.
So, I have a 9 channel receiver (Marantz 6013).
Any suggestions on how to best utilize this receiver for this setup?
I also have an external amp that I am driving the front speakers with, so I *think* I can now use the receiver in a 11 channel mode. -
I am guessing not a lot of Atmos adopters here yet due to the lack of opinions.
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Forum experience with a mix-n-match Polk/Klipsch/Bose system? Probably not.
I would not bother with side surrounds. It's possible to have a great surround system with five speakers only.
Klipsch Atmos modules may or may not be optimal with RTi series speakers. A pair would only be needed for the main speakers. There is also a Klipsch forum. You may want to ask there for opinions on how well their modules work in a system. Polk has not had an Atmos option until the Legend line, other than doing an in-ceiling install.
