$$ to spend but on what......

michael_w
michael_w Posts: 2,813
edited May 2004 in Speakers
Hey people just looking on some advice on buying speakers in the $500-600 range (cdn). So far I've been checking out the polk rti6's as well as some of psb's speakers. Haven't listened to any current model psb's but from what I've heard they're good. Any ideas on what to buy or maybe save to get a better model? BTW I will be listening to music about 90% of the time and occasionally pushing them hard (when no ones home :D ).
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  • Willow
    Willow Posts: 11,055
    edited May 2004
    you looking for only a stereo setup ??
    you wont get enough bass outta the 4 or 6...need a sub as well
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  • michael_w
    michael_w Posts: 2,813
    edited May 2004
    I will be using it mostly for stereo but occasionally ht and yes I already have two subs..... I'm running my lfe out to a seperate receiver and the second receiver is powering two car subs (only till I get my Rava or something better lol)
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  • Willow
    Willow Posts: 11,055
    edited May 2004
    well I would opt for the 6's and replace the jumpers
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  • AsSiMiLaTeD
    AsSiMiLaTeD Posts: 11,728
    edited May 2004
    I can't speak for the psbs, but the 6s are fine speakers...
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  • michael_w
    michael_w Posts: 2,813
    edited May 2004
    well I would opt for the 6's and replace the jumpers

    Jumpers as in binding posts? So far I'm still a beginner when it comes to speakers so sorry about all the little noob questions lol. Also, what will this swap cost me and how easily is it done?
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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 50,729
    edited May 2004
    Check out some NHT SB-3's. You might find there isn't a need for a sub, they are quite punchy and hit 39Hz with no problem. $600.00 at Audio Advisor

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  • michael_w
    michael_w Posts: 2,813
    edited May 2004
    F1Nut thanks for the suggestion on the sb3's i'll have to go to one of the dealers and demo them. Although the price is $600 us my budget is $500 to 600 cnd for now. Althought if its worth it to get those over a different model like the rti6's I think I can hold off and get a pair of SB3's after a few more days of work.
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  • kingkip
    kingkip Posts: 401
    edited May 2004
    Fry's has Lsi7's for 199 US right now. I don't think there are any Fry's in Canada, but if shipping isn't terrible I would pick em up and send them to you. Just a thought.
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  • kingkip
    kingkip Posts: 401
    edited May 2004
    I just saw that you are in BC, so shipping may not be so bad. For 200 it may even be worth a trip.:)
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  • michael_w
    michael_w Posts: 2,813
    edited May 2004
    Yeah lsi7's would be sweet for 200 but are they open box or just clearing out old stock? I tried to find them but I'm not sure if I have the right Frys cause I didn't find them there. But the lsi7's are 4ohms which is kinda crappy since my receiver is rated to only handle 6-8. I think for 200 I'll have to see if I can get my dad to drive me to a frys (he'll probably laugh at me but its worth a shot). I might just have to take you up on your offer to ship them for me... I'll let you know what I decide. Thanks!
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  • kingkip
    kingkip Posts: 401
    edited May 2004
    You got the right Fry's, most of the time their online store doesn't reflect the brick and mortar shops at all. They are refurbs, but still carry Polk' warranty.
    But the lsi7's are 4ohms which is kinda crappy since my receiver is rated to only handle 6-8.

    Don't you know, that is what this obsession is all about. Never being satisfied (for more than 3 weeks anyway). Now you can look for an amp.:p

    Anyway, I'd be happy to do it, let me know.
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