Hk235

Mjr7531
Mjr7531 Posts: 856
edited July 2005 in Electronics
I just got the HK235 today, wow, it's a beaut. I'll have more to say about it after I get more time with it.
My question is, how accurate is the auto calibration?
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  • Mike682
    Mike682 Posts: 2,074
    edited July 2005
    EZ set gets you close but isn't the most accurate. I used a radio shack spl meter with better results.

    Maybe the newer ez sets work better

    Mike
    Receiver: harmankardon AVR235
    Mains: polk R30
    Center: polk CSi3
    Rear Surrounds: polk R20
    Subwoofer: polk PSW404
    DVD: Panasonic DVD-S29
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  • aaharvel
    aaharvel Posts: 4,489
    edited July 2005
    Originally posted by Mjr7531
    I just got the HK235 today, wow, it's a beaut. I'll have more to say about it after I get more time with it.
    My question is, how accurate is the auto calibration?

    pretty accurate.

    actually Mike- starting with the 230, 330, etc... series they totally re-worked the e-z set. It's pretty damn accurate. I double checked mine with an SPL meter and it was within 1db for all 6 of my 7 channels. Not too shabby. =)
    H/K Signature 2.1+235
    Jungson MagicBoat II
    Revel Performa M-20
    Velodyne cht-10 sub
    Rega P1 Turntable

    "People working at Polk Audio must sit around the office and just laugh their balls off reading many of these comments." -Lush
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  • Mike682
    Mike682 Posts: 2,074
    edited July 2005
    Originally posted by aaharvel
    pretty accurate.

    actually Mike- starting with the 230, 330, etc... series they totally re-worked the e-z set. It's pretty damn accurate. I double checked mine with an SPL meter and it was within 1db for all 6 of my 7 channels. Not too shabby. =)

    Dammit!! Why do they always make improvements AFTER I buy my gear?!!

    Just kidding....good to hear EZ set was improved as I am eyeing a new HK.

    Mike
    Receiver: harmankardon AVR235
    Mains: polk R30
    Center: polk CSi3
    Rear Surrounds: polk R20
    Subwoofer: polk PSW404
    DVD: Panasonic DVD-S29
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  • aaharvel
    aaharvel Posts: 4,489
    edited July 2005
    just out of curiousity which one were you thinking about getting Mike?
    H/K Signature 2.1+235
    Jungson MagicBoat II
    Revel Performa M-20
    Velodyne cht-10 sub
    Rega P1 Turntable

    "People working at Polk Audio must sit around the office and just laugh their balls off reading many of these comments." -Lush
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  • Mike682
    Mike682 Posts: 2,074
    edited July 2005
    Originally posted by aaharvel
    just out of curiousity which one were you thinking about getting Mike?

    I am looking to get something like the 235, 335, etc. Basically I want a reciever with pre-outs, component jacks, etc. I eventually want to use it as a pre-pro.

    Mike
    Receiver: harmankardon AVR235
    Mains: polk R30
    Center: polk CSi3
    Rear Surrounds: polk R20
    Subwoofer: polk PSW404
    DVD: Panasonic DVD-S29
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  • aaharvel
    aaharvel Posts: 4,489
    edited July 2005
    Originally posted by Mike682
    I am looking to get something like the 235, 335, etc. Basically I want a reciever with pre-outs, component jacks, etc. I eventually want to use it as a pre-pro.

    Mike

    that's the exact route I took. IF you go to H/K's website and compare the 235 and 335 (wattage, current, features) you'll notice that the 235 is a better buy- especially if you're going to end up using it as a pre-amp/processor.

    If you're just going to use it for receiver duties- the choice gets a little bit tougher.

    I purchased my 235 at www.jandr.com
    Usually $500 everywhere like CircuitCity- I got mine for $350 including shipping and tax. Brand new, and they're a certified dealer so the warranty is valid.

    H/K 335 usually $700 on sale for $460
    H/K 235 usually $500 on sale for $350

    Good luck!
    H/K Signature 2.1+235
    Jungson MagicBoat II
    Revel Performa M-20
    Velodyne cht-10 sub
    Rega P1 Turntable

    "People working at Polk Audio must sit around the office and just laugh their balls off reading many of these comments." -Lush
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  • Mike682
    Mike682 Posts: 2,074
    edited July 2005
    Thanks for the info.

    You are right, JR has really good prices on stuff. JR is near me and usually CC will price match JR's prices. I actually bought my 225 this way.

    I will most likely get the 235 for use as a pre-pro unless some really good deal comes up on a higher model.

    Mike
    Receiver: harmankardon AVR235
    Mains: polk R30
    Center: polk CSi3
    Rear Surrounds: polk R20
    Subwoofer: polk PSW404
    DVD: Panasonic DVD-S29
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  • Mike682
    Mike682 Posts: 2,074
    edited July 2005
    Also, how do you like the rti4's as fronts???

    Are they neutral, etc.

    I am 60% music, 40%HT

    Thanks
    Mike
    Receiver: harmankardon AVR235
    Mains: polk R30
    Center: polk CSi3
    Rear Surrounds: polk R20
    Subwoofer: polk PSW404
    DVD: Panasonic DVD-S29
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  • aaharvel
    aaharvel Posts: 4,489
    edited July 2005
    Originally posted by Mike682
    Also, how do you like the rti4's as fronts???

    Are they neutral, etc.

    I am 60% music, 40%HT

    Thanks
    Mike

    Mike I love them. They're great little speakers. Neutral- yes- as long as they're hooked up to good amplfication. H/K would certainly qualify. =)
    H/K Signature 2.1+235
    Jungson MagicBoat II
    Revel Performa M-20
    Velodyne cht-10 sub
    Rega P1 Turntable

    "People working at Polk Audio must sit around the office and just laugh their balls off reading many of these comments." -Lush
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  • jet2001
    jet2001 Posts: 180
    edited July 2005
    just chiming in because I have RTi4's for fronts as well...

    I love them too. When running straight two channel, they sound great but missing the low end....when I add my sub to the mix, they sound wonderful. They were a bit bright for me, but once I switched from a Sony receiver to a Denon, they have mellowed out and the mids are more refined now.

    For HT they are great as well. For the awkward and limited space I have in my listening room, they work perfectly.
    RTi4-fronts
    CSi3-center
    R15-surrounds
    Cerwin Vega LW15-Sub
    Denon AVR 885
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  • aaharvel
    aaharvel Posts: 4,489
    edited July 2005
    Originally posted by jet2001
    They were a bit bright for me, but once I switched from a Sony receiver to a Denon, they have mellowed out and the mids are more refined now.

    I rest my case.



    Jet2001 thanks for the info. They really are nice speakers and you've got them paired to a great receiver brand. And if I haven't said it before, being as how you're new- Welcome to the forums.
    H/K Signature 2.1+235
    Jungson MagicBoat II
    Revel Performa M-20
    Velodyne cht-10 sub
    Rega P1 Turntable

    "People working at Polk Audio must sit around the office and just laugh their balls off reading many of these comments." -Lush
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  • ND13
    ND13 Posts: 7,601
    edited July 2005
    Good choice, you really can't go wrong with HK, Denon, or Marantz, IMO. I've owned all three at one time or another and they have very similar sound. Good luck and welcome to CP.
    "SOME PEOPLE CALL ME MAURICE,
    CAUSE I SPEAK OF THE POMPITIOUS OF LOVE"
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  • jet2001
    jet2001 Posts: 180
    edited July 2005
    Thanks. I've appreciated reading from all of you. Hopefully I'll be able to return the favor one day.

    Until then, I'll be sticking around. This is a great site and a great group of people.

    Thanks again,

    JT
    RTi4-fronts
    CSi3-center
    R15-surrounds
    Cerwin Vega LW15-Sub
    Denon AVR 885
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  • Mike682
    Mike682 Posts: 2,074
    edited July 2005
    Originally posted by jet2001
    Thanks. I've appreciated reading from all of you. Hopefully I'll be able to return the favor one day.

    Until then, I'll be sticking around. This is a great site and a great group of people.

    Thanks again,

    JT

    Thanks for the info on the RTi's and welcome to the forum

    Mike
    Receiver: harmankardon AVR235
    Mains: polk R30
    Center: polk CSi3
    Rear Surrounds: polk R20
    Subwoofer: polk PSW404
    DVD: Panasonic DVD-S29
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  • Mike682
    Mike682 Posts: 2,074
    edited July 2005
    Just went to go check out the RTis (4,6,8) at a local retailer. From a build quality stand point these things are built really well. Nice and solid.

    I couldn't hear 'em though because they were not hooked up and there was nobody around to help.

    Really nice speakers. I'm going to head to another retailer and try to take a listen.

    Has anyone had the ability to compare the RTis to the R series??How do they sound when compared to my R30's?

    Mike
    Receiver: harmankardon AVR235
    Mains: polk R30
    Center: polk CSi3
    Rear Surrounds: polk R20
    Subwoofer: polk PSW404
    DVD: Panasonic DVD-S29
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  • gshisme
    gshisme Posts: 1,038
    edited July 2005
    Originally posted by Mjr7531
    My question is, how accurate is the auto calibration?


    Like mike stated..It get's you close. My ears however are the final calibration instrument.
    suds, suds and more suds!
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  • jet2001
    jet2001 Posts: 180
    edited July 2005
    Has anyone had the ability to compare the RTis to the R series??How do they sound when compared to my R30's?

    I have R15's as my surrounds. I hooked them up as my fronts one day just to hear them. They are great little speakers as well, but they didn't have the range the RTi's had. By range I mean, the RTi's fill the room and sound like a multi-directional speaker...whereas the R15's I could hear from where the sound was coming.

    Don't get me wrong, they are a quality speaker, they just aren't as good 'to my ears' as the RTi's.
    RTi4-fronts
    CSi3-center
    R15-surrounds
    Cerwin Vega LW15-Sub
    Denon AVR 885
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  • aaharvel
    aaharvel Posts: 4,489
    edited July 2005
    Originally posted by jet2001
    I have R15's as my surrounds. I hooked them up as my fronts one day just to hear them. They are great little speakers as well, but they didn't have the range the RTi's had. By range I mean, the RTi's fill the room and sound like a multi-directional speaker...whereas the R15's I could hear from where the sound was coming.

    Don't get me wrong, they are a quality speaker, they just aren't as good 'to my ears' as the RTi's.

    I'm assuming (there's that word again) that Polk is phasing out the R's for the Monitors, yeah?

    I wonder how the Monitor Speakers, compare with the R speakers. Because imo the Monitors couldn't hold a candle to the rti's.
    H/K Signature 2.1+235
    Jungson MagicBoat II
    Revel Performa M-20
    Velodyne cht-10 sub
    Rega P1 Turntable

    "People working at Polk Audio must sit around the office and just laugh their balls off reading many of these comments." -Lush
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  • Mike682
    Mike682 Posts: 2,074
    edited July 2005
    Went to CC today and they had an open box 235 with a defect right on the front:
    The AV inputs on the front were missing. It looked like the plastic tabs weren't cut out although you can see the outline of the tabs.

    I'm sure the inputs were behind it but one never knows...

    Mike
    Receiver: harmankardon AVR235
    Mains: polk R30
    Center: polk CSi3
    Rear Surrounds: polk R20
    Subwoofer: polk PSW404
    DVD: Panasonic DVD-S29
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