What`s the diff

beardog03
beardog03 Posts: 5,550
edited February 2006 in Speakers
Between a Cs40i and a Cs400i..?
















besides one having an extra 0 at the end... :rolleyes: :D
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,779
    edited February 2006
    Different Midbass, Tweeter, Enclosure, Finish, Baffle

    The Midbass on the CS400i is lighter, different material. The surround is also lighter and not near as stiff.

    The tweeter on the 400i is a silk base, with the metal laminates (magnesium, titanium and aluminum (I think), and has a bigger magnet as well as a larger driver depth. The internal parts of the tweeter on the 400i is of higher quality as well.

    The enclosure of the 400i is taller and not as wide as the i40 -- its also finished in a vinyl.

    The i40 is a veneer, and is a more slender design - I also believe the enclosure is larger internally for more bass response.

    The i40 also didnt use a non-diffraction baffle like the 400i did.

    And of course, the 400i uses a different crossover to work with the different drivers, all that.
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  • unc2701
    unc2701 Posts: 3,587
    edited February 2006
    A CS400i would go well with a RT1000i, whereas a CSi40 would go well with a RTi100.
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  • beardog03
    beardog03 Posts: 5,550
    edited February 2006
    Thanks guy`s..

    I have the 40i..

    Just wondering if I should look for another center speak after reading all these center speaker type questions..

    55i`s up front, and 38i`s in the back
    tweets don`t match but hey...Wtf, right..?!?

    maybe upgraded tweets in the 55`s would make em match better
    Cary SLP-98L F1 DC Pre Amp (Jag Blue)
    Parasound HCA-3500
    Cary Audio V12 amp (Jag Red)
    Polk Audio Xm Reciever (Autographed by THE MAN Himself) :cool:
    Magnum Dynalab MD-102 Analog Tuna
    Jolida JD-100 CDP
    Polk Audio LSi9 Speaks (ebony)
    SVS PC-Ultra Sub
    AQ Bedrock Speaker Cables (Bi-Wired)
    MIT Shotgun S1 I/C`s
    AQ Black Thunder Sub Cables
    PS Audio Plus Power Cords
    Magnum Dynalab ST-2 FM Antenna
    Sanus Cherry wood Speak Stands
    Adona AV45CS3 / 3 Tier Rack (Black /Gold)

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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,779
    edited February 2006
    Tweeter difference between Tri-Lam and Silk

    Picture taken by Disney Joe

    Just a slight difference in magnet depth/driver depth.

    The Tri Lam can NOT fit in a i40, it does not fit due to the depth difference. (From what I remember)
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  • beardog03
    beardog03 Posts: 5,550
    edited February 2006
    would`nt the silk fit in the 55`s ?
    Cary SLP-98L F1 DC Pre Amp (Jag Blue)
    Parasound HCA-3500
    Cary Audio V12 amp (Jag Red)
    Polk Audio Xm Reciever (Autographed by THE MAN Himself) :cool:
    Magnum Dynalab MD-102 Analog Tuna
    Jolida JD-100 CDP
    Polk Audio LSi9 Speaks (ebony)
    SVS PC-Ultra Sub
    AQ Bedrock Speaker Cables (Bi-Wired)
    MIT Shotgun S1 I/C`s
    AQ Black Thunder Sub Cables
    PS Audio Plus Power Cords
    Magnum Dynalab ST-2 FM Antenna
    Sanus Cherry wood Speak Stands
    Adona AV45CS3 / 3 Tier Rack (Black /Gold)

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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,779
    edited February 2006
    Yes...

    I thought you were talking about switching the tri lam into the i40...

    I wouldnt change out the tri lam for the silk man...
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  • beardog03
    beardog03 Posts: 5,550
    edited February 2006
    I have a brand new sl6501 in the box from polk, and a 6502 brand new in the box..

    been saving them for a rainy day when somethin tragic happens
    Cary SLP-98L F1 DC Pre Amp (Jag Blue)
    Parasound HCA-3500
    Cary Audio V12 amp (Jag Red)
    Polk Audio Xm Reciever (Autographed by THE MAN Himself) :cool:
    Magnum Dynalab MD-102 Analog Tuna
    Jolida JD-100 CDP
    Polk Audio LSi9 Speaks (ebony)
    SVS PC-Ultra Sub
    AQ Bedrock Speaker Cables (Bi-Wired)
    MIT Shotgun S1 I/C`s
    AQ Black Thunder Sub Cables
    PS Audio Plus Power Cords
    Magnum Dynalab ST-2 FM Antenna
    Sanus Cherry wood Speak Stands
    Adona AV45CS3 / 3 Tier Rack (Black /Gold)

    :cool:
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  • shack
    shack Posts: 11,154
    edited February 2006
    Sell the 40 and get a 400. Problem solved.
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  • dkg999
    dkg999 Posts: 5,647
    edited February 2006
    Beardog - the CSi40 is a pretty good center channel. I had a 400 prior to the i40, and I have a CSi5 in the bedroom HT system. I like the sound of the CSi40 the best. You might consider doubling up the center channel if you want more output. I went with a CSi40 below and above my monitor. It really made a difference in presence within the room. Don't let all the talk about soundwaves crashing into each other from the two center channels scare you off. Sometimes things work in spite of all the technical hocus-pocus!
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