home theater opinions needed (lsi or rti)

JimBRICK
JimBRICK Posts: 1,543
edited March 2007 in Speakers
Ok guys heres my dilema I dont know which way to go

these are my 2 proposed home theater set ups

rti10 front
csi5 center
fxi5 rears
rti6 6th channel
psw505


or
lsi9 fronts
lsic center
lsifx rears
lsi7 6th channel
psw505

this is what I want to know
I listen like 90% tv,gaming and movies
10% music

is the rti system going to be better for me using them mostly for home theater?
cause with the electronics I'm looking at 2 totally different bills.
thanks
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  • ben62670
    ben62670 Posts: 15,969
    edited March 2007
    lsi9 fronts
    lsic center
    lsifx surrounds
    lsifx surround backs
    SVS sub
    HK receiver with PreOuts
    Adcom GFA-7500, 7705, 7707
    Sony 400 disk DVD player(he likes movies most)
    Hot cup of chacolate milk, and some popcorn
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    ...
    Please. Please contact me a ben62670 @ yahoo.com. Make sure to include who you are, and you are from Polk so I don't delete your email. Also I am now physically unable to work on any projects. If you need help let these guys know. There are many people who will help if you let them know where you are.
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  • disneyjoe7
    disneyjoe7 Posts: 11,435
    edited March 2007
    My vote would be the RTi setup because of HT over music / also Towers over Bookshelf's. Now if you added Lsi15 over the Lsi9's for front then it's 50 /50 if you could swing that coinage.

    Speakers
    Carver Amazing Fronts
    CS400i Center
    RT800i's Rears
    Sub Paradigm Servo 15

    Electronics
    Conrad Johnson PV-5 pre-amp
    Parasound Halo A23
    Pioneer 84TXSi AVR
    Pioneer 79Avi DVD
    Sony CX400 CD changer
    Panasonic 42-PX60U Plasma
    WMC Win7 32bit HD DVR


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  • Midnite Mick
    Midnite Mick Posts: 1,591
    edited March 2007
    RTi better for home theatre IMO. Save some money that can be put towards a sub as well.

    Mike
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited March 2007
    RTi.
    CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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  • reeltrouble1
    reeltrouble1 Posts: 9,312
    edited March 2007
    based on your choices as given I would lean to the RTi, should you be able substitue the LSI15 for the RTi10 I would go with the LSi, its simply a better overall set of speakers that will last you a lifetime, remember tastes can change over time. The RTi line is getting/has gotten an overhaul, so your speakers although new to you will be an "old" series from nearly the get go.

    Either way you will have a very nice Home Theater set of speakers.

    Enjoy.

    RT1
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  • JimBRICK
    JimBRICK Posts: 1,543
    edited March 2007
    I work for a dealer so if I go rti I will be waiting for the new line.


    another question if I go with the lsi15 for my fronts will I need to buy a sub?
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  • janmike
    janmike Posts: 6,146
    edited March 2007
    BEFORE:
    RTi100
    Rti38
    CSi5

    NOW:
    LSi9
    LSiFX
    LSiC

    I will take the LSi series any day even though they are more $. The detail is the difference.
    Michael ;)
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  • JimBRICK
    JimBRICK Posts: 1,543
    edited March 2007
    thanks all!!! Jan I was hoping I'd get an opinion from someone who owned both types of systems so I'll def be going with the LSI I was just second thinking myself. I was going to get the lsi9's but everyone keeps telling my to go with the 15's. But I figured if I go lsi9 with a good sub the lsi15's weren't needed
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  • janmike
    janmike Posts: 6,146
    edited March 2007
    The reason I went with the 9's is I will be adding towers for a 2-CH rig. Due to space constraints I am forced to use one room and did not want 4 towers in the same room. The 9's for me was the best selection and they sound awesome. I also own a SVS PB12-PLUS and that puts the whole HT package neatly together. Just make sure you get some decent power for those LSi speakers.
    Michael ;)
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  • JimBRICK
    JimBRICK Posts: 1,543
    edited March 2007
    I'm ordering this

    http://www.emotiva.com/products.html
    the ultra theater series

    I have a friend who pirchased one and it sounded very nice with his paradigm speakers.
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  • janmike
    janmike Posts: 6,146
    edited March 2007
    Looks like that should do the trick. Very nice.
    Michael ;)
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  • JimBRICK
    JimBRICK Posts: 1,543
    edited March 2007
    and cheap :) later on I will upgrade the amp and pre to an outlaw 990/7200 combo. But I cant be spending all this money right now even with my dealer price I'm paying a pile for these speakers.
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  • JimBRICK
    JimBRICK Posts: 1,543
    edited March 2007
    so to my other question if I go with the lsi15's will a sub be needed? I've spent alot of time with the rti's but my lsi experience is low
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  • janmike
    janmike Posts: 6,146
    edited March 2007
    I am not sure about the 15's, but if it is HT you are after then a sub is a definite. There is no way any speaker is going to give you the depth for HT. And if you have not heard a SVS sub - check it out Sir.

    Now get me a good deal on a big screen. HA HA.
    Michael ;)
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  • JimBRICK
    JimBRICK Posts: 1,543
    edited March 2007
    oh man have you looked at the prices on crutchfield lately they're giving tv's away.
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  • JimBRICK
    JimBRICK Posts: 1,543
    edited March 2007
    they have a TH-42PX60U 1499 now thats a bottom line price

    Panasonic TH-50PX60U 1999


    and I'm not even a plasma fan but I'd buy one at that price
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  • bbeacham
    bbeacham Posts: 141
    edited March 2007
    I use 4 LSi15s, an LSiC, and the PSW1000 sub for HT, and I love it. With the right movie it is magic.
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  • JimBRICK
    JimBRICK Posts: 1,543
    edited March 2007
    I just won a kdf46e2000 in a contest at work that I'll be selling for 1500 cad when I get it in a few weeks but your a little far away
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  • JimBRICK
    JimBRICK Posts: 1,543
    edited March 2007
    ok decision made this is my new system no more thinking

    lsi15 fronts
    lsic center
    lsifx rears
    lsi7 6th channel
    psw505

    and the emotiva ultra theater series
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  • janmike
    janmike Posts: 6,146
    edited March 2007
    I live in Yellowknife. Shipping is like waking up, we do it every day.
    Crutchfield sell Panasonic?
    Michael ;)
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  • McLoki
    McLoki Posts: 5,231
    edited March 2007
    JimBRICK wrote:
    ok decision made this is my new system no more thinking

    lsi15 fronts
    lsic center
    lsifx rears
    lsi7 6th channel
    psw505

    and the emotiva ultra theater series

    Sounds like a great system. Based on the fact that you chose the LSi's over the RTi's, I assume you do not really like to settle for something if you don't have to. I would really rethink your sub choice before laying out the money. I know you are getting it on accomodation and will save money by purchasing it, but Polk is just not the ideal sub company when it comes to home theater (imo).

    Why spend money on something now that you know you are going to want to replace with your next upgrade?

    Michael

    Edit - I would also try to run 7 channels if you are going above 5. Your rear channels (LSi7's) should be placed about 2' or so apart from each other from what I understand. Then again, what do I know - I am still running 5.1. :)
    Mains.............Polk LSi15 (Cherry)
    Center............Polk LSiC (Crossover upgraded)
    Surrounds.......Polk LSi7 (Gloss Black - wood sides removed and crossovers upgraded)
    Subwoofers.....SVS 25-31 CS+ and PC+ (both 20hz tune)
    Pre\Pro...........NAD T163 (Modded with LM4562 opamps)
    Amplifier.........Cinepro 3k6 (6-channel, 500wpc@4ohms)
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  • TennesseeOutlaw
    TennesseeOutlaw Posts: 414
    edited March 2007
    CHANGE THE SUB OUT!!! Check SVS and HSU.. You will be much happier in the long run.. Polk subs just arent up to par with these (2) particualr brands..
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  • JimBRICK
    JimBRICK Posts: 1,543
    edited March 2007
    I've been hearing that about polk subs. everytime I see a guy with a bad **** system on here he has all polk speaker s and a different sub. I have a friend who works at another store so I might be able to squeeze another deal :)
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  • Jet_olson
    Jet_olson Posts: 39
    edited March 2007
    I have a STF-2 from HSU (~350 shipped) and it rocks the house....for music it is fantastic as well....imo...there is no better sub for the money. If you are seriously considering Polk for a sub then you owe it to yourself to at least check out HSu before buying...you will be pleased and so will your wallet!
    Rec: Yamaha RX-V659
    L/R: Polk Audio RTi8's
    C: CSi3
    RSurrounds: TC610i's
    Sub: Hsu Research STF-2
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    http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showcase/view.php?userid=78895
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  • janmike
    janmike Posts: 6,146
    edited March 2007
    Do as they say Jim. You not be disappointed. I have a SVS PB12-PLUS. WOW!
    Michael ;)
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  • SKsolutions
    SKsolutions Posts: 1,820
    edited March 2007
    Is there such a thing as: Posting Tourettes
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  • Huck344
    Huck344 Posts: 453
    edited March 2007
    Definitely change the sub to SVS or HSU. It's understandable that you probably want to stay with a Polk sub because you get a discount, but if you are almost exclusively HT, you will be disapointed with the Polk.

    The Emotiva looks totally cool, but I don't know much about it. Does anyone else have it?
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  • fireshoes
    fireshoes Posts: 3,167
    edited March 2007
    I know you are already decided, but just for reassurance, LSi for home theater over RTi everyday of the week. (LSi15 and RTi12 owner)
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  • G-2
    G-2 Posts: 533
    edited March 2007
    Brand spankin' new SVS owner here, it simply blows away the polks, velo's, ...

    Don't know anything about the Hsu but my guess is it's a great piece as well! Don't mind us becuse we don't talk to you for a while! Can't hear anyhing over the music...:eek:
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