upgrading center channel

Options
Aqs612scag
Aqs612scag Posts: 102
edited June 2007 in Vintage Speakers
Hello,
I currently have a CS245 and would like to ask if the CS350ls is considered an upgrade. I have compared the specs and they are about the same. Pls advise.
Thanks.
Post edited by Aqs612scag on

Comments

  • Aqs612scag
    Aqs612scag Posts: 102
    edited June 2007
    Options
    I have sda 2 fronts with the sl1000 tweeter and have read somewhere in the forum that the cs350 is a good match for them.
  • haimoc
    haimoc Posts: 1,031
    edited June 2007
    Options
    I have an Usher center speaker for sale.
    http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?t=52788

    Just in case you have not seen it.
  • Aqs612scag
    Aqs612scag Posts: 102
    edited June 2007
    Options
    Yes, I have seen it and it's a beautiful piece of equipment but unfortunately -out of my price range. Thanks for the offer.
  • engtaz
    engtaz Posts: 7,654
    edited June 2007
    Options
    I use Monitor 5's.
    engtaz

    I love how music can brighten up a bad day.
  • NeilGabriel
    NeilGabriel Posts: 1,487
    edited June 2007
    Options
    I have a Monitor 5 in 120 watt HT Rotel system, and a CSi5 in a 110 watt Denon HT system. I like them both alot. I haven't been running the CSi5 long enough to compare the two. I got it used for $250 plus shipping. It is twice the size of my former JBL N series.
  • ohskigod
    ohskigod Posts: 6,502
    edited June 2007
    Options
    that cs350 is a big step up from the 245. wont be aperfect tibre match with your mains, but it will well more than close enough. upgrading your center is always a good thing to do for a home theater.

    if you get the cs350, always keep your eye out for a pair of LS90's to use as mains. they are the timbre match for that center, and that front soundstage sounds dynamite. its what I had before I got my LSi's and the combo performed very well
    Living Room 2 Channel -
    Schiit SYS Passive Pre. Jolida CD player. Songbird streamer. California Audio Labs Sigma II DAC, DIY 300as1/a1 Ice modules Class D amp. LSi15 with MM842 woofer upgrade, Nordost Blue Heaven and Unity interconnects.

    Upstairs 2 Channel Rig -
    Prometheus Ref. TVC passive pre, SAE A-205 Amp, Wiim pro streamer and Topping E50 DAC, California Audio Labs DX1 CD player, Von Schweikert VR3.5 speakers.

    Studio Rig - Scarlett 18i20(Gen3) DAW, Mac Mini, Aiyma A07 Max (BridgedX2), Totem Mites
  • Skynut
    Skynut Posts: 2,967
    edited June 2007
    Options
    Are you getting a deal on the CS350ls or you are just interested?

    Where are you in the bay area?

    the reason I ask is I have a cs400i I may be willing to sell locally but I am not interested in shipping it.

    Shoot me a pm if interested.
    Skynut
    SOPA® Founder
    The system Almost there
    DVD Onkyo DV-SP802
    Sunfire Theater Grand II
    Sherbourn 7/2100
    Panamax 5510 power conditioner (for electronics)
    2 PSAudio UPC-200 power conditioners (for amps)
    Front L/R RT3000p (Bi-Wired)
    Center CS1000p (Bi-Wired) (under the television)
    Center RT2000p's (Bi-Wired) (on each side of the television)
    Sur FX1000
    SVS ultra plus 2

    www.ShadetreesMachineShop.com
    Thanks for looking
  • Aqs612scag
    Aqs612scag Posts: 102
    edited June 2007
    Options
    Hello Skynut, I'm in SF and I have a deal pending on the cs350- going to demo it this weekend.
    Thanks for your offer.
  • Skynut
    Skynut Posts: 2,967
    edited June 2007
    Options
    Cool.
    Skynut
    SOPA® Founder
    The system Almost there
    DVD Onkyo DV-SP802
    Sunfire Theater Grand II
    Sherbourn 7/2100
    Panamax 5510 power conditioner (for electronics)
    2 PSAudio UPC-200 power conditioners (for amps)
    Front L/R RT3000p (Bi-Wired)
    Center CS1000p (Bi-Wired) (under the television)
    Center RT2000p's (Bi-Wired) (on each side of the television)
    Sur FX1000
    SVS ultra plus 2

    www.ShadetreesMachineShop.com
    Thanks for looking