what are the best new polks rti-a9 ?

carversound
carversound Posts: 44
edited January 2008 in 2 Channel Audio
what new polks are the best I can buy? For 2 channel
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 19,029
    edited January 2008
    For two channel...LSi, and depending on the speaker, a DSWmicropro4000 sub. I think. 90% certain, but not 100%.
    ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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  • carversound
    carversound Posts: 44
    edited January 2008
    Do all lsi 's have powered subs?
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  • carversound
    carversound Posts: 44
    edited January 2008
    I dont want a power sub
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  • ben62670
    ben62670 Posts: 15,969
    edited January 2008
    carversound wrote: »
    Do all lsi 's have powered subs?

    No.
    I personally like the LSI9's the most used with a separate sub. Also you will need an amp.
    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.
    Thanks
    Ben
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  • carversound
    carversound Posts: 44
    edited January 2008
    I want floor standing, speakers will be powered by 2 carver 1.5ts or 2 tfm 55s or 2 silver sevens Lots of watts and current.
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 19,029
    edited January 2008
    Hi carversound. Here is the product page for the lineup of floorstanders.

    http://www.polkaudio.com/homeaudio/products/individual/floorstanding/

    From what I have heard already, the LSi series gives the best sound for 2-channel listening, but as you see, the LSi25 and 15's both have a built in sub. An LSi9 bookshelf speaker with sub would be best suited for you from what I know. Don't let the size of the LSi9 fool you for what sound it produces. I have personally seen it turn many heads without a sub.

    There maybe another lineup that I am not aware of [or haven't heard] in Polk's current line up that is best suited for 2-channel listening, hopefully others will chime in with more information. Do you possibly have a store you can demo the lineup in? You might find that another lineup better suits your preferences.
    ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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  • carversound
    carversound Posts: 44
    edited January 2008
    now I see the lsi 15 does not have a powered sub? So the lsi will sound better then the rtia9?
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 19,029
    edited January 2008
    That's a matter of personal preference. It will always boil down to that. Personally, I prefer the LSi series and it seems that many folks on this board seem to like the 9's and the 15's.
    ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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  • BottomFeeder
    BottomFeeder Posts: 1,684
    edited January 2008
    I've been looking at speakers as well & here's how I've heard Polks described:

    Monitor series - Good
    RTi - A series - Better
    LSi series - Best
    "Wish I didn't know now what I didn't know then." Bob Seger
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  • carversound
    carversound Posts: 44
    edited January 2008
    treitz3 lsi 15s or can I get a pair of carver amazings the ones with 4 woofers and the ribbon for $1500 what would you do? I trust your judgement.
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  • carversound
    carversound Posts: 44
    edited January 2008
    Or whats the best carver speakers can i get for $1000 to $1500 ?
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 19,029
    edited January 2008
    Thank you for the kind words. What kind of music do you listen to? How patient are you? What kind of room size do you have?
    ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 19,029
    edited January 2008
    carversound wrote: »
    Or whats the best carver speakers can i get for $1000 to $1500 ?
    Hehe. That totally depends on everything , including personal preference as some swear by all of the Amazings and ALIII's as being the best. Personally, I like the Plat's. The only Plat that you would be interested in would be the original Platinum Edition and not the MKIV, as they are not bi-ampable. FYI, they would also be in your price range.
    ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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  • carversound
    carversound Posts: 44
    edited January 2008
    Hard rock/progressive jazz/modern pop/
    Patient
    20x20
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 19,029
    edited January 2008
    How far can you put the speakers away from the wall? Would three feet from the back wall be acceptable for you....and at least 2 feet from the outer walls?

    The Amazings, as it has been said many times, are a pair of speakers that should own in their lifetime. You also have the comparison between a close to vintage speaker and a brand new one with a warrantee. I can appreciate your budget, but even though all parts are still repairable/serviceable on the Carver's....the parts/repair can still add up.
    ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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  • carversound
    carversound Posts: 44
    edited January 2008
    Yes I could do 3 feet from wall, and 2 from side.
    Any Pics for that ct-7, I put my dj amp on creigs list and got A hit.
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 19,029
    edited January 2008
    No, I haven't gotten time to go get it yet. Maybe this weekend as soon as the ice melts.

    I'm gonna shoot you a PM in a couple of minutes.
    ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User] Posts: 1,394
    edited January 2008
    I really enjoy the lsi 9's. I enjoy it more then the 15's and 25's. The 9's to me are much more versatile in placement for sound. I have four of them setup with two subs. I have them setup in a relatively large living room and it sounds great. Going with two channel setup would still work out great, I would worry more about getting a good amp to power them with. Adcom for instance.
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