XPS-2 with Rti 10s

NewHTguy
NewHTguy Posts: 584
edited November 2008 in Electronics
Does anyone have experience using an XPA-2 with Rti 10's? Is it overkill? I figure adding an XPA-2 would give me great 2-channel and lighten the load on the Onk for other three channels. Should I keep my money for future upgrade?
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  • SolidSqual
    SolidSqual Posts: 5,218
    edited November 2008
    No, buy the amp. then get new speakers. Then replace the Onkyo with a 2 channel pre with an HT bypass if you still want HT.
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  • NewHTguy
    NewHTguy Posts: 584
    edited November 2008
    That's exactly what I'm afraid of!:confused:
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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited November 2008
    There's no such reality called, "overkill" regarding amps.
    HT/2-channel Rig: Sony 50” LCD TV; Toshiba HD-A2 DVD player; Emotiva LMC-1 pre/pro; Rogue Audio M-120 monoblocks (modded); Placette RVC; Emotiva LPA-1 amp; Bada HD-22 tube CDP (modded); VMPS Tower II SE (fronts); DIY Clearwave Dynamic 4CC (center); Wharfedale Opus Tri-Surrounds (rear); and VMPS 215 sub

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  • cfrizz
    cfrizz Posts: 13,415
    edited November 2008
    Agreed with EB, get the amp. But once you discover the difference the XPA2 makes you will want to discover if it will make a difference with the other 3 channels. So get the XPA5 and be done with that particular upgrade once & for all.

    Do it once, do it right, sit back & enjoy for years to come!
    Marantz AV-7705 PrePro, Classé 5 channel 200wpc Amp, Oppo 103 BluRay, Rotel RCD-1072 CDP, Sony XBR-49X800E TV, Polk S60 Main Speakers, Polk ES30 Center Channel, Polk S15 Surround Speakers SVS SB12-NSD x2
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  • NewHTguy
    NewHTguy Posts: 584
    edited November 2008
    EB, No overkill just overbudget!

    Cfrizz,
    I've read great things about the XPA-5 (and 3). The problem is that some people claim the XPA-2 sounds better than the XPA-5, despite a similar wpc rating when driving two-channels. I'm more concerned with the two-channel since my HT sound is already pretty darn good. The Onk is quite potent for an AVR, so I thought it would be capable of handling the Center and surrounds.

    On the other hand, if the sound from the XPA-5 is pretty close to the XPA-2, then I might as well have the flexibility of five channels. Decisions decisions.... I guess there are much worst problems to have than trying to decide on an amp!
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  • Ern Dog
    Ern Dog Posts: 2,237
    edited November 2008
    You might get more info about that on the Emotiva forum.
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  • NewHTguy
    NewHTguy Posts: 584
    edited November 2008
    I've been reading some of those threads. However, I was hoping to get the opinion of those who are pushing the same speakers. Most of the threads I saw were from Lsi owners, or other manufacturers.
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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited November 2008
    NewHTguy wrote: »
    EB, No overkill just overbudget!

    Cfrizz,
    I've read great things about the XPA-5 (and 3). The problem is that some people claim the XPA-2 sounds better than the XPA-5, despite a similar wpc rating when driving two-channels. I'm more concerned with the two-channel since my HT sound is already pretty darn good.

    Yep, it's true. The XPA-2 sounds better than the XPA-5, so what are you waiting for? Stop thinking and start buying.
    HT/2-channel Rig: Sony 50” LCD TV; Toshiba HD-A2 DVD player; Emotiva LMC-1 pre/pro; Rogue Audio M-120 monoblocks (modded); Placette RVC; Emotiva LPA-1 amp; Bada HD-22 tube CDP (modded); VMPS Tower II SE (fronts); DIY Clearwave Dynamic 4CC (center); Wharfedale Opus Tri-Surrounds (rear); and VMPS 215 sub

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  • curved
    curved Posts: 664
    edited November 2008
    Get that amp and let us know how it sounds:D
    Living Room:....................[HTML] [/HTML] Zone 2 (Workout Room):
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    Pre - Nak CA-5
    AMP - Adcom 555 (Main)
    Main - Polk RTI8**/RTiA5
    AMP - Adcom 545II (Center)
    Center - Polk CSiA4**
    Sub - Snell Basis 300:p......Zone 3 (Outside)
    CD - Yamaha CDC-555.......Def Tech AW5500
    TV - Pani TH-42PZ80U
    BR - LG BD390
    Monster HTS1600 Power Center
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  • iskandam
    iskandam Posts: 704
    edited November 2008
    I ran my XPA-5 with the RTi8s, CSi5, and FXi3s when I still had them and they sound fantastic. I haven't heard XPA-2 yet but the -5 truly opened up those speakers. I was running them off a Harman Kardon receiver and the difference is astounding. If your priority is HT then it's a no-brainer. Get XPA-5 and you won't look back, especially with their x-mas sale coming up this weekend ($100 off and free shipping!)
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  • NewHTguy
    NewHTguy Posts: 584
    edited November 2008
    Iskandam, I don't see anything about X-mas sale on their website? But if that's true, then it is a done deal.

    Early/Curved, I'm getting there. Just trying to make the right decision.
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  • SolidSqual
    SolidSqual Posts: 5,218
    edited November 2008
    Here's an email I received:

    Dear Customers and Friends,

    Christmas comes early at Emotiva!

    We are announcing our Holiday Sale a little early this year. Check out our site on November 15th for the updated sale prices.

    We are featuring the following:

    xpa-2 $699.00
    xpa-5 $699.00

    xpa-3 $599.00
    upa-7 $599.00


    erm-1 $199.00
    erd-1 $249.00 pair

    ALONG WITH FREE SHIPPING!!!!


    These are the lowest prices EVER on all of our amplifiers and speakers. Hurry while supplies last.

    Hope to hear from you soon.

    Sincerely,


    Cathy Laufman
    Emotiva Audio
    106 Mission Court Suite 101
    Franklin, TN 37067
    615 771-1224
    FAX 615 771-1128

    www.emotiva.com


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  • NewHTguy
    NewHTguy Posts: 584
    edited November 2008
    Thanks SolidSqual! That rocks!
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