Moving from 5.1 to 7.1 Advice? The UMF is calling!

JediCowboy
JediCowboy Posts: 56
edited May 2003 in Speakers
Crutchfield.com is currently offering a pair of RTi38s for $340. Almost too good to pass up and I think I'm going to bite! I'd just like to get a little input before I do.

Currently my room layout is as in the attached JPG and I have the receiver/speakers listed in my sig.

I plan on adding the RTi38s to the Rear wall but due to the placement of doors, they will need to be rather close to each other What's an optimum distace between the rear speakers? Is there a suggested angle from the "sweet spot? Should these speakers be elevated if possible?

I assume the best thing to do with the FXi50s is to leave them where they are and leave them set to dipole?

Thanks for any advice!
The Force is with Me -- YEEHAW!!!

Denon 3802
Mains -- RTi70s Biwired
Center -- CSi40 Biwired
Surrounds -- FXi50s
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  • ChrisDurano
    ChrisDurano Posts: 372
    edited May 2003
    I'd like to help you out.....but I can't seem to see that pic (jpeg). Can you try submitting it again?
    Home Speakers polkaudio RTi70's (bi-wired), CSi30, FX3000i, PSW250

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  • JediCowboy
    JediCowboy Posts: 56
    edited May 2003
    Originally posted by ChrisDurano
    I'd like to help you out.....but I can't seem to see that pic (jpeg). Can you try submitting it again?

    My word that was fast! I was just trying to fix that problem myself!
    The Force is with Me -- YEEHAW!!!

    Denon 3802
    Mains -- RTi70s Biwired
    Center -- CSi40 Biwired
    Surrounds -- FXi50s
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  • JediCowboy
    JediCowboy Posts: 56
    edited May 2003
    Damn! Nothing seems to be working. I can view the JPG on my computer just fine but I can't view it if I upload it anywhere at all. Weird.

    You're welcome to try here:
    http://home.ptd.net/~dgittler/RoomLayout.jpg
    The Force is with Me -- YEEHAW!!!

    Denon 3802
    Mains -- RTi70s Biwired
    Center -- CSi40 Biwired
    Surrounds -- FXi50s
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  • ChrisDurano
    ChrisDurano Posts: 372
    edited May 2003
    Still no luck w/ the jpeg. I'm guessing you have the F/X on the sides? If that's the case, the RTi38's would be perfect on the rear wall......elevated high.
    Home Speakers polkaudio RTi70's (bi-wired), CSi30, FX3000i, PSW250

    Car speakers polkaudio EX 369, DB 650
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  • Ron-P
    Ron-P Posts: 8,519
    edited May 2003
    Here's what I get from that link.
    The image “http://home.ptd.net/~dgittler/RoomLayout.jpg” cannot be displayed, because it contains errors.


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  • JediCowboy
    JediCowboy Posts: 56
    edited May 2003
    Originally posted by ChrisDurano
    Still no luck w/ the jpeg. I'm guessing you have the F/X on the sides? If that's the case, the RTi38's would be perfect on the rear wall......elevated high.

    Yep, I'm clueless as to why its not working, but don't want to waste any more time figuring it out.

    Yep, you're right. FXi50s are on the sides.
    The Force is with Me -- YEEHAW!!!

    Denon 3802
    Mains -- RTi70s Biwired
    Center -- CSi40 Biwired
    Surrounds -- FXi50s
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  • fireshoes
    fireshoes Posts: 3,167
    edited May 2003
    Hey Jedi, throw an email my way.
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  • ken brydson
    ken brydson Posts: 8,772
    edited May 2003
    CC has 'em online for $340 with free shipping. If Crutchfield has a shipping charge that might be a better way to go
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  • gacole2000
    gacole2000 Posts: 255
    edited May 2003
    $270 new on e-bay.
    AVR: Yamaha RX-V661
    DVD: Yamaha DV-C6480
    BR: Samsung 1600
    Mains: Polk RT55 (bi-amped)
    Center: CS300
    Sides: FX1000
    Rears: RT/FX
    Subs: SVS 20-39 PC+ 12.3 & DIY SVS 12.2
    Projector: Optoma HD70 w/ 106" Elite Screen
    Power: Panamax MAX 5100
    Remote: Harmony One
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  • Demiurge
    Demiurge Posts: 10,874
    edited May 2003
    http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=3022418759&category=14991

    Yeah, buy THOSE. Great deal.
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  • Frank Z
    Frank Z Posts: 5,860
    edited May 2003
    Excuse my ignorance but, WTF is UMF?
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  • ChrisDurano
    ChrisDurano Posts: 372
    edited May 2003
    If you plan on getting them, consider this. Those one's for $270 on ebay are actually $300 after shipping. And I don't believe they are authorized dealers....so support just in case you got some bad one's might be "sketchy." I'd just fork over the extra $40 at CC or Crutchfield and not worry bout the anxiety. Just my 2 cents. Either way though, you'll be much satisfied with the RTi38's. Good luck
    Home Speakers polkaudio RTi70's (bi-wired), CSi30, FX3000i, PSW250

    Car speakers polkaudio EX 369, DB 650
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  • JediCowboy
    JediCowboy Posts: 56
    edited May 2003
    Originally posted by Frank Z
    Excuse my ignorance but, WTF is UMF?

    The Unseen Mystical Forces that compell us against our better judgment to buy things we don't need, but are Oh So Cool.
    The Force is with Me -- YEEHAW!!!

    Denon 3802
    Mains -- RTi70s Biwired
    Center -- CSi40 Biwired
    Surrounds -- FXi50s
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  • brettw22
    brettw22 Posts: 7,624
    edited May 2003
    UMF = Unseen Mystical Forces

    aka The Want Factor

    I don't believe in mystical forces.....just that inner effin voice that says "Go Bigger".............
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  • gacole2000
    gacole2000 Posts: 255
    edited May 2003
    Bon't forget the tax at CC.
    AVR: Yamaha RX-V661
    DVD: Yamaha DV-C6480
    BR: Samsung 1600
    Mains: Polk RT55 (bi-amped)
    Center: CS300
    Sides: FX1000
    Rears: RT/FX
    Subs: SVS 20-39 PC+ 12.3 & DIY SVS 12.2
    Projector: Optoma HD70 w/ 106" Elite Screen
    Power: Panamax MAX 5100
    Remote: Harmony One
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  • ChrisDurano
    ChrisDurano Posts: 372
    edited May 2003
    Sry....forgot about tax. None in Oregon
    Home Speakers polkaudio RTi70's (bi-wired), CSi30, FX3000i, PSW250

    Car speakers polkaudio EX 369, DB 650
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,741
    edited May 2003
    Dude, Ebay: 300 bucks allday! 340...thats way way too effin high. Get a pair of RT35i's for god sakes.
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  • burdette
    burdette Posts: 1,194
    edited May 2003
    I am a firm believer in getting the best deal, and I consistently buy things mailorder. However, I agree that buying locally has real value and that the cash flow is not the only consideration. Not only if you need service, but just a matter of supporting the local economy.

    And, you don't always save that much by mailordering. I bought a VCR at Sears a couple of years ago, and the guy matched an ON LINE price that I had. I told him.. I want this VCR and I don't want to write you a check over $200.. tax, title, everything.. he did it. I did the same thing at CC last year when I bought a receiver... told the guy they'd had it on sale over Christmas and that I'd like to walk out of the store without paying over X dollars... he came back with a price five bucks less than I wanted.. he got the sale.

    Usually, I'll easily pay an extra 10-15% if it means I can hop in my car, bring it home that day, and give the profit to a local business. The percentage of things I buy mailorder is still pretty high simply because a LOT of things aren't available locally.
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