Center speaker difference?

xrapidx
xrapidx Posts: 73
edited April 2010 in Speakers
Afternoon All

I currently have two Polk Audio RTi A9's - and was wondering whether adding the center CSi A6 would make a considerable difference to my listening experience.

I do plan on adding this, as well as the surrounds and subwoofers at the end of this year (when building is complete, and I have space).

I currently only have space to add the center - and was wondering if it would make a noticeable difference to my listening experience.

I use the system for an even distribution of music and movies.

Regards!
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  • wutadumsn23
    wutadumsn23 Posts: 3,702
    edited March 2010
    IMHO, yes, a center channel will make all the difference in the world, esp. when it comes to movies. Something like 50-75% of all audio is formatted to play through your center channel, esp. dialogue. The A6 would make a welcome addition to your rig, esp. if you plan on making it a 5.1 before too long.

    -Jeff
    HT Rig
    Receiver- Onkyo TX-SR806
    Mains- Polk Audio Monitor 70
    Center- Polk Audio CS2
    Surrounds- Polk Audio TSi 500's :D
    Sub- Polk Audio PSW125
    Retired- Polk Audio Monitor 40's
    T.V.- 60" Sony SXRD KDS-60A2000 LCoS
    Blu-Ray- 80 GB PS3


    2 CH rig (in progress)
    Polk Audio Monitor 10A's :cool:

    It's not that I'm insensitive, I just don't care.. :D
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  • Knucklehead
    Knucklehead Posts: 3,602
    edited March 2010
    +1 on what Jeff said......maybe have room for a sub?

    David
    Polk Audio Surround Bar 360
    Mirage PS-12
    LG BDP-550
    Motorola HD FIOS DVR
    Panasonic 42" Plasma
    XBOX 360[/SIZE]

    Office stuff

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  • xrapidx
    xrapidx Posts: 73
    edited March 2010
    Thanks :)

    I wish - can't wait for my 'cinema' room to be complete - then I'll have all the space I need.

    Currently using our informal lounge - which is quite large, 12x13m - but surrounded in glass doors - so no real space to setup properly.
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  • Knucklehead
    Knucklehead Posts: 3,602
    edited March 2010
    Its a fun journey......keep us posted on your progress.
    Polk Audio Surround Bar 360
    Mirage PS-12
    LG BDP-550
    Motorola HD FIOS DVR
    Panasonic 42" Plasma
    XBOX 360[/SIZE]

    Office stuff

    Allied 395 receiver
    Pioneer CDP PD-M430
    RT8t's & Wharfedale Diamond II's[/SIZE]

    Life is one grand, sweet song, so start the music. ~Ronald Reagan
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  • Ohioste
    Ohioste Posts: 204
    edited March 2010
    Agree with the center. Never thought too much of it until I recently got my csi5.
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  • xrapidx
    xrapidx Posts: 73
    edited March 2010
    Quick questions.

    1.) what's the Rear "Kickstand"? Is it a separate accessory, or is it part of the speaker.

    2.) I'm currently running the RTi A9's bi-wired using QED Silver Anniversary XT Bi-Wire (inherited it from a friend about a week after he got it :D) - would it be best to get the same (non bi-wire version) for the center. QED Silver Anniversary XT : http://www.futureshop.co.uk/product_info.php?products_id=515{9}39{10}96{12}98
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  • Knucklehead
    Knucklehead Posts: 3,602
    edited March 2010
    I believe its a stand that you can mount on top of your tv that has a "kickstand" on the rear to support the weight of the center channel.
    Polk Audio Surround Bar 360
    Mirage PS-12
    LG BDP-550
    Motorola HD FIOS DVR
    Panasonic 42" Plasma
    XBOX 360[/SIZE]

    Office stuff

    Allied 395 receiver
    Pioneer CDP PD-M430
    RT8t's & Wharfedale Diamond II's[/SIZE]

    Life is one grand, sweet song, so start the music. ~Ronald Reagan
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  • wutadumsn23
    wutadumsn23 Posts: 3,702
    edited March 2010
    Yup, you are correct Sir. Don't remember the models off hand that sport that little guy, but I have seen it before.

    -Jeff
    HT Rig
    Receiver- Onkyo TX-SR806
    Mains- Polk Audio Monitor 70
    Center- Polk Audio CS2
    Surrounds- Polk Audio TSi 500's :D
    Sub- Polk Audio PSW125
    Retired- Polk Audio Monitor 40's
    T.V.- 60" Sony SXRD KDS-60A2000 LCoS
    Blu-Ray- 80 GB PS3


    2 CH rig (in progress)
    Polk Audio Monitor 10A's :cool:

    It's not that I'm insensitive, I just don't care.. :D
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  • Murray1
    Murray1 Posts: 193
    edited March 2010
    Just finished my RTi set up that included CSiA6. For HT, definitely a must. Shop around and you can save some money when they are on sale - Newegg,etc. I added a Hsu sub followed by my rears. IMHO, add center, then sub, then rears. Good luck.
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  • NewHTguy
    NewHTguy Posts: 584
    edited March 2010
    I'm not much into HT, but I still like having a center. Without it I find myself continually adjusting volume to hear dialogue.
    MAIN: Polk Lsi9s; Polk PSW505; Lsic (in box); Onkyo SR-875; Parasound 2250; Cambridge Audio 740C; LG BD370
    OFFICE: Polk Lsi7; REL T3; HK 3490; CA 840W; Onkyo C-S5VL
    BENCHED: CS20; OWM3s
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  • xrapidx
    xrapidx Posts: 73
    edited April 2010
    Well - I got the speaker, and WOW - what a difference... I look forward to my next addition.
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  • wutadumsn23
    wutadumsn23 Posts: 3,702
    edited April 2010
    Never knew what you were missing huh? LOL, glad you like your new addition, happy upgrading....

    -Jeff
    HT Rig
    Receiver- Onkyo TX-SR806
    Mains- Polk Audio Monitor 70
    Center- Polk Audio CS2
    Surrounds- Polk Audio TSi 500's :D
    Sub- Polk Audio PSW125
    Retired- Polk Audio Monitor 40's
    T.V.- 60" Sony SXRD KDS-60A2000 LCoS
    Blu-Ray- 80 GB PS3


    2 CH rig (in progress)
    Polk Audio Monitor 10A's :cool:

    It's not that I'm insensitive, I just don't care.. :D
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  • Murray1
    Murray1 Posts: 193
    edited April 2010
    xrapidx wrote: »
    Well - I got the speaker, and WOW - what a difference... I look forward to my next addition.

    You will really enjoy your HT when you add the sub.
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  • wutadumsn23
    wutadumsn23 Posts: 3,702
    edited April 2010
    ^^ +1, a sub is def. next for you, lol.

    -Jeff
    HT Rig
    Receiver- Onkyo TX-SR806
    Mains- Polk Audio Monitor 70
    Center- Polk Audio CS2
    Surrounds- Polk Audio TSi 500's :D
    Sub- Polk Audio PSW125
    Retired- Polk Audio Monitor 40's
    T.V.- 60" Sony SXRD KDS-60A2000 LCoS
    Blu-Ray- 80 GB PS3


    2 CH rig (in progress)
    Polk Audio Monitor 10A's :cool:

    It's not that I'm insensitive, I just don't care.. :D
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  • xrapidx
    xrapidx Posts: 73
    edited April 2010
    Thanks - still deciding on what sub to go with, the local market here is limited (South Africa).
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  • xrapidx
    xrapidx Posts: 73
    edited April 2010
    Thanks - already got the center :)

    Out of interest, whats the difference between the PRO and MicroPRO subs? The MicroPro are considerably more expensive here.
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  • madnod
    madnod Posts: 79
    edited April 2010
    +1, i live in qatar so i have limited sub options, i have 2 RTI A9s, CSI A6,2 FXI A4s, 2 RTI A1 and 1 DSW PRO 600 , the room is 5.5 m X 8.5 m the sub is excellent, a second one will sure help, but i really recommend this sub.

    next step is to order some amps, i've ordered an emotiva XPA 5, the plan is to add 2 XPA 2 or XPA 1s later on.

    ur on the right path, u will not regret the final result once u've completed ur setup
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