Difference between RTi and RTiA Series?
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Hey guys,
sorry if this has been covered elsewhere, I tried searching and didn't come up with anything.
I'm curious as to the differences between the RTi and RTiA series speakers.
Most of what I read says that they're basically the same speaker, but surely there has to be some differences?
sorry if this has been covered elsewhere, I tried searching and didn't come up with anything.
I'm curious as to the differences between the RTi and RTiA series speakers.
Most of what I read says that they're basically the same speaker, but surely there has to be some differences?
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Well there is a letter A in one and not the other..
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The cabinets are VERY different and there is possibly some sound differences, but highly doubt it that's pronounced if its there. Its mostly aesthetic."....not everything that can be counted counts, and not everything that counts can be counted." William Bruce Cameron, Informal Sociology: A Casual Introduction to Sociological Thinking (1963)
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The A series is a better looking design, not sure on sound differences but worth the extra coin for looks alone.Home Theater
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From what I hear, the RtiA series is a tad less bright. Maybe they added a resistor in the xover or something.
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thanks for the responses so far.
yeah, I'm more curious as to whether there are any design diffs. for instance, the RTi8 vs the RTiA5. the RTiA5 employs the PowerPort Plus, whereas the RTi8 uses the PowerPort. the RTiA5 seems to have an additional port at the bottom on the front. stuff like this.I disabled signatures. -
Well there is a letter A in one and not the other..
What do I win???
LOL!! J/K
That was funnyEndersShadow wrote: »The cabinets are VERY different and there is possibly some sound differences, but highly doubt it that's pronounced if its there. Its mostly aesthetic.
+1, agree with this.The RTi A5 is a fine speaker
The A5 really had a nice sound to it during audition time I spent with the store demo pair.
This is a common statement from all the A5 owners I know, in fact, some use phrases like "In heaven", but I've also heard those statements from i8 owners as well.
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Geoff, if the idjit sales guy didn't lead me over to the system with the A7s on it...the A5s would be in my living room, there wouldn't be a Parasound amp and well...enough said. LOL
LOL, too bad there wasn't a bigger idjit to lead you to the A9 set up, you'd be a hysterical mofe like myself
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good stuff, thanks fellas.
I'm seeing the previous gen RTi series speakers on sale here and there.
was about the pull the trigger on the RTi12's over at Fry's a couple of weeks ago, but wasn't quite sure, and was seeing mixed feedback, most of which stating that they require a proper amp. won't be a problem, but just wasn't quite ready to jump in. now wondering whether I should have gone for them and just run them as is while I research and shop out the rest of this system.
system priority is for music, with home theater secondary. I'm sure I'll find myself with a floor/amp combo down the road, but the RTi12's just seemed almost too big, and the RTiA7's seemed like a better fit. I have nothing to base this on though. haven't heard either, but noticed years ago how underpowered speakers can sound a bit empty. the space hugely open with and irregular floor plan, but just standard 8ft ceiling. listening area is not yet set, either, and speaker size may dictate this to a degree, which I realize is sort of backward, but as it sits, there are no "side" walls.
the reason for this post and asking about the RTi8/A5 is that I was considering something for slightly fuller music in the meantime, while I decide on some proper floor speakers/amp. just been messing around with some used/donated equipment lately, consisting of a little Pioneer VSX-521K and a set of old Infinity Minuette satellites, center + 8" subwoofer. I haven't bought equipment in years, and am coming from the old huge floor speakers with 12" - 18" woofers/mids/tweeters + horns. obviously things have changed a lot since then, and while the current setup is okay, it's just okay, and I am noticing lack of body, for obvious reasons.
anyway, while we're on the subject -
1. are the RTi12's essentially the same as the RTiA9's? both offer PowerPort Plus - are these cabs the same otherwise save for some aesthetics, or truly redesigned? I've been seeing everyone saying that they're the same thing, but are they really? surely there has to be some design difference to come with the name change. I'm just not finding this info anywhere.
2. to those of you with the RTi12/A9 - is it that much better for rich, full music than the RTi10/A7? and even at mid to low listening levels, or do these things need to be cranked to sound good? as I understand it, this is probably a function of power at any listening level, yes?I disabled signatures. -
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anyway, while we're on the subject -
1. are the RTi12's essentially the same as the RTiA9's? both offer PowerPort Plus - are these cabs the same otherwise save for some aesthetics, or truly redesigned? I've been seeing everyone saying that they're the same thing, but are they really? surely there has to be some design difference to come with the name change. I'm just not finding this info anywhere.
2. to those of you with the RTi12/A9 - is it that much better for rich, full music than the RTi10/A7? and even at mid to low listening levels, or do these things need to be cranked to sound good? as I understand it, this is probably a function of power at any listening level, yes?
1. Essentially yes. I've got the 9's but I know guys with the 12's and have heard the 9's and feel no need to switch.
2. I chose the 9 because of the unique midrange/tweeter compared to the other speakers in it's series. They are very accurate at low to mid levels but man does the detail jump out at you at high levels.Source: BRP Panasonic UB9000, CDP Emotiva ERC3 - Display: LG OLED EVO 83 C3 - Pre/Pro: Marantz 8802A - Amplification: Emotiva XPA-DR3, XPA-2 x 2, XPA-6, Speakers, Mains/2ch-Focal Kanta No2's, C-LSiM706, S-702F/X, RS-RTiA9's, WS-RTiA9's, FH-RTiA3's, Subs - Epik Empire x 2
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I was able to listen to the RTI A5 and RTI 8 side by side when I first started shopping. I really didn't hear very much difference in sound, they were both in the middle of a fairly large show room, and I'm far from being an audiophile. Personally, I liked the A5's a little better than the A7's, just a tad better mid-range in my opinion.
I settled on the A5's, because I got a really good buy, and like the cabinets a lot better than the traditional box shape if the RTI line. Completely satisfied with them, but I was looking for a speaker mainly for HT. -
Here is my honest opinion, you will be very happy with either the RTi12's or the RTiA9's, for the price of the 12's jump and don't look back if you have a tight budget.
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music being the primary focus, I just assumed I'd need an amp at some point with real floor speakers, yeah.If your going to get an Amp with some Power in the mix, get the A9's and don't look back.
okay, good info.
I was just reading about the 12/9A and see that they have a separate sealed enclosure for the mid-high array while the sub enclosure is ported (pretty cool; seems like a little like a component setup and would be pretty clean, I'd think?) and the RTi8/10 uses a slightly different setup for that (ARC)? just stumbled across the RTi10's as well, btw. this complicates things a bit. haha, I think I need a break and some time for this to sink in. the options get overwhelming when piecing a system together.
is ARC still separated from the main cabinet enclosure?1. Essentially yes. I've got the 9's but I know guys with the 12's and have heard the 9's and feel no need to switch.
2. I chose the 9 because of the unique midrange/tweeter compared to the other speakers in it's series. They are very accurate at low to mid levels but man does the detail jump out at you at high levels.I disabled signatures. -
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This was asked while Mark(doro) was here more and if I member right there was crossover work also in the A line..His words"better crossovers"....Of course better cabinetry...
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I am going through a similar situation but just can't get myself to like the rti style, they look better with the grills on than the Rtia, my opinon, but I want to run them with grills off. I just found a cherry set of a7s used, if I can get a good deal on them they will be mine, otherwise a5s will have to do the trick with a couple psw505s.
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If your going to get an Amp with some Power in the mix, get the A9's and don't look back.
+1. I've owned both. For music between the two, get the A9's and an amp._____________________________________________________________________________________________
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all great feedback fellas, thanks.
been learning a good bit the past few days.
I do like the design of the RTiA series a bit better, but for the sake of keeping this project on the practical side, I had to go with the old stock RTi stuff.
ended up going with a set of RTi10's through the Polk Ebay store. was a tough decision, but I think the 10's will be a better fit/entry point for me at this juncture. I'll go from here. future plans involve research of a decent receiver, power amp, sub, and center speaker. thanks again for all the great info and feedback on your personal experiences.I disabled signatures. -
but I want to run them with grills off.
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Can't remember who but some one provided many RTi 10 XO details. Enough to confirm, between the closure & XO, the only things it has in common w/the 'A7 is the tweeter & brand name.
I'm confident the same is true for the RTi vs RTi A lines.
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Can anyone comment on the tonal balance of RTiA7 vs. RTi8?
I briefly used RTi8 in a secondary system and found them to be way too bright and fatiguing for music.
Are RTiA7 as bright as RTi8?
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wow, blast from the past. I think this might have been my very first post!
I can't comment on any RTiA vs RTi similarities/differences, but some general info on RTi10's (similar to A7's) for music...
Since I've been on here, it seems like plenty of members like RTiA's for music. All I can contribute is that the RTi10's I had (have? sitting in a closet
) back then were way too bright for me for music. I tried different AVR's, then amps and preamps. The closest I got was with an old B&K MC-101 preamp and EX-442 amp with the treble dialed back a bit. Even then, not good enough for me to keep them in use. They were pretty nice for TV along with a CSi5, but for music, just not enjoyable at all. At All. I'd actually deem it a stressful experience. I tried them out again in a more plush space several months after switching them out - they lasted less than 15 minutes.
Maybe someone else will be able to chime in with some direct experience, but I say if music's your thing and you're at all sensitive to bright, thin sound, consider some other options as well as A7's or 8's. I ended up settling on some Monitor 10's with 194 tweeters, and some LSiM703's. I'm pretty pleased with them.I disabled signatures. -
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RTi8:
Too bright and fatiguing for music.
Pioneer FS52:
They are my son's, but I tested them in this system. They sound pretty good for an entry-level speaker.
Energy RC-70:
Currently own. Nice, well-built speakers, but a bit too mellow in the highs for my ears/preference. I can live with them, but feel they lack energy (pun intended) in the highs, and can sound a but dull.
Def Tech BP10B:
Currently own. I have not spent much time with them yet, but a like their tonal balance the best of the 4. I think of them as a "fun" speaker - the bipolar design puts out a wall of sound. They also have impressive bass. However, I've noticed that the highs can sound edgy when the volume is pushed.
Back to the RTiA7 vs. RTi8 comparison - if the RTiA7 are as bright as the RTi8, I will cross them off of the list of test subjects.
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wow, blast from the past. I think this might have been my very first post!
I can't comment on any RTiA vs RTi similarities/differences, but some general info on RTi10's (similar to A7's) for music...
Since I've been on here, it seems like plenty of members like RTiA's for music. All I can contribute is that the RTi10's I had (have? sitting in a closet) back then were way too bright for me for music. I tried different AVR's, then amps and preamps. The closest I got was with an old B&K MC-101 preamp and EX-442 amp with the treble dialed back a bit. Even then, not good enough for me to keep them in use. They were pretty nice for TV along with a CSi5, but for music, just not enjoyable at all. At All. I'd actually deem it a stressful experience. I tried them out again in a more plush space several months after switching them out - they lasted less than 15 minutes.
Maybe someone else will be able to chime in with some direct experience, but I say if music's your thing and you're at all sensitive to bright, thin sound, consider some other options as well as A7's or 8's. I ended up settling on some Monitor 10's with 194 tweeters, and some LSiM703's. I'm pretty pleased with them.
I also had a frustrating music experience with the RTIA series, had 7's and 9's. I was running warm gear as well, Like harman kardon and sunfire. They lasted a little over a year in my house before I ditched them for lsi.2 channel:
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IMO the RITA series is the best overall sounding RT series speakers to date. I'm sure Polk is working on a newer version as the RTIA series has been out for a pretty long time now.
If I was in the market for this price class speaker , I would seriously consider the RTIA7's to live in my home. Honestly I believe these would be the ones I would buy.Dan
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I use to love my RTiA7's until I heard better and they were better for HT then music, I have now sold them to a friend who is making up a new HT set up and I took them over his house power by a Adcom 5503 and he loved them but he is 95% movies and TV.
since getting some Monitor 10's & CRS's & now a set of LSiM 703's. I have gone mostly to listening to music without as much care for HT. (for now) but then i have changed out amplifier & Cables and power cords etc...2 ch- Polk CRS+ * Vincent SA-31MK Preamp * Vincent Sp-331 Amp * Marantz SA8005 SACD * Project Xperience Classic TT * Sumiko Blue Point #2 MC cartridge
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in which respects/for what type of use do you find them best?IMO the RITA series is the best overall sounding RT series speakers to date. I'm sure Polk is working on a newer version as the RTIA series has been out for a pretty long time now.
If I was in the market for this price class speaker , I would seriously consider the RTIA7's to live in my home. Honestly I believe these would be the ones I would buy.
yeah, I really wanted to make them work, but just couldn't. in fact, I built my system sort of in the opposite direction and chased my tail for months trying to find gear to fit the speakers instead of speakers to fit gear.I also had a frustrating music experience with the RTIA series, had 7's and 9's. I was running warm gear as well, Like harman kardon and sunfire. They lasted a little over a year in my house before I ditched them for lsi.
my path was very similar.I use to love my RTiA7's until I heard better and they were better for HT then music
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since getting some Monitor 10's & CRS's & now a set of LSiM 703's. I have gone mostly to listening to music without as much care for HT. (for now)I disabled signatures. -
I found them to be very balanced in this price class for Theater first and Music second. They are not my first choice for music listening but to get the best of both worlds in this price class I can't think of another speaker that will best them.
in which respects/for what type of use do you find them best?IMO the RITA series is the best overall sounding RT series speakers to date. I'm sure Polk is working on a newer version as the RTIA series has been out for a pretty long time now.
If I was in the market for this price class speaker , I would seriously consider the RTIA7's to live in my home. Honestly I believe these would be the ones I would buy.
yeah, I really wanted to make them work, but just couldn't. in fact, I built my system sort of in the opposite direction and chased my tail for months trying to find gear to fit the speakers instead of speakers to fit gear.I also had a frustrating music experience with the RTIA series, had 7's and 9's. I was running warm gear as well, Like harman kardon and sunfire. They lasted a little over a year in my house before I ditched them for lsi.
my path was very similar.I use to love my RTiA7's until I heard better and they were better for HT then music
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since getting some Monitor 10's & CRS's & now a set of LSiM 703's. I have gone mostly to listening to music without as much care for HT. (for now)
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I found them to be very balanced in this price class for Theater first and Music second. They are not my first choice for music listening but to get the best of both worlds in this price class I can't think of another speaker that will best them.
in which respects/for what type of use do you find them best?IMO the RITA series is the best overall sounding RT series speakers to date. I'm sure Polk is working on a newer version as the RTIA series has been out for a pretty long time now.
If I was in the market for this price class speaker , I would seriously consider the RTIA7's to live in my home. Honestly I believe these would be the ones I would buy.
yeah, I really wanted to make them work, but just couldn't. in fact, I built my system sort of in the opposite direction and chased my tail for months trying to find gear to fit the speakers instead of speakers to fit gear.I also had a frustrating music experience with the RTIA series, had 7's and 9's. I was running warm gear as well, Like harman kardon and sunfire. They lasted a little over a year in my house before I ditched them for lsi.
my path was very similar.I use to love my RTiA7's until I heard better and they were better for HT then music
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since getting some Monitor 10's & CRS's & now a set of LSiM 703's. I have gone mostly to listening to music without as much care for HT. (for now)
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