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WeApOn · 08-08-2007, 03:04 PM

Hey-- I'm looking for a decent set of wall-mountable speakers. I have a 7.1 setup of wall-mountables right now, but they're trash. Can anyone reccomend a good set? I also need a subwoofer. Either certain ones that I can combine, or a full set. Wall-mountable seems to be my only option in my setup, but there are decent sounding wall-mountable speakers, correct?

I'm not looking for the best sound.. just something good to go with PS3/BD Movies.

Thanks ahead of time.

Footloose301 · 08-08-2007, 03:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WeApOn

Hey-- I'm looking for a decent set of wall-mountable speakers. I have a 7.1 setup of wall-mountables right now, but they're trash. Can anyone reccomend a good set? I also need a subwoofer. Either certain ones that I can combine, or a full set. Wall-mountable seems to be my only option in my setup, but there are decent sounding wall-mountable speakers, correct?

I'm not looking for the best sound.. just something good to go with PS3/BD Movies.

Thanks ahead of time.

All depends on how much you want to spend. Sorry, I should say how much you CAN spend.

crackinhedz · 08-08-2007, 03:53 PM

well, these for $500 would serve you justice!

KEF Home Theater Speaker System (5.1, youd have to get 2 more for rears?)

KEF is a high end brand, and these bad boys are half price off...

Footloose301 · 08-08-2007, 05:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crackinhedz

well, these for $500 would serve you justice!

KEF Home Theater Speaker System (5.1, youd have to get 2 more for rears?)

KEF is a high end brand, and these bad boys are half price off...

Great find. Great price. Look great.

But what is it with you guys and small speakers? I like the larger speakers that have multiple woofers built-in, in my own experience I think they sound better.

ryan11 · 08-08-2007, 05:13 PM

Paradigm speaker are amazing. Check out their web site
www.paradigm.com

Helicon · 08-08-2007, 05:14 PM

The Dali IKON on-wall is a very good on-wall speaker.

They play just as clean an detailed as the IKON 2, they don't play as deep though. 5 or 7 of these, and you will have a very nice sounding system which also plays music very well. You will also need a subwoofer, of course.

http://www.dali.dk/us/page245.aspx?sub=266&prod=267

Footloose301 · 08-08-2007, 05:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Helicon

The Dali IKON on-wall is very good on-wall speaker.

They play just as clean an detailed as the IKON 2, is doesn't play as deep though. 5 or 7 of these, and well have a very nice sounding system which also plays music very well. You also need a subwoofer, of course.

http://www.dali.dk/us/page245.aspx?sub=266&prod=267

Very nice.

Helicon · 08-08-2007, 05:22 PM

I don't know you're budget, but I just bought B&W SCMS as rear speakers, they could also function as high-end on-wall speakers for front and center:

https://forum.blu-ray.com/showthread.php?t=8088&page=10

WeApOn · 08-08-2007, 06:40 PM

Wow thanks for the quick replies.

I guess I would be willing to spend up to $400 for the most important things-- front 3 and subwoofer. Then whatever I can add on to the back at a later time.

Most important thing is that they're wall mountable.

And yes, I will be listening to music as well.

--Those Paradigm speakers look great, though there are tons of options and I'm not sure what suits me best.. Are they available online?

--The Ikon look perfect. Where can I find them to purchase?

WeApOn · 08-08-2007, 08:52 PM

Someone reccomended these: Polk r150

They are only $50 at fry's, and I believe they come as a pair. This is extrememly cheap... would these be worth it?

coolmilo · 08-08-2007, 08:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WeApOn

Someone reccomended these: Polk r150

They are only $50 at fry's, and I believe they come as a pair. This is extrememly cheap... would these be worth it?

Normally with speakers, you get what you pay for. At least you can return them when you discover that they sound like crap.

Iceman_II · 08-08-2007, 09:01 PM

There are actually two of these "speaker recommendation" threads, so I will just paste my other comment into this one as well:

REPOST:

Speakers, more than any other audio component, are purely a reflection of personal preference. Find a local store with a listening room, and go listen to which ones sound best to you. Be wary because some underhanded shops will connect lower end speakers out of phase to try to upsell you to the higher end models.

Take your own source CD... personally, I like to take 1812. Listen to the sound and the dynamic range to make your decision. Its important that the speakers sound good not only at high levels, but also at very low levels as well.

Snowgod · 08-14-2007, 04:15 PM

Check out HSU Research

Matt X · 08-14-2007, 04:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Footloose301

Great find. Great price. Look great.

But what is it with you guys and small speakers? I like the larger speakers that have multiple woofers built-in, in my own experience I think they sound better.

I agree...maybe I'm a bit of a snob, but I wouldn't consider those for anything more than a computer 5.1 system (although kick-@$$ at that)....

ground chuck · 08-14-2007, 04:19 PM

definitive speakers

http://www.definitivetech.com/

Dadds · 08-14-2007, 04:28 PM

Definitive is a nice brand. I like Polk Audio speakers but then again its just what I perfer.

coolmilo · 08-14-2007, 05:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Iceman_II

There are actually two of these "speaker recommendation" threads, so I will just paste my other comment into this one as well:

REPOST:

Speakers, more than any other audio component, are purely a reflection of personal preference. Find a local store with a listening room, and go listen to which ones sound best to you. Be wary because some underhanded shops will connect lower end speakers out of phase to try to upsell you to the higher end models.

Take your own source CD... personally, I like to take 1812. Listen to the sound and the dynamic range to make your decision. Its important that the speakers sound good not only at high levels, but also at very low levels as well.

Iceman's post is really the best recommendation. Then the secondary factor is price. Go out there and listen and make your purchase based on the best sound that you can afford. I actually followed this advice when I made my speaker purchase and for my money the B&W 800 series plus Veledyne DD12 Sub was the best bang for the buck.

WeApOn · 08-14-2007, 05:44 PM

There are two I am considering right now:

http://www.svsound.com/products-spks-sbs01.cfm
and
Polk-Audio-Performance-Bookshelf-Speakers (search for it on Amazon)

Not sure which to get...

T-Town Oil · 08-14-2007, 05:47 PM

when i comes to speakers....there is no substitute for size. if the funds are an issue just keep on saving. there is nothing worse than a pristine picture and sorry sound. as far as aubs go, ive got a couple of outlaw audio lfm plus' that will rattle your nuts out of your sack

they are big though, but well worth it in my opinion. my opinion is that most people can get away with having cheaper surround speakers but DON'T get a crappy sub.

ruvic2007 · 08-14-2007, 05:51 PM

With this budget .. I suggest you just concentrate on the 2 fronts and save some money for a sub. A good sounding sub like SVS or HSU costs like $400++ already and I entirely agree with Iceman.

Paradigms are not available online.. check the dealer locator

Another option is to check http://audiogon.com/.

Goodluck!

Quote:

Originally Posted by WeApOn

Wow thanks for the quick replies.

I guess I would be willing to spend up to $400 for the most important things-- front 3 and subwoofer. Then whatever I can add on to the back at a later time.

Most important thing is that they're wall mountable.

And yes, I will be listening to music as well.

--Those Paradigm speakers look great, though there are tons of options and I'm not sure what suits me best.. Are they available online?

--The Ikon look perfect. Where can I find them to purchase?

08-08-2007, 03:04 PM	#1
WeApOn Special Member Member since:Aug 2006 Location:Rhode Island, USA	Speaker recommendation Hey-- I'm looking for a decent set of wall-mountable speakers. I have a 7.1 setup of wall-mountables right now, but they're trash. Can anyone reccomend a good set? I also need a subwoofer. Either certain ones that I can combine, or a full set. Wall-mountable seems to be my only option in my setup, but there are decent sounding wall-mountable speakers, correct? I'm not looking for the best sound.. just something good to go with PS3/BD Movies. Thanks ahead of time.

08-08-2007, 05:14 PM	#6
Helicon Active Member Member since:Jan 2007 Location:Denmark	The Dali IKON on-wall is a very good on-wall speaker. They play just as clean an detailed as the IKON 2, they don't play as deep though. 5 or 7 of these, and you will have a very nice sounding system which also plays music very well. You will also need a subwoofer, of course. http://www.dali.dk/us/page245.aspx?sub=266&prod=267 Last edited by Helicon; 08-08-2007 at 05:18 PM.

08-08-2007, 06:40 PM	#9
WeApOn Special Member Member since:Aug 2006 Location:Rhode Island, USA	Wow thanks for the quick replies. I guess I would be willing to spend up to $400 for the most important things-- front 3 and subwoofer. Then whatever I can add on to the back at a later time. Most important thing is that they're wall mountable. And yes, I will be listening to music as well. --Those Paradigm speakers look great, though there are tons of options and I'm not sure what suits me best.. Are they available online? --The Ikon look perfect. Where can I find them to purchase? Last edited by WeApOn; 08-08-2007 at 06:44 PM.

08-14-2007, 04:15 PM	#13
Snowgod Active Member Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Central NH	Check out HSU Research Last edited by Snowgod; 08-15-2007 at 01:56 PM.

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08-08-2007, 03:53 PM	#3
crackinhedz Super Moderator Member since:Feb 2007 Home Theater Gallery:10 Blu-ray reviews:8 Trading Score:19	well, these for $500 would serve you justice! KEF Home Theater Speaker System (5.1, youd have to get 2 more for rears?) KEF is a high end brand, and these bad boys are half price off...

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08-08-2007, 05:22 PM	#8
Helicon Active Member Member since:Jan 2007 Location:Denmark	I don't know you're budget, but I just bought B&W SCMS as rear speakers, they could also function as high-end on-wall speakers for front and center: https://forum.blu-ray.com/showthread.php?t=8088&page=10

08-08-2007, 08:52 PM	#10
WeApOn Special Member Member since:Aug 2006 Location:Rhode Island, USA	Someone reccomended these: Polk r150 They are only $50 at fry's, and I believe they come as a pair. This is extrememly cheap... would these be worth it?

08-08-2007, 09:01 PM	#12
Iceman_II Expert Member Member since:Jan 2007 Location:Ft. Worth Home Theater Gallery:2 Blu-ray collection:308 Blu-ray reviews: 4	There are actually two of these "speaker recommendation" threads, so I will just paste my other comment into this one as well: REPOST: Speakers, more than any other audio component, are purely a reflection of personal preference. Find a local store with a listening room, and go listen to which ones sound best to you. Be wary because some underhanded shops will connect lower end speakers out of phase to try to upsell you to the higher end models. Take your own source CD... personally, I like to take 1812. Listen to the sound and the dynamic range to make your decision. Its important that the speakers sound good not only at high levels, but also at very low levels as well.

08-14-2007, 04:19 PM	#15
ground chuck Power Member Member since:May 2007 Location:Charm City Blu-ray collection:75 Blu-ray reviews:48 Trading Score:18	definitive speakers http://www.definitivetech.com/

08-14-2007, 04:28 PM	#16
Dadds Special Member Member since:Jun 2007 Location:South NJ Blu-ray reviews:3	Definitive is a nice brand. I like Polk Audio speakers but then again its just what I perfer.

08-14-2007, 05:44 PM	#18
WeApOn Special Member Member since:Aug 2006 Location:Rhode Island, USA	There are two I am considering right now: http://www.svsound.com/products-spks-sbs01.cfm and Polk-Audio-Performance-Bookshelf-Speakers (search for it on Amazon) Not sure which to get...

08-14-2007, 05:47 PM	#19
T-Town Oil Expert Member Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Tulsa, Oklahoma Home Theater Gallery:20 Blu-ray collection:42 Blu-ray reviews:3	when i comes to speakers....there is no substitute for size. if the funds are an issue just keep on saving. there is nothing worse than a pristine picture and sorry sound. as far as aubs go, ive got a couple of outlaw audio lfm plus' that will rattle your nuts out of your sack they are big though, but well worth it in my opinion. my opinion is that most people can get away with having cheaper surround speakers but DON'T get a crappy sub.

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