I think I might change my front's..Ideas!!!

[erict]

I am tossing up the idea of redoing the corner area of my HT. I want to get rid of the TV stand I have now and build a different stand, shelving unit (built into the corner) to house the components. Since the top of it will be larger I will not have the area for floor standing speakers and will have to use bookshelf's. I will still use my Energy rears but not the C-300's and C-C100. I like the warm sound of the Energy's and would like to find something close. My mind is open to anything so fire away. I have been looking at Axiom's, Monitor audio, Paradigm and Aperion. My budget will be $1,000 for a Left, Right and Center.

[progers13]

Erict, if bookshelves are what you're thinking, and you prefer the warm sound, you really should consider the eD W6 line.

[erict]

Originally Posted by progers13

Erict, if bookshelves are what you're thinking, and you prefer the warm sound, you really should consider the eD W6 line.

eD, who's that Yea, I have them on the list as well but have heard some good feedback on them but also want to get some feedback on other brands as well

[Dase]

These MA bookshelf speakers are affordable and I'm sure they pack a punch with the 8" driver. Put them with the RX center and you would be all set!

RX2

Of course I also have to recommend the B&W 685's . I would like some myself. Paired up with a HTM62 center.

685

These options may be a little above your 1k budget, but they sure would sound good.

[callas01]

Given your price range, I would look at the PSB Image series speakers.

either the B6 and C5 = $874

Or if you want to save a little extra money, then look at the B25s and the C60 @ saturdayaudio.com, you would spend $558


Since you like the sound of the Energy speakers, these would probably be right up your alley also. They are one speaker I am considering when the time is right. IMO, the MAs and Paradigms are a little more in your face, then the C-300s, but they are both excellent sounding speakers.

[Fors*]

Originally Posted by callas01

Given your price range, I would look at the PSB Image series speakers.

either the B6 and C5 = $874

Or if you want to save a little extra money, then look at the B25s and the C60 @ saturdayaudio.com, you would spend $558


Since you like the sound of the Energy speakers, these would probably be right up your alley also. They are one speaker I am considering when the time is right. IMO, the MAs and Paradigms are a little more in your face, then the C-300s, but they are both excellent sounding speakers.

Great deal for the Monitor Audio combo, with the RS6's and the RSLCR for $1,200....that's what I'm talking about! The PSB sale with the Imagine C center and Image T6's fronts was killer too!

[erict]

Originally Posted by callas01

Given your price range, I would look at the PSB Image series speakers.

either the B6 and C5 = $874

Or if you want to save a little extra money, then look at the B25s and the C60 @ saturdayaudio.com, you would spend $558


Since you like the sound of the Energy speakers, these would probably be right up your alley also. They are one speaker I am considering when the time is right. IMO, the MAs and Paradigms are a little more in your face, then the C-300s, but they are both excellent sounding speakers.

Thanks for the input. I wonder how the Axiom's are? Was looking at the M3v2 and VP150v2. I forgot to mention that these will be driving by a Emotiva XPA-3.

[erict]

Originally Posted by Fors*

Great deal for the Monitor Audio combo, with the RS6's and the RSLCR for $1,200....that's what I'm talking about! The PSB sale with the Imagine C center and Image T6's fronts was killer too!

Link?

[PSB_Paradigm_HSU]

Originally Posted by callas01

Given your price range, I would look at the PSB Image series speakers.

either the B6 and C5 = $874

Or if you want to save a little extra money, then look at the B25s and the C60 @ saturdayaudio.com, you would spend $558


Since you like the sound of the Energy speakers, these would probably be right up your alley also. They are one speaker I am considering when the time is right. IMO, the MAs and Paradigms are a little more in your face, then the C-300s, but they are both excellent sounding speakers.

+1

Keep in mind the IMAGE B6 and C5 are $874 MSRP. After 20% discount, the total would be $699

[callas01]

Originally Posted by erict

Link?

http://saturdayaudio.com/

when the page loads, scroll down and you will see the MA Silver billboard, click on it and it will load the MA specials.

[Fors*]

Originally Posted by erict

Link?

It was from SaturdayAudio that Callas suggested to check out....

http://www.saturdayaudio.com/

you'll need to scroll down to see the sale...

[Chip]

I don't know if he meant http://www.saturdayaudio.com/ or not but, they are an authorized MA store for discontinued abd B stock product.

EDIT: haha... We must've been replying at the same exact time i guess!

[callas01]

and there is the b-stock sale where you can get the B5 and the C5 for $618

however has PSB pointed out above, at 15-20% off your looking $700-750 new, with the bigger driver on the B6

[erict]

Originally Posted by callas01

and there is the b-stock sale where you can get the B5 and the C5 for $618

however has PSB pointed out above, at 15-20% off your looking $700-750 new, with the bigger driver on the B6

Who is the discount through?

[callas01]

A typical local dealer will give you 10-20% off. However you can call and haggle with Audio Advisor I am sure they will do something.

what is your zipcode?

[erict]

Originally Posted by callas01

a typical local dealer will give you 10-20% off. However you can call and haggle with audio advisor i am sure they will do something.

What is your zipcode?

48080

[KK in CT]

I would definitely give the Paradigms a listen. They have some pretty impressive bookshelves for the money. I'm very happy with my Paradigm towers and center channel I just bought. Excellent for HT as well as music. And they blend great with my A2-300.

[callas01]

Originally Posted by erict

48080

http://www.psbspeakers.com/dealers/d...ind_script.php

14 miles
Audio Video Alternatives
32538 Woodward Ave.
Royal Oak MI 48073
USA 248-549-3100
248-549-5509 (fax)
http://www.avalternatives.com/

33 miles
Extreme Systems Specialists
9290 Tuscarora Dr.
Village Of Clarkston MI 48348
USA 248-681-8906

Who would have known, they would be so close to you. Now you can hear them and talk price....

[jlafrenz]

I think the MA's are a great speaker. They are pretty neutral to my ears, but if they leaned to one side it would be towards the brighter side. I know you like the warmth of your Energys. I have added a few components to warm up my MA's a touch and I am very pleased with them. I think you should take a listen to them and decide for yourself.

I will also second the PSB speakers. I just demoed a pair of the B5's. I do think they need a sub, but that shouldn't be any issue in an HT application. They seem to be a great speaker for the money. I have considered them for a bedroom HT setup myself.

[Fors*]

Originally Posted by callas01

http://www.psbspeakers.com/dealers/d...ind_script.php

14 miles
Audio Video Alternatives
32538 Woodward Ave.
Royal Oak MI 48073
USA 248-549-3100
248-549-5509 (fax)
http://www.avalternatives.com/

33 miles
Extreme Systems Specialists
9290 Tuscarora Dr.
Village Of Clarkston MI 48348
USA 248-681-8906

Who would have known, they would be so close to you. Now you can hear them and talk price....

There is one PSB dealer 6 miles from me......that is the closest I have ever found a dealer of any speaker manufacturer around me here in "Farm Land."

I will be going there whenever I get a chance.....whenever that will be.