Horizontal Center Channel Speakers and Why They Should Be Avoided

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Originally Posted by Drew664

I know what you mean!

I would have to think the horizontal nature of these speakers are simply due to the placement - directly under your viewing source. A "vertically challenged" speaker works best for most viewing set ups.

Also, Big Daddy - great info. I had no idea. How audible is the difference though?

Very!!!! When I left horizontal center channels - I never looked back. Now my front array must be three of the same speakers. I wan't nothing less (unless it's that 200 pound B&W with some 802D's, then I would consider a horizontal - but it's not really horizontal - look at the design)