Make me feel all tingly inside!

[DutchBoy]

OK, now that I have your attention after that thread title...

I'm finally looking at replacing the speaker package that I have with my HT system. Just so you know, I originally bought them, or got them, as part of a HTiB I bought about ten years from Aiwa. They're little 2700s -- all identical (fronts and rears) and it came with a center, and powered sub. Not bad for what I could do at the time, and they've served me well over the years. They've done what I wanted them to, and gone through 3 different receivers (I upgraded the Aiwa two different times now).

But now that I have my HDTV, and my BD players, I want my sound.

I'm looking at slowly replacing each portion (front, center, rears, sub) over the next several months. A bit at the time, and my wife will let me do it.

After reading through several threads here and elsewhere, and discovering the wonder that is Newegg.com here's what I'm looking at:

Polk Monitor 50s (fronts)
Polk Monitor 30s (rears)
Center (suggestions are welcome, but I was looking at the CS10)
Sub (PSW10)

Now tell me, what kind of upgrade am I really going to notice here? Should I begin wetting myself in anticipation now?

I really am a complete noob when it comes to sound, other than knowing that I like it, so I'm open to suggestions. I am, however, attempting to keep it in the $500 area. Will this get me what I'm looking for at that price point?

Thanks!

[Another_Dude]

I thought you were talking about the Jonas Brothers 3D Concert from last wednesday night.

"Pock!"

[rlf3911]

Yea those are easy for $500. For that price range though, I dont think it's worth wetting yourself over. You'll notice improvement for sure, but nothing mind blowing. I thoroughly enjoy my Polk speakers, except the sub blows(was free). I'm saving for an Elemental Designs sub this summer.

I'm not sure if its possible for you, but I think you would be happier spanning out your buying to get better stuff that will last longer. I would focus on getting the best L, R, Center, and Sub that you can afford. Match the L, R, and Center if possible. Sub matching doesnt matter.

[DutchBoy]

Originally Posted by rlf3911

Yea those are easy for $500. For that price range though, I dont think it's worth wetting yourself over. You'll notice improvement for sure, but nothing mind blowing. I thoroughly enjoy my Polk speakers, except the sub blows(was free). I'm saving for an Elemental Designs sub this summer.

I'm not sure if its possible for you, but I think you would be happier spanning out your buying to get better stuff that will last longer. I would focus on getting the best L, R, Center, and Sub that you can afford. Match the L, R, and Center if possible. Sub matching doesnt matter.

Thanks for the input.

As for wetting myself, didn't really plan to. But of course my primarily goal is to get improvement at a fair price. Really what I'm looking for is increased enjoyment -- not necessarily mind-blowing, but a fair step up, and noticeable, from what I have now.

I'm really trying to stick as close as I can to the 5-600 dollar range -- only because my wife and I have 3 little kids to care for, and we're doing an overhaul of the apt. we have right now; redecorating and the like. There's a lot of other things I'm looking at doing at the same time as this. I wish I could up to $1,000 or so (all I'm really willing or wanting to spend anyways), but it's just not feasible right now.

Not too worried about the sub (since I have one). That's why I put it on there last.

[sinister184]

i think rlf isnt giving those speakers quite enough credit. Polks monitor/TSI line is IMO the best bang for the buck out there in the entry level speaker market. I ran monitor 40 fronts (basically same as 50 except less bottom end) and monitor 30 rears for years and they've been fantastic. New egg does have the best deals on them, if you like the mapple i would jump on them soon cause they're really great prices. pootie and Santeria have maple's if you wana see some real pics. oh and it will sound way better than your aiwa HTIB

https://www.blu-ray.com/community/ga...er=PootieThang
https://www.blu-ray.com/community/ga...ember=Santeria

[rlf3911]

Another thing to consider, is if you have room, you could get three of the same speakers for L, R, and Center.

I don't know if you live near a Frys Electronics or not, but they have awesome sales on speakers all the time. I got my RTi8s for $199 each in store(+ free subwoofer with 400 purchase). You may be able to get them cheaper on Ebay, but then you have to deal with shipping occaisionaly. I've seen ads for the Monitor 50s for $59-69.


Edit: I'm not saying anything bad about the monitor 50s, just that if this is your only upgrade for the near future, make sure you get the best you can. : )

[Twitch9]

My only suggestion is stay away from polk subs.

[bingtau]

Originally Posted by Another_Dude

I thought you were talking about the Jonas Brothers 3D Concert from last wednesday night.

"Pock!"

Let's go to TGIF's!

[STARSCREAM]

Originally Posted by Another_Dude

I thought you were talking about the Jonas Brothers 3D Concert from last wednesday night.

"Pock!"

LOL, HAHAHAHA.

[DutchBoy]

Booyah! Just got my notice from newegg that these have shipped. That extra $3 I paid for rush paid off.

Seeing as how I live an hour away (less, actually) from their shipping facility...

[Disky76]

Originally Posted by DutchBoy

OK, now that I have your attention after that thread title...

I'm finally looking at replacing the speaker package that I have with my HT system. Just so you know, I originally bought them, or got them, as part of a HTiB I bought about ten years from Aiwa. They're little 2700s -- all identical (fronts and rears) and it came with a center, and powered sub. Not bad for what I could do at the time, and they've served me well over the years. They've done what I wanted them to, and gone through 3 different receivers (I upgraded the Aiwa two different times now).

But now that I have my HDTV, and my BD players, I want my sound.

I'm looking at slowly replacing each portion (front, center, rears, sub) over the next several months. A bit at the time, and my wife will let me do it.

After reading through several threads here and elsewhere, and discovering the wonder that is Newegg.com here's what I'm looking at:

Polk Monitor 50s (fronts)
Polk Monitor 30s (rears)
Center (suggestions are welcome, but I was looking at the CS10)
Sub (PSW10)

Now tell me, what kind of upgrade am I really going to notice here? Should I begin wetting myself in anticipation now?

I really am a complete noob when it comes to sound, other than knowing that I like it, so I'm open to suggestions. I am, however, attempting to keep it in the $500 area. Will this get me what I'm looking for at that price point?

Thanks!

My best advice to you is to audition the speakers. Forum members will tell you which speakers THEY like, and if the speakers you list are high quality - but only YOU are the best judge of what sounds good to you. Go to a store and listen to them. Pick a store that is known for good customer service as well - because you will want them to connect the same Sony receiver to them that you have at home so you can get a true idea of the audio output.

Good Luck!

[DutchBoy]

Well, that's all she wrote. It was finally too much for me to pass up the deals coming down the pipes, and with the nod towards a CS2 on newegg.com this morning for $130, I got my 3 speakers for the front taken care of.

I just paid for the CS2, and 2 Monitor 60s (black).

Heaven help me, and keep me safe from the wife.

[Fors*]

Originally Posted by DutchBoy

Well, that's all she wrote. It was finally too much for me to pass up the deals coming down the pipes, and with the nod towards a CS2 on newegg.com this morning for $130, I got my 3 speakers for the front taken care of.

I just paid for the CS2, and 2 Monitor 60s (black).

Heaven help me, and keep me safe from the wife.

Just posted to you in your thread....what a steal for that CS2!!!

As far as the wife, just tell her how much you saved. If there is one thing women appreciate, it is a bargain. If she knew how much you saved, I think you would be a good bit safer. You are going to like what you hear from your new front soundstage, I sure as hec did!

[DutchBoy]

Originally Posted by forsberg21

Just posted to you in your thread....what a steal for that CS2!!!

As far as the wife, just tell her how much you saved. If there is one thing women appreciate, it is a bargain. If she knew how much you saved, I think you would be a good bit safer. You are going to like what you hear from your new front soundstage, I sure as hec did!

LOL! I already played the "savings" card. I emailed her as soon as I paid for them, and one of the first things I said was "900 of speaker for only 400". Not sure how much it'll help.