The Official Energy Speakers Thread

[edwon]

Hi all!

Has anyone gotten a chance to listen to both the veritas v-5.1 and the
CB-10 or 20s?

I have read that both are brighter then the RC-10s but I was curious as to how they both compare to each other. Which one is brighter? Unfortunately I have only been able to listen to the CB-10 and 20s at a local bestbuy and I dont have access to listen to the RC-10s or V-5.1s to do a comparison of the three myself.

Any feedback is greatly appreciated,

Thank you

[callas01]

Originally Posted by edwon

Hi all!

Has anyone gotten a chance to listen to both the veritas v-5.1 and the
CB-10 or 20s?

I have read that both are brighter then the RC-10s but I was curious as to how they both compare to each other. Which one is brighter? Unfortunately I have only been able to listen to the CB-10 and 20s at a local bestbuy and I dont have access to listen to the RC-10s or V-5.1s to do a comparison of the three myself.

Any feedback is greatly appreciated,

Thank you

ive listened to the 5.1s and cb10. the sound was a little more forward then my old C-300 but I didnt find the speakers to be bright.

[BigAl87]

Originally Posted by callas01

ive listened to the 5.1s and cb10. the sound was a little more forward then my old C-300 but I didnt find the speakers to be bright.

To add to this, the Veritas or the RC would be a no brainer over the CB-10 or 20, way better componenents, drivers, x-Over, Veneer vs Vinyl, yes the the Veritas is brighter than the RC specially with a bit more emphasis in the upper mid frequencies over the RC but all in all a great musical speaker and as callas said they are not ear fatiging bright.

The RC are extremely round mellow speakers, very smooth veritas a tad more forward but far from overkill..

[edwon]

Thanks Callas and BigAl! That information does help. I wish I had a way to hear them both, it would make my decision much easier. Im debating on wether to purchase a used pair of RC-10s and RC-LCR or 3 V-5.2s for my front setup. The RCs will need to be shipped, so that brings the cost to about $500, and with the V-5.2s on discount till tomorrow, I could get the 3 for $657.

It is a $157 difference, and the V-5.2s would be pushing my budget a bit, but they would be new speakers, all in Rosenut and not to mention the left and rights would be a larger speaker with the extra woofer. I was even thinking of getting only 2 V-5.2s and go 2.0 for now to keep costs down and pick up the 3rd after the holidays.

I dont have alot of experience with speakers, Im currently running a 2.0 setup with a older pair of sonys so I am not quite sure what kind of speaker sound I prefer. I just know that I thought the CB line sounded really nice, clear, good soundstage... but with the current prices on the used RCs and new Veritas, as BigAl said, its definitely a no brainer to go with one of those instead. I would be using them for about 80% movies/tv.

Anyone have any suggestions on which to go for? Im sure I'll love either one since they are both a definite upgrade... maybe I should just flip a coin

[callas01]

Originally Posted by edwon

Thanks Callas and BigAl! That information does help. I wish I had a way to hear them both, it would make my decision much easier. Im debating on wether to purchase a used pair of RC-10s and RC-LCR or 3 V-5.2s for my front setup. The RCs will need to be shipped, so that brings the cost to about $500, and with the V-5.2s on discount till tomorrow, I could get the 3 for $657.

It is a $157 difference, and the V-5.2s would be pushing my budget a bit, but they would be new speakers, all in Rosenut and not to mention the left and rights would be a larger speaker with the extra woofer. I was even thinking of getting only 2 V-5.2s and go 2.0 for now to keep costs down and pick up the 3rd after the holidays.

I dont have alot of experience with speakers, Im currently running a 2.0 setup with a older pair of sonys so I am not quite sure what kind of speaker sound I prefer. I just know that I thought the CB line sounded really nice, clear, good soundstage... but with the current prices on the used RCs and new Veritas, as BigAl said, its definitely a no brainer to go with one of those instead. I would be using them for about 80% movies/tv.

Anyone have any suggestions on which to go for? Im sure I'll love either one since they are both a definite upgrade... maybe I should just flip a coin

my suggestion would be to get 3 V5.2s. I know it pushes the budget, but it will give you the better output for movies.

[prerich]

Originally Posted by callas01

my suggestion would be to get 3 V5.2s. I know it pushes the budget, but it will give you the better output for movies.

Agreed, and place them vertically with the Midrange at the top.

[edwon]

Thanks for the suggestions! I am not sure if this changes anything, but I forgot to mention that I live in a apartment and the living room is rather cozy… about 9ft x 13ft. The TV Is up against one fo the shorter 9ft walls while the couch is up against the adjacent 13ft wall. Not the ideal arrangment for a home theater but my girlfriend and I decided on a full size couch and it wouldn’t fit anyother way or the couch would block a walkway. Would a entry level to mid level AVR be sufficient at running these? Im currently using a hand me down Sony STR-D460Z but plan on upgrading in the new year.
Thanks again!

[Bluray_ne1]

Originally Posted by callas01

According to the Energy Thread on AVSForum, Energy speakers are no longer being made and will go the way of Mirage, Jamo and Athena speakers.

Originally Posted by aces high

I read that as well and was surprised. Although you have to think something's going on at the prices they're selling all they're products for, they're really having some blowout sales on even the newer products. It will be a sad day to see them go as they have offered some great products over the years at some pretty good prices for the SQ the speakers produced. Have been very happy with the RC Minis in our bedroom setup.

Originally Posted by callas01

well I had wondered, especially when Audiovox bought Klipsch I thought that might have been what was gonna happen. A big part of my desire to leave the Energy brand behind when I started to have the desire to upgrade was that Klipsch had purchased API, and wasnt sure where Klipsch would take them, so when they were bought by Audiovox, my thoughts were... maybe, hopefully theyll keep the Energy and Klipsch brands... But it is for not.

The speakers were of good quality at affordable prices.

Ill say Im glad I made the choice I did.

Wow, that is sad news. As a faithful Energy owner for more than 10 years, I've experienced that joy of sound for an affordable price. I would have a hard time getting rid of mine.

[BigAl87]

Originally Posted by edwon

Thanks Callas and BigAl! That information does help. I wish I had a way to hear them both, it would make my decision much easier. Im debating on wether to purchase a used pair of RC-10s and RC-LCR or 3 V-5.2s for my front setup. The RCs will need to be shipped, so that brings the cost to about $500, and with the V-5.2s on discount till tomorrow, I could get the 3 for $657.

It is a $157 difference, and the V-5.2s would be pushing my budget a bit, but they would be new speakers, all in Rosenut and not to mention the left and rights would be a larger speaker with the extra woofer. I was even thinking of getting only 2 V-5.2s and go 2.0 for now to keep costs down and pick up the 3rd after the holidays.

I dont have alot of experience with speakers, Im currently running a 2.0 setup with a older pair of sonys so I am not quite sure what kind of speaker sound I prefer. I just know that I thought the CB line sounded really nice, clear, good soundstage... but with the current prices on the used RCs and new Veritas, as BigAl said, its definitely a no brainer to go with one of those instead. I would be using them for about 80% movies/tv.

Anyone have any suggestions on which to go for? Im sure I'll love either one since they are both a definite upgrade... maybe I should just flip a coin

Not to mention the veneers on the Veritas are in a high-gloss piano finish vs matte finish on the RC.

[Scarriere]

I'm thinking about a sound system for our bedroom soon. I want to use my old Yamaha receiver RX-V992 and an old Paradigm sub PSW 1000(?), but don't have any speakers for it yet. I was thinking of these Energys:

http://http://www.futureshop.ca/en-C...5b1e7f2507en02

Does anyone have any thoughts on these? It's not super critical listening, just better for watching tv or movies.
Muchas Gracias!

[callas01]

Originally Posted by Scarriere

I'm thinking about a sound system for our bedroom soon. I want to use my old Yamaha receiver RX-V992 and an old Paradigm sub PSW 1000(?), but don't have any speakers for it yet. I was thinking of these Energys:

http://http://www.futureshop.ca/en-C...5b1e7f2507en02

Does anyone have any thoughts on these? It's not super critical listening, just better for watching tv or movies.
Muchas Gracias!

the link isnt working for me, but I take it its like the Take speakers setup, and I would think they will be ok for what youre asking.

[callas01]

Originally Posted by edwon

Thanks for the suggestions! I am not sure if this changes anything, but I forgot to mention that I live in a apartment and the living room is rather cozy… about 9ft x 13ft. The TV Is up against one fo the shorter 9ft walls while the couch is up against the adjacent 13ft wall. Not the ideal arrangment for a home theater but my girlfriend and I decided on a full size couch and it wouldn’t fit anyother way or the couch would block a walkway. Would a entry level to mid level AVR be sufficient at running these? Im currently using a hand me down Sony STR-D460Z but plan on upgrading in the new year.
Thanks again!

it should be fine with the V5.2s, you only have to turn it up as loud as you want. For a receiver, the Denon 2112 or Marantz 5007 or Onkyo 717 would be good units

[ZIPPO]

Originally Posted by Scarriere

I'm thinking about a sound system for our bedroom soon. I want to use my old Yamaha receiver RX-V992 and an old Paradigm sub PSW 1000(?), but don't have any speakers for it yet. I was thinking of these Energys:

http://http://www.futureshop.ca/en-C...5b1e7f2507en02

Does anyone have any thoughts on these? It's not super critical listening, just better for watching tv or movies.
Muchas Gracias!

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http://www.futureshop.ca/en-CA/produ...5b1e7f2507en02


The speakers in your link aren't an Energy designed speaker, but a rebrand from another company.

They'll do for your needs.

[BigAl87]

Originally Posted by ZIPPO

Attachment 55771
http://www.futureshop.ca/en-CA/produ...5b1e7f2507en02


The speakers in your link aren't an Energy designed speaker, but a rebrand from another company.

They'll do for your needs.

Not to name it they are or were made by Jamo but Audiovox being Audiovox they rebranded to Energy, for 500$ it's not bad of a deal, i just think the center should be a tad bigger but all in all price to performance ratio is decent.

[Scarriere]

Originally Posted by callas01

the link isnt working for me, but I take it its like the Take speakers setup, and I would think they will be ok for what youre asking.

Originally Posted by ZIPPO

Attachment 55771
http://www.futureshop.ca/en-CA/produ...5b1e7f2507en02


The speakers in your link aren't an Energy designed speaker, but a rebrand from another company.

They'll do for your needs.

Originally Posted by BigAl87

Not to name it they are or were made by Jamo but Audiovox being Audiovox they rebranded to Energy, for 500$ it's not bad of a deal, i just think the center should be a tad bigger but all in all price to performance ratio is decent.

Thank you!
I'm pretty sure I'll get 'em. When and if I do, I'll post a thought or two on them.
Again, thanks.

[UNCMT9]

Anyone auditioned the Energy Veritas V5.2C center channel speaker?. I have the 6.2 towers from Veritas, but I am looking for a center channel speaker. The few reviews floating around seem to be pretty good. Thanks!

[Bluray_ne1]

Just uploaded new pics in my gallery with the gear in my apartment. Enjoy!

[prerich]

Originally Posted by Bluray_ne1

Just uploaded new pics in my gallery with the gear in my apartment. Enjoy!

So you went with the vertical orientation this time !!!!!

[Bluray_ne1]

Originally Posted by prerich

So you went with the vertical orientation this time !!!!!

Yep! Sounds great too.

[callas01]

Originally Posted by Bluray_ne1

Yep! Sounds great too.

looks good. I like that room.