New 2 channel LSi9 set up - Blu-ray Forum

ls7z06 · 11-02-2009, 12:44 AM

Just finished setting up a 2 channel stereo music arrangement for my den. I have been working on this for a while and just finshed it a few days ago. I went with a set of Polk LSi9's in cherry finish on Sanus 24 inch cherry finish stands. I am using a previously retired Onkyo TX-SR806 as a preout and an Emotiva UPA-2 4ohm, 185 x 2 watt amp. I hooked up a Wadia 170i to the digital input on my AVR and download all of my iTunes in Apple lossless. I also hooked up an Oppo disk player for CD's and SACD's. I tried connecting a small Polk Micropro sub, but ended up putting it back in the closet. The LSi9's sounded better without it.

I know there are fancier and much more expensive true audiophile set ups out there. But I had to share how pleased I am with this set up. I think the speakers do an absolutely great job. Today, I walked into the room and my wife had the system on playing classical piano. I was absolutely sure it was my daughter actually playing the piano. But it was the speakers. The realistic sound creation is amazing to me. The little speakers also do a super job of producing bass which is completely convincing for music listening. The combination of the Polks, the Emotiva, the digital Wadia and the lossless Apple files all combine to make a very, very enjoyable listening experience.

So for what it's worth, just thought I would share my impressions.

Big Daddy · 11-02-2009, 12:54 AM

Congratulations. That is a very good two-channel setup.

Hammie · 11-02-2009, 01:38 AM

Congrats. You should post some pics of your new 2-channel setup.

ZedsDead · 11-02-2009, 01:48 AM

Sounds awesome, I just missed a great deal on the same speakers a few months back. Between your HT and 2-channel setup you certainly have quite the collection going for yourself (not to mention the Z06). And definitely post some pics.

Johnny Vinyl · 11-02-2009, 01:55 AM

Another 2-channel aficionado!

Well done and congrats on your new setup. You obviously took great care in assembling the various components.

Enjoy the music!!!!

John

crazyBLUE · 11-02-2009, 01:55 AM

I agree with everyone wanting to see pics of the 2 channel setup. The home theater is real nice !

Opips2 · 11-02-2009, 09:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Big Daddy

Congratulations. That is a very good two-channel setup.

Stereo is so popular but Now multichannel is popular.

DonRSD · 11-02-2009, 11:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ls7z06

Just finished setting up a 2 channel stereo music arrangement for my den. I have been working on this for a while and just finshed it a few days ago. I went with a set of Polk LSi9's in cherry finish on Sanus 24 inch cherry finish stands. I am using a previously retired Onkyo TX-SR806 as a preout and an Emotiva UPA-2 4ohm, 185 x 2 watt amp. I hooked up a Wadia 170i to the digital input on my AVR and download all of my iTunes in Apple lossless. I also hooked up an Oppo disk player for CD's and SACD's. I tried connecting a small Polk Micropro sub, but ended up putting it back in the closet. The LSi9's sounded better without it.

I know there are fancier and much more expensive true audiophile set ups out there. But I had to share how pleased I am with this set up. I think the speakers do an absolutely great job. Today, I walked into the room and my wife had the system on playing classical piano. I was absolutely sure it was my daughter actually playing the piano. But it was the speakers. The realistic sound creation is amazing to me. The little speakers also do a super job of producing bass which is completely convincing for music listening. The combination of the Polks, the Emotiva, the digital Wadia and the lossless Apple files all combine to make a very, very enjoyable listening experience.

So for what it's worth, just thought I would share my impressions.

sweet setup in your HT gallery

i like the FXI A6 & FXI A4 set up as surrounds

plus you hooked them up correctly.........
dipole on side walls
bipole on rear walls

sheesh those front speakers are HUGE & look beautiful

sinister184 · 11-02-2009, 04:46 PM

im planning on doing this as well.. sounds awesome.. wheres the pics!?!?

ls7z06 · 11-02-2009, 05:37 PM

I will get some pics up as soon as I get a few minutes.

ls7z06 · 11-02-2009, 06:01 PM

Posted in a hurry. Please forgive pic quality. Did not get to tweak them.

solarrdadd · 11-02-2009, 06:09 PM

those speakers are beautiful. based on the pictures you have put up, do you sit on the couch with the speakers on each side of you (and how does that sound) or do you sit opposite of that couch facing the speakers directly and if so, how does that sound?

DonRSD · 11-02-2009, 06:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ls7z06

Posted in a hurry. Please forgive pic quality. Did not get to tweak them.

wow those speakers are sweet

sinister184 · 11-02-2009, 06:32 PM

looks great! let me ask you, how do the lsi9's compare to the rtia7s? i have basically the same setup as your main theater and always wondered how the lsi series sounds in comparison to the rti

Jwilly019 · 11-02-2009, 06:59 PM

The finish on those speakers are beautiful. I too am wondering where you sit though.

Intamin · 11-02-2009, 07:01 PM

Congrats on the new system! Enjoy

ls7z06 · 11-02-2009, 11:04 PM

I have my Lazy Boy sitting directly across from the couch. So, the main seat is centered between the speakers across from the couch. It really sounds great. I have also tried it setting on the couch. It then sounds like the sound is originating on the opposite side of the room. The speakers are very detailed and realistic. I simply can't say enough good things about them.

As far as comparing them to my RTi A7's in the HT room.... I do just simply like the towers for movies and I am completely satisfied with my HT set up. HOWEVER.... if you had your entire HT surround system set up with the LSi9's and the appropriate center channel, and an adequate sub with good SPL for movies.... and adequate 4ohm power.... I am sure the LSi9's would really rock in a HT environment. Again, I think the LSi9's are completely adequate for music without a sub. They do an amazing job with bass for a bookshelf speaker. But for big time movie action, you would need a big time sub. If I did not have so much already invested in my current HT equipment, I would be very tempted to go that way.

sinister184 · 11-03-2009, 06:46 AM

cool thanks for the input

gcchifi · 11-04-2009, 10:45 PM

I agree that LSi9s sound great. I employ a pair as front left and right for HT/music purposes as part of a 7.1 set up. I have them bi-amped with an Onkyo 805 for the highs and an Adcom GFP-7607 for the mids. That ring radiator tweeter is sweet.

Halcro 1 · 11-05-2009, 01:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Opips2

Stereo is so popular but Now multichannel is popular.

2 channel will always be popular with pureists.. Multi-channel to some is kind of gimmicky

11-02-2009, 12:44 AM	#1
ls7z06 Active Member Member since:Aug 2009	New 2 channel LSi9 set up Just finished setting up a 2 channel stereo music arrangement for my den. I have been working on this for a while and just finshed it a few days ago. I went with a set of Polk LSi9's in cherry finish on Sanus 24 inch cherry finish stands. I am using a previously retired Onkyo TX-SR806 as a preout and an Emotiva UPA-2 4ohm, 185 x 2 watt amp. I hooked up a Wadia 170i to the digital input on my AVR and download all of my iTunes in Apple lossless. I also hooked up an Oppo disk player for CD's and SACD's. I tried connecting a small Polk Micropro sub, but ended up putting it back in the closet. The LSi9's sounded better without it. I know there are fancier and much more expensive true audiophile set ups out there. But I had to share how pleased I am with this set up. I think the speakers do an absolutely great job. Today, I walked into the room and my wife had the system on playing classical piano. I was absolutely sure it was my daughter actually playing the piano. But it was the speakers. The realistic sound creation is amazing to me. The little speakers also do a super job of producing bass which is completely convincing for music listening. The combination of the Polks, the Emotiva, the digital Wadia and the lossless Apple files all combine to make a very, very enjoyable listening experience. So for what it's worth, just thought I would share my impressions.

11-02-2009, 06:01 PM	#11
ls7z06 Active Member Member since:Aug 2009	Here are the pics.... Posted in a hurry. Please forgive pic quality. Did not get to tweak them.

11-02-2009, 11:04 PM	#17
ls7z06 Active Member Member since:Aug 2009	I have my Lazy Boy sitting directly across from the couch. So, the main seat is centered between the speakers across from the couch. It really sounds great. I have also tried it setting on the couch. It then sounds like the sound is originating on the opposite side of the room. The speakers are very detailed and realistic. I simply can't say enough good things about them. As far as comparing them to my RTi A7's in the HT room.... I do just simply like the towers for movies and I am completely satisfied with my HT set up. HOWEVER.... if you had your entire HT surround system set up with the LSi9's and the appropriate center channel, and an adequate sub with good SPL for movies.... and adequate 4ohm power.... I am sure the LSi9's would really rock in a HT environment. Again, I think the LSi9's are completely adequate for music without a sub. They do an amazing job with bass for a bookshelf speaker. But for big time movie action, you would need a big time sub. If I did not have so much already invested in my current HT equipment, I would be very tempted to go that way. Last edited by ls7z06; 11-02-2009 at 11:09 PM.

11-04-2009, 10:45 PM	#19
gcchifi Expert Member Member since:Sep 2009 Location:Bron-Yr-Aur Blu-ray collection:802 Blu-ray reviews:2	Polk Music... I agree that LSi9s sound great. I employ a pair as front left and right for HT/music purposes as part of a 7.1 set up. I have them bi-amped with an Onkyo 805 for the highs and an Adcom GFP-7607 for the mids. That ring radiator tweeter is sweet.

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11-02-2009, 12:54 AM	#2
Big Daddy Blu-ray Champion Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Southern California Home Theater Gallery:79 Blu-ray collection:122 Trading Score:1	Congratulations. That is a very good two-channel setup.

11-02-2009, 01:38 AM	#3
Hammie Blu-ray Champion Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:May 2008 Location:Washington, DC Metro Home Theater Gallery:53 Blu-ray collection:545 DVD collection:12 Trading Score:12	Congrats. You should post some pics of your new 2-channel setup.

11-02-2009, 01:48 AM	#4
ZedsDead Senior Member Member since:Jul 2009 Home Theater Gallery:28 Blu-ray collection:94	Sounds awesome, I just missed a great deal on the same speakers a few months back. Between your HT and 2-channel setup you certainly have quite the collection going for yourself (not to mention the Z06). And definitely post some pics.

11-02-2009, 01:55 AM	#5
Johnny Vinyl Moderator Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Jul 2007 Location:At the crossroad of Analogue Dr & 2CH Ave Home Theater Gallery:19 Blu-ray collection:205 DVD collection:7 Blu-ray reviews:3 Trading Score:8	Another 2-channel aficionado! Well done and congrats on your new setup. You obviously took great care in assembling the various components. Enjoy the music!!!! John

11-02-2009, 01:55 AM	#6
crazyBLUE Moderator Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Aug 2008 Location:Pacific Northwest Home Theater Gallery:89 Blu-ray collection:479 DVD collection:1 Blu-ray reviews: 38 Trading Score:30	I agree with everyone wanting to see pics of the 2 channel setup. The home theater is real nice !

11-02-2009, 04:46 PM	#9
sinister184 Special Member Member since:Jul 2007 Location:FL, USA Home Theater Gallery:4 4K collection:52 Blu-ray collection:593 Blu-ray reviews:7 Trading Score:17	im planning on doing this as well.. sounds awesome.. wheres the pics!?!?

11-02-2009, 05:37 PM	#10
ls7z06 Active Member Member since:Aug 2009	I will get some pics up as soon as I get a few minutes.

11-02-2009, 06:09 PM	#12
solarrdadd Blu-ray Prince Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Jul 2008 Location:Virginia Home Theater Gallery:255 4K collection:209 Blu-ray collection:1344 DVD collection:4 Blu-ray reviews: 42 Trading Score:316	those speakers are beautiful. based on the pictures you have put up, do you sit on the couch with the speakers on each side of you (and how does that sound) or do you sit opposite of that couch facing the speakers directly and if so, how does that sound?

11-02-2009, 06:32 PM	#14
sinister184 Special Member Member since:Jul 2007 Location:FL, USA Home Theater Gallery:4 4K collection:52 Blu-ray collection:593 Blu-ray reviews:7 Trading Score:17	looks great! let me ask you, how do the lsi9's compare to the rtia7s? i have basically the same setup as your main theater and always wondered how the lsi series sounds in comparison to the rti

11-02-2009, 06:59 PM	#15
Jwilly019 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Oct 2008 Location:Columbus, OH Blu-ray collection:192 Trading Score:9	The finish on those speakers are beautiful. I too am wondering where you sit though.

11-02-2009, 07:01 PM	#16
Intamin Power Member Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Sep 2007 Location:Houston Home Theater Gallery:38 Blu-ray collection:318	Congrats on the new system! Enjoy

11-03-2009, 06:46 AM	#18
sinister184 Special Member Member since:Jul 2007 Location:FL, USA Home Theater Gallery:4 4K collection:52 Blu-ray collection:593 Blu-ray reviews:7 Trading Score:17	cool thanks for the input

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