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  1. ben_fowler

    Aperion Audio Intimus 422 Speaker System

    No Reviews yet. But some customers already have them. Check the aperion forum.
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    How's the Aperion Intimus system for music listening

    Hi Rich. I'm sorry that I'm the only one replying to your post! But I will say that as part of the product development team here at Aperion, I always use music as the critical test for our speaker's performance. And of course there are a number of great sounding SACD's out there that sound great...
  3. ben_fowler

    Polk vs NHT, Guru Input Requested

    NHT gets my vote. the SB2's are quite nice. They are a little brighter and more detailed for music, without being overly sibilant or fatiguing. Of course, you should just try them both out in your room.
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    Aperion's new site is now LIVE

    For those interested, I just wanted to make a quick announcement. OUR NEW WEBSITE IS NOW LIVE!!! After over a year in production, it's finally here. We're very excited. I want to welcome you to check it out. There are some very "edu-taining" home theater crash courses for those wanting...
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    Entry level Bookshelf speakers for newbie?

    Hi Jerry. These are all great suggestions and I agree. You know, a lot of our customers get their speakers piecemeal style too. There are a lot of great speakers for under $400 - you'll be happier in the long run sound and performance-wise. But if you do need a complete set of speakers for under...
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    wondering out loud on subs

    I'll take a stab at a couple of the question points. 1. For nice and clean look, the sub amp is placed on the back panel of the sub. Unfortunately the controls are all connected to the amp. It's a cost thing. It just costs a lot to put the controls on the front, but then again, even if you do...
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    The Sub - Most important speaker?

    It's good to look at a sub that can really perform. Most subs that come with a packaged sub/sat system usually aren't that great. And a sub is very important indeed. I wouldn't say it's the most important - it would not be pleasant to listen to the sub all by itself - but it of course gives you...
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    question on speaker settings

    I concur. Set the speakers to small, thereby activating your receiver's 80Hz crossover, and then set the sub to about the same crossover point, or turn off the crossover in the sub if you can and go direct. Cheers,
  9. ben_fowler

    Axiom M22 or B&W 601 S3..........

    I've heard the M22ti. Good speaker. clean imaging and good bass. A better deal than the B&W in my opinion.
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    question about speakers for 6.1 setup...

    It's a surround speaker, in essence. My recommendation is to get a speaker similar to, or the same as, your current surrounds. Good luck!
  11. ben_fowler

    PINNACLE'S Baby Boom Sub - Hype or bust?

    I listened to it briefly with a friend recently. It's impressive considering it's size. Outside the boomer, there are a number of great sounding "tiny" or small subs out there.
  12. ben_fowler

    Which speakers setup should I get: PSB or JBL?

    PSB is usually reserved for the higher eschelon of listener, in the eyes of most audio enthusiasts and reviewers/editors. The JBL studio series isn't bad though. See what you think of them. If you can get them at a decent discount it might be worth it.
  13. ben_fowler

    speaker wire gauge

    I concur. 12 gauge is your best bet, especially for longer runs up to 50ft. And don't forget to terminate!
  14. ben_fowler

    Sub woofer blues

    One other thing, once you do get the sub working well, placement of the sub is a key factor for great performance. The basic rule is if you want more bass put it in a corner. If it's too boomy then get it out of the corner. There a a few other guidelines. Here's a good, albeit complicated...
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    Sub woofer blues

    A new receiver might be a best choice. However, if your receiver has sub pre-outs, then you should get at least a modicum of performance. Check this: Turn off all your main speakers so just the sub is hooked up and play a good bass CD. Are you hearing anything at all from the sub? If not, make...
  16. ben_fowler

    Purchase pattern - what is next?

    Hi there. I would probably go with a center channel next. As you've heard before I'm sure, they do the most work in a movie. However, if you have to wait a while between each purchase, you might ask yourself what's more important: the RUMBLE, or the enveloping surround sound, or the...
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