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Yeah, they say the center channel and subwoofer are the things you need to focus on. I already have a BIC F-12, solid sub, and was going to get the Polk Audio CS2 Series II, but way to huge. I just reorganized a furniture a bit, and I think compact is the way to go, but I really don't want to...

I am really liking the Polk TL compact speaker series. Great combination of looks, quality, and sound quality (from reviews). From my understanding, this is their lineup (amazon prices): TL1: Center - $74 Bookshelves - $79 (each) TL2: Center - $139 (out of stock temporarily) Bookshelves - $95...

Are these actually good or did you just go to amazon and click "sort by rating"?

None so far. I guess I'll need to match them, but I would like a center channel recommendation first.

I have some space constraints and I was wondering which center channel would be best for me. The only constraint is that it cannot be more thank 6 inches deep and 10 inches high. Width does not matter. Also, I would prefer it be under $150.

Oh ok, I see. Thanks.

Some more noob questions: What is the "peak" wattage of a subwoofer and why does it matter. Why does it matter if the peak wattage is 475 if my receiver only outputs at 100 watts?

Does anyone know the dimensions of the BIC F-12? Amazon give me one thing (21"H x 19"W x 22"D) but BIC's site (http://www.bicamerica.com/showpage.php?brand=2&type=8&spkrID=84) gives me (17"H x 14 3/4"W x 17 1/4"D)

Wow, I forgot about Best Buy. I just popped over there and checked. For $180, that's a great deal. And you're right about the F12's lower extension. I've done a bit of research and concluded that the 505 is better for music by a bit, but the F12 is a lot better for movies and games. And I think...

By the way, this will be for more of a 50/30/20 Video game/Movie/Music system.

I just compared the both and it seems like the Polk Audio PSW505 is 300 watts continuous vs the Bic F12's 150 watts continuous. The Bic has a 475 watt peak compared to the PSW505's 460 watts. I know wattage isn't everything, but DOUBLE? Which one's better?

I have an Onkyo TX NR-515. That should be good for the Bic F12 right?

Holy crap, thanks so much.

Also, does anyone know what the dimensions for the Monitor 40's and CS2 (also the CS1 just in case I end up getting that) are?

Great, I'll be getting the CS2 and the 40's probably. Now, about the sub. I know wattage aren't the only things that matter, so I'll ask you, what's the best under $200? Bic F12? Polk PSW505? Bic v1220? Or anything else?

How do the Monitor 40 Series II compare with the Monitor 60 Series II? I'm still debating if I should get a floorstanding model or a smaller "bookshelf" model.

Thanks so much. I looked up the Infinity Primus P363 as I saw them on SlickDeals, but Fry's tells me that no such product was found. Not sure why as many people seem fine with locating it. Could you give me a link? Also, I still need to do some measurements to see whether the CS1 or CS2 would...

Polk Audio Monitor 60 Series II for $99.99. Yes or no? I have a feeling it will be a HUGE YES! Will go great with a CS1 or CS2 Series II. I'll probably be using these as my fronts. If I do spring for them, how much back room should I give them? No side room as no space, maybe just 1 or 2 inches...

So I just got a BIC V1220 http://www.amazon.com/BIC-V-1220-430-Watt-Down-Firing-Subwoofer/dp/B0000Y2WYS How much clearance should I give the port on the side?

I don't think my ears are sensitive enough or on the same audiophile level as you guys are.

You should really expand on that...

But does better soundstage necessarily mean better sound quality? I'd rather have the latter.

Sorry, I meant buying mounts. My terminology's accurate as I'm quite a noob. So how do those "on walls" compare with mounting a Dayton B652 or Sony SS-B1000?

Or I can dedicate a little more to my Sub and get the CS1 Series II http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16882290210

Or even the CS2 Series II http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16882290212

Are those on walls any good compared to the Sony SS-B1000's or Dayton B652's? I don't really need dedicated on wall speakers. And how does the center compare with the Polk CS10...

I was thinking about wall mounting my surrounds so... Anyways, what center should I get for this? Should is stick with the BIC or should I get a Polk center?

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?SID=3tZccgXdEeKWPQIYg_Islg0_0_.dJ_0_0&AID=10440897&PID=1225267&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-cables-_-na-_-na&Item=N82E16882290040 These will be used for my mains right?

How are the Polk Audio R300's? They're on sale for $50 a piece, free shipping.

Could you explain a little? It's only $400.