Center Channel Speaker < $150 (1 Viewer)

[brandon_len]

Anyone recommend a center channel speaker at or less than $150. Thanks!!

 

[FeisalK]

it depends on what you are using for front l/r. it's recommended that you get a center channel that tonally matches the front pair

 

[brandon_len]

I am using JBL scs136 front speakers. I think they have great sound for their size which was a major factor in my purchase (size). However I think the center channel is rather weak. I will be using them solely for home theater.
How much of a difference does it make to match a speakers tone?? Is it something only audiophiles will hear or does it just simply sound terrible?
Thanks!!!

 

[FeisalK]

sorry, but I am not familiar with JBLs to suggest an alternative if any (snce you think the matching center is weak). I think you might be able to hear a difference depending on the speaker, but in practice, its only affected when the sound pans across the front from L-R. most of the movie audio is in the center channel.

 

[Luitz]

This maybe http://www.jbl.com/home/products/pr...ww.jbl.com/home/products/ser...=NRE&CatId=CCS

 

[Mike Fassler]

jbl s series center channel is supposed to be pretty good, from what ive read on these forums and other places.

 

[AaronJB]

I have a JBL S-Center and find it to be a remarkable speaker. However, it's pretty much impossible to find right now outside of Ebay, given that the speaker is discontinued.

 

[cabreau]

Those JBL speakers look pretty nice. I've always liked JBL. Maybe I'll get some of those for my 2nd system someday. But first, I must find a 1024 x 768 projector for just over $1000 that does really good with HD and DVD. :|

 

[Lenny Truett]

I am not familiar with those JBL's, but I have one S-38 II for sale for $150. I am currently using one as my center channel and it is fantastic. Email me at [email protected] if you are interested or have any questions.

Lenny