Center Channel speakers - How do I match to my B&W DM 580's? (1 Viewer)

[csrMark]

Hello,

My first time posting here. I'm not really up to par when it comes to stereo stuff but trying to learn.

Just got a new 50 inch plasma tv and want to upgrade my surround sound system. The only thing I am keeping from my old system is my B&W 580 speakers for the front. I'm looking for new center channel and rear speakers.

I don't know how to "match" my front B&W speakers to a center channel speaker? I have been looking at Polk Audio, B&W & Paradigm. I don't want to spend more then $200 on a center channel speaker.

Anyone have any suggestions? Even how to "match" up something to my B&W speakers?

Here are the specs from the book on my B&W's

thanks

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[mazersteven]

I don't think your going to find a center channel to match those speakers. So whatever center channel you purchase, your going to have speakers that sound different from one another as your mains. Not a good thing.

I might suggest you purchase a set of mains, and move the 580's to the rear.

 

[JeremyErwin]

Depending on how you set it up, you may be able to find an used dm 550 and use that as a center channel. Or talk to a B&W dealer, and see what she suggests...