Michael Merrell
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In July, I'm planning on upgrading my HT audio system. The room I use is relatively small (10x13x8), and my seating is against the wall, so I'm not quite sure what my options are in several areas.
Here are a few pics to help visualize the space:
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1) 6.1/7.1, or can I get decent results with rear center channels with the seating against the back wall, or should I just stick with 5.1?
2) How much bass do I need? With ~ 1100 cubic feet, I imagine that I don't need dual subs, but I'm not sure how much I lose to adjacent rooms. As things stand now, I'm considering the SVS CS+ 1646 with the Samson 1000 amp (I've heard a dual set in action). I guess if one didn't do the trick, I could add a second onto the same amp.
Speakers... I'm considering Divas, right now. I feel myself being swept along with the tide.
3) In a space this size, and with a decent sub, are 6.1s appropriate for mains, or would 5.1s be better? As I understand it, the 5.1 and C3 use the same driver. Would this provide a better match across the front?
4) For the surrounds, with my ears only 6 inches from the back wall, I am assuming that 2.1s mounted as direct radiators about 6 inches forward of the back wall, and a bit above my [seated] head would get me the best results. The R3s wouldn't work well that close to the rear wall, right?
5) Rear centers: well, perhaps I should worry about these after I get question #1 answered.
Any input would be appreciated.
Thanks,
--Mike
Here are a few pics to help visualize the space:
Link Removed
1) 6.1/7.1, or can I get decent results with rear center channels with the seating against the back wall, or should I just stick with 5.1?
2) How much bass do I need? With ~ 1100 cubic feet, I imagine that I don't need dual subs, but I'm not sure how much I lose to adjacent rooms. As things stand now, I'm considering the SVS CS+ 1646 with the Samson 1000 amp (I've heard a dual set in action). I guess if one didn't do the trick, I could add a second onto the same amp.
Speakers... I'm considering Divas, right now. I feel myself being swept along with the tide.
3) In a space this size, and with a decent sub, are 6.1s appropriate for mains, or would 5.1s be better? As I understand it, the 5.1 and C3 use the same driver. Would this provide a better match across the front?
4) For the surrounds, with my ears only 6 inches from the back wall, I am assuming that 2.1s mounted as direct radiators about 6 inches forward of the back wall, and a bit above my [seated] head would get me the best results. The R3s wouldn't work well that close to the rear wall, right?
5) Rear centers: well, perhaps I should worry about these after I get question #1 answered.
Any input would be appreciated.
Thanks,
--Mike