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I just purchased a new Pioneer HD Sound Receiver, and want to upgrade my 5.1 system. I’ve found a couple of great prices on older equipment.
I need help deciding, as this is my first individual speaker purchase (I was using a KOSS 5.1 System before)
For the center channel, I’m torn between the PSB Alpha C1, and the Energy RC-Mini. Both have great specs and review, and the RC-Mini is about $15 more expensive.
A Boston Acoustics CR2 is also an option, and is cheaper than the other two. I couldn’t find any information on the CR2 though.
For the left and right channels and rear, I can choose between some old Paradigm 5SE Mk Is, Paradigm Titan Version 3s, Athena AS-B2, or Athena AS-B1.
Which ones do you think would be best, I have the Pioneer VSX-819H receiver, and am in a 15×20 (or so) room.
Thanks!
I sold Energy, Boston and Paradigm for years and I like all 3. I own Bostons. The RC-Minis sound great but if anything I would recommend a matched set if at all possible.
Here is a good, complete set and at a discount.
http://astore.amazon.com/ewarehouse-20/detail/B000WGJX5A
Boston Acoustics MCS100 Home Theater Speaker System
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Boston Acoustics A225C White Center Channel Speaker $119.77 |
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Boston Acoustics – 424v Center Channel Speaker $65.00 |
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new acoustic audio 100 watt great center channel clean sound $5.99 |
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acoustic audio new center channel 125 watts clean crisp affordable sound $7.50 |
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BOSTON ACOUSTICS A 225C Two-Way Center Channel Speaker White $99.99 |
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Boston Acoustics Lynnfield VR10 VR-10 Center Channel Speaker – Excellent! $99.00 |
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BOSTON ACOUSTICS MCS 90 Center Channel speaker $25.00 |
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Boston Acoustics VRC Center Channel Speaker $100.00 |
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In-Wall Home Theater Center Channel Speaker by Acoustic Audio (HD-6c) $68.88 |
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VintageDesign Acoustics PS-CV center channel bookshelf monitor speaker NICE!! $14.99 |
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Acoustic Audio RW-C3 100 Watt Center Channel Speaker $0.06 |
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Genesis Media Labs Center Channel with Acoustic Audio Surround Speakers $20.00 |
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Fluance AVSC Home Cinema Acoustic Center Channel Speaker Black Ash Finish $94.99 |
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Boston Acoustics A 225C Dual 5.25-IN Woofer 2-Way Center Channel (Gloss Black) $149.95 |
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Premier Acoustic PA-4.2C Center Channel Speaker $129.00 |
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Premier Acoustic PA-8 Center Channel Speaker $299.00 |
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Acoustic Audio PSC-32 125 Watt Center Channel Speaker $0.01 |
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New Acoustic Audio HD-6c In-Wall Center Channel Speaker $0.01 |
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4 Boston Acoustics Micro90X Main / Stereo Speakers & 1 Micro90c Center Channel $99.00 |
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Boston Acoustics A225C 2-way Center Channel Speaker $249.00 |
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Vintage Design Acoustic DA PS-24 (ds24) CENTER CHANNEL SPEAKER USA Made 75 Watts $75.00 |
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Boston Acoustics CenterSat 6 Center Channel Speaker $29.99 |
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PURE ACOUSTICS SUPERNOVA C CENTER CHANNEL SPEAKER $125.00 |
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PURE ACOUSTICS NOBLE II C CENTER CHANNEL SPEAKER $175.00 |
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Boston Acoustics CS225C Cherry (Ea) Classic Series center channel speaker $99.77 |
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Premier Acoustic PA-6c Center Channel Speaker black $189.00 |
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Premier Acoustic PA-6c Center Channel Speaker-cherry $189.00 |
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Premier Acoustic PA-8c Center Channel Speaker-cherry $249.00 |
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Acoustic Audio RW-C3 100 Watt Center Channel Speaker $29.99 |
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New Acoustic Audio HD-6c Pair Center Channel Speakers $117.77 |
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New Acoustic Audio HD-6c In-Wall Center Channel Speaker $68.88 |
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BOSTON ACOUSTIC MICRO90C CENTER CHANNEL SPEAKER 100% WORKING, HI-END $89.99 |
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PURE ACOUSTICS Noble-IIC 4″, 2-Way Noble II Gloss Black Center Channel Speaker $169.64 |
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Pure Acoustics Supernova-C 2-Way 5.25″ Supernova Series Center Channel Speaker $124.39 |
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Pure Acoustics Noble-Iic 2-Way Noble Ii Series 4″ Center Channel Speaker $164.67 |
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Pure Acoustics DreamTower Center Channel Speaker $69.00 |
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Boston Acoustics CS 225C Center Channel $195.00 |
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Boston Acoustics Center Channel Speaker VR-MC $99.99 |
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Boston Acoustic Micro90c Center Channel Speaker $75.00 |
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Precision Acoustics HD-C 2-Way Center Channel Speaker $49.95 |
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Acoustic Energy AE 107C center channel speaker $158.00 |
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BOSTON ACOUSTIC MICRO 90C CENTER CHANNEL SPEAKER & 2 MICRO 90X SPEAKERS. $129.99 |
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PURE ACOUSTICS NOBLE-IIC 2-WAY NOBLE II SERIES 4″ CENTER CHANNEL SPEAKER $154.42 |
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NEW PURE ACOUSTICS SUPERNOVA-C 2-WAY 5.25″ SUPERNOVA SERIES CENTER CHANNEL $119.95 |
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NEW PURE ACOUSTICS NOBLE-IIC 2-WAY NOBLE II SERIES 4″ CENTER CHANNEL SPEAKER $159.95 |
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PURE ACOUSTICS 2-WAY 5.25″ SUPERNOVA SERIES CENTER CHANNEL SPEAKER WITH LACQUER $125.70 |
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Pure Acoustics – NOBLE-IIC Noble II Series 2-Way 4-Inch Center Channel Speaker $159.10 |
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Acoustic Audio HTi6c 4-6.5″ Surround Speakers w/Center Channel & 8″ Powered Sub $208.88 |
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Altec Lansing VS2621 2.1 Channel Speaker System $27.38 The VS2621 three-piece speaker system for computers & MP3 players was built with one purpose in mind deliver blow-your-socks-off sound without blowing your budget. The unique angled shape of the satellites directs full-spectrum audio toward you for improved audio dynamics while the side-firing subwoofer pumps out impressive bass. Its compact size makes it ideal for small spaces, but theres nothin… |
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Cyber Acoustics CA-5402 Platinum Series High Performance 5.1 Speaker System (Black) $48.75 6pc speaker system with open face satellite design, direct bass response, desktop control pod, aux input. The CA-5402 is the perfect 5.1 computer speaker system – providing both stylish design and sound intensity anywhere in your home. This system was designed to work with any of your music sources. 5.1 inputs, stereo input and auxiliary inputs cover all the bases. The CA-5402 synchronizes with th… |
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Hercules XPS 5.1 70 Multimedia Speakers $84.47 70W RMS (4 X 7.5W FOR SATELLITES 1 X 15W RMS FOR CENTER & 1 X 25W RMS FOR SUBWOOFER)140W MAX POWERFREQ RESP: 30 HZ 20 KHZFEATURES A CENTER SPEAKER WITH FLAT PANEL SCREEN MOUNTING SYSTEM & WOODEN SUBWOOFERULTRA-SLIM SATELLITE SPEAKERSINCLUDES A THIN CENTER SPEAKER WITH FLAT PANEL MOUNTING SYSTEMLACQUER FINISH ON BACKS OF SATELLITESENERGY SAVING FEATURE USES LESS THAN 1W OF POWER IN STANDBY MODEMAGN… |
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Zoom H4n Handy Portable Digital Recorder $272.50 Representing the next level of professional recording performance, the Zoom H4n Digital Recorder delivers superior audio quality and dramatically improves the user experience. Zoom’s most sophisticated handheld recorder to date will amaze, no matter the application. FEATURES: Unique X/Y mic design captures perfect stereo images – The H4n’s onboard X/Y stereo condenser mics are arranged with t… |
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VideoSecu 5 Black Deluxe Universal Speaker Mounts / Brackets for Walls and Ceilings 1XZ $15.99 Technical Details: Total product length (wall mount applications): 3 5/8″, Total product length (ceiling mount applications): 5 7/8 inch. Designed to fit the following brands of home theater satellite speakers: Bose, Denon, Infinity, Insignia, Kenwood, LG, JVC, Onkyo, Panasonic, Philips, Pioneer, Samsung, Sony, Yamaha, Zenith and most other brands of satellite speakers. Included Items: Mounting br… |
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Polk Audio CS10 Center Channel Speaker (Single, Black) $199.95 Enrich your home theater audio experience with this center-channel speaker that features two 6-1/2 inch bilaminate composite woofers with rubber surrounds and 1-inch bilaminate composite silk dome tweeter for expressive sound quality…. |
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Shure PG24/PG58 Wireless Vocal System, H7 $245.00 The Shure PG24/PG58 Wireless Vocal System includes a PG4 Diversity Receiver with PG2/PG58 Handheld Microphone Transmitter, tuned to accentuate the clarity of lead and backup vocals…. |
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Pioneer AVH-P6300BT 7-Inch In-Dash DVD A/V Receiver with iPod/iPhone Control, Bluetooth, and Pandora $700.00 … |
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Boston Acoustics Classic CS225B Center Speaker $68.99 1 15 lb 16.57″ 2-way 2.40 kHz 25 kHz 5 Year Limited 6.26″ 8 Ohm 8″ 80 Hz Acoustically tuned port for improved bass 5-way gold-plated binding posts Our Classic CS225B Center Speaker was designed to offer Boston’s legendary sound, classic look, exceptional quality, and value. Classic loudspeakers provide an excellent foundation for a multi-channel home theater system or a stereo-only music system. Black Boston Acoustics Boston Acoustics, Inc CS225B Classic Classic CS225B Center Speaker Speaker www.bostonacoustics.com |
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Boston Acoustics Classic CS225C Center Speaker $94.99 1 15 lb 2-way 2.40 kHz 25 kHz 5 Year Limited 6.26″ 8 Ohm 8″ 80 Hz 9.49″ Acoustically tuned port for improved bass 5-way gold-plated binding posts Our Classic CS225B Center Speaker was designed to offer Boston’s legendary sound, classic look, exceptional quality, and value. Classic loudspeakers provide an excellent foundation for a multi-channel home theater system or a stereo-only music system. Black Boston Acoustics Boston Acoustics, Inc CS255C CS255CB Classic Classic CS225C Center Speaker Speaker www.bostonacoustics.com |
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Boston Acoustics center channek Spk $60.99 Boston Acoustics center channek Spk |
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Pure Acoustics Noble-IIC 2-Way 4-Inch Center Channel Speaker $129.99 The Noble 4″ center channel speaker delivers rich, nuanced audio that is bold without sacrificing a quiet grace. Combining grandeur and excellence with understated style, this Noble speaker offers the perfect blend of form and function, inviting you to savor the sound. The Noble center speaker is engineered with drivers similar to the front speakers, complementing them and creating a harmonic soundstage for a seminal home theater experience. Magnetically shielded for clear vocal resonance, the center speaker is 2-way, with two 4″ drivers. Its curved, high-gloss piano finish is an attractive companion to all plasma television sets. |
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Acoustics $11.49 Acoustics |
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Pure Acoustics SupernovaC 2Way 5.25 Inch Center Channel Speaker With Lacquer $157.91 250W Peak 150W Rms Power Handling; Dual 5.25 PolyInjected Woofers Designed For Extended Strength Flexibility; 1 OilCooled Silk Dome Tweeter Delivers PinDrop Clarity; Freq Resp: 60 Hz 20 Khz; Sensitivity: 89 Db; GoldPlate Binding Posts; Magnetically Shielded To Eliminate Interference When Placed Near Tv; Modern Wood Laminate Cabinet Design; Contemporary Black PianoGloss Baffle; Dim: 6.5 H X 18.11 W X 8 D; Each |
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Pure Acoustics NobleIic 2Way AllLacquer 4 Inch Center Channel Speaker $219.34 225W Peak 150W Rms Power Handling; Dual 4 PolyInjected Woofer Engineered To Provide High Bass Output Even With Its Small Size; 1 OilCooled Silk Dome Tweeter Delivers PinDrop Clarity; Freq Resp: 60 Hz 20 Khz; Sensitivity: 87 Db; GoldPlate Binding Posts; Magnetically Shielded To Eliminate Interference When Placed Near Tv; Elegant Black PianoGloss Cabinet; Dim: 5.5 H X 15.75 W X 5.5 D; Each |
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Pure Acoustics Supernova-C 2-Way 5.25-Inch Center Channel Speaker w/ Lacquer $69.99 Incredibly powerful, realistic sound reproduction. Stunning, state-of-the-art cabinetry. Simply astonishing value. The Supernova’s sleek, costly-looking design combines with our stellar, high-technology crossover, amazing drivers, and gold-plated terminals in a feature-rich package that is impossible to match. The audio experience – and the aesthetics – will transport you and your living room beyond the horizon.The center speaker of the Supernova series offers 2-way crossover design with PPCA technology domes to ensure the reliable and accurate audio essential for a memorable home theater experience. The two 5″ mid-range drivers flank a perfect brass coil and oil-cooled 1″ silk dome tweeter, designed to provide superior dialogue with clarity and power. It is magnetically shielded to eliminate interference when placed near TV monitor. |
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Boston Acoustics Classic CS26 Speaker $60.99 1 12.25″ 12.50 lb 2-way 2.40 kHz 25 kHz 52 Hz 8 Ohm 8.25″ 89 dB 9.06″ Our Classic CS26 Speaker was designed to offer Boston’s legendary sound, classic look, exceptional quality, and value. Classic loudspeakers provide an excellent foundation for a multi-channel home theater system or a stereo-only music system. Black Bookshelf Boston Acoustics Boston Acoustics, Inc CS26 CS26B Classic Classic CS26 Speaker Speaker www.bostonacoustics.com |
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PRO PDIWCS56 – center channel speaker $44.99 PYLE PRO PDIWCS56 – Center channel speaker – 2-way |