Ebony vs. Cherry

[KG Audio]

Not to bring up another one of those "Cables do/don't make a difference" type threads, but it's Friday and I don't have anything better to do. ;)

Anyways, I'm very close to pulling the trigger on some LSi 9s or 15s and wanted to get some various responses on why people chose the color they chose!

Obviously things like decor, furniture, other components, etc come into play but I also was wondering about people's preferences. I am leaning towards Ebony due to it being more neutral but I must admit the Cherries look pretty sweet!!! :D Especially in that "artsy pics" thread!!! :eek:

So, let me know your thoughts...Ebony or Cherry? :confused:

KG

[danger boy]

cherry always for me.. that cherry finish just pop's out at you... stunning looking. every other speaker manufacturer makes ebony... not that many make affordable cherry veneer. :) props to Polk for making the cherry speakers.

[KG Audio]

This is the pic I mentioned above.

Sorry I'm not sure if this will work since I don't know how to post a link or quote...but this pic is SWEET!!! :D


Like this?

http://lonestarbottleheads.org/gallery/albums/050607/Dsc_0663.jpg

KG

[beardog03]

I have both..
I like the Cherry for the living room, and the ebony for my office !

The way to chose the color, IMO, is to see what looks best with the rig it`s attached to, and the room it`s in

IMO, of course..!!

[john22614]

cherry, hands down

[Bill Ayotte]

I am going to get some **** for this, but I really don't like either finish to be honest....I did like the pictures I saw when someone took off the wood sides and the whole speaker was piano black however....

[beardog03]

I agree with you there...the nekid speaks were very cool..!!

[KG Audio]

I think I remember seeing those naked :eek: LSi 15s?

I wonder if they really look as sweet as those pics?

[Bill Ayotte]

I agree with you there...the nekid speaks were very cool..!!

And piano black is a great universal finish...It can go almost anywhere and look elegant...I think a set of speakers like these should make a statement, and nekid they make more of one than with the side panels...Not that they should be a "sore thumb" so to say, but they should have a presence in the room, command some attention...One day I will own a "pretty" set of speakers....:rolleyes:

[beardog03]

what do ya got now ?

[KG Audio]

what do ya got now ?

Are you talking to me? Are YOU talking to ME?

JK :D

If you were asking me...nothing much to speak of right now.

We are in the process of looking for & buying a house by the end of the year...so I am in the process of planning, shopping, & buying a/v equip. Mostly audio since I am not sure what the HT room will be able to hold, handle, etc.

I figure if I shop for audio right now, I can always fit it into a room somewhere...living room, family room, game room, audio room :D

KG

[Bill Ayotte]

Tannoy System 8's....Got them for $150 from a closing studio...I love them, but god are they ugly....Check out my showcase, they are on each side of the TV...

[Ern Dog]

I love the cherry finish. Matches my wood floors :)

[Lasareath]

Sorry to throw in the wrench, But I say African Padauk!

http://38.161.195.8/long-matt-polk.jpg

http://38.161.195.8/new-wood-001.jpg

http://38.161.195.8/new-wood-002.jpg

http://38.161.195.8/african_padauk.jpg

[danger boy]

Laz,
while a pretty good looking wood you got there.. it's a bit to reddish for my tastes.

i'd like something with more brown in it myself.

looks like a cool project though.

[Bill Ayotte]

That is a great finish man, I can't wait to see the finished product....

[Lasareath]

My Dad's garage was all Orange. thank god he moved his white Mercedes SUV out of the garage before we starting cutting!

The saw dust on the floor was exactly the same color as the orange extension cord.

[McLoki]

My 7's are piano black and look great (in my opinion). You can click on the lsi7 link in my sig to see pics of me removing the sides. (can also click on the quote in my sig to see them in my showcase.)

For surround use, I think the piano black blends alot better with the room and the LSi 15's up front.

Michael

[engtaz]

Cherry gets my vote.

[markmarc]

From a value standpoint the cherry is a better investment, resale value is higher.

[jmwest1970]

I like 'em like my women ... nekkid! :D

[KG Audio]

I like 'em like my women ... nekkid! :D

Wrong thread...that's the "Tasteful or Untasteful Babe" thread. :D

Back on topic...any other opinions? :confused:

KG

[Shizelbs]

I think the cherry for the LSi lineup is just too sexy to pass up, but the high gloss black does look amazing as well.

[KG Audio]

I think the cherry for the LSi lineup is just too sexy to pass up, but the high gloss black does look amazing as well.

I have no idea what the future holds as far as additional upgrades for me but I think not all of the LSi Series are offered in Cherry??? :confused: LSi f/x :confused: LSiC :confused: Not too sure about the Sub...also not sure if I would want it based on the discussions here.

KG

[Bill Ayotte]

I have no idea what the future holds as far as additional upgrades for me but I think not all of the LSi Series are offered in Cherry??? :confused: LSi f/x :confused: LSiC :confused: Not too sure about the Sub...also not sure if I would want it based on the discussions here.

KG

According to this very site, the LSiC is not available in Cherry....

[duksbak]

So, let me know your thoughts...Ebony or Cherry? :confused:

Cherry!

[cfrizz]

I like the piano black finish. While the cherry looks better than the black, which in the light looks more brown than black. I would get black since that is the color of all the rest of my gear.

[Doc99]

I think the cherry with the high gloss black is more striking looking(gives contrast), but the Ebony is more subtle looking, and can blend in to a rooms decor better(it is more neutral). Tough choice!

[jmwest1970]

I like the piano black finish. While the cherry looks better than the black, which in the light looks more brown than black. I would get black since that is the color of all the rest of my gear.

I see the same thing with my RTi70s. They're listed as black, but look more like a dark chocolate to me.

[Monster Jam]

I agree with the dark chocolate description. Ebony for me. Always bet on black.

[janmike]

Cherry here.

[Shannon W.]

Cherry = Pimp Juice!

I only wish you could get the LSiFX's in Cherry! How about it Polk??? WE WANT SOME CHERRY FX's!!!

Shannon