Polk Rti 6's ok for 2channel setup?

[Chicomoralessxm]

I'm planning next month to get either rti 6's for a 2ch basic set up with the nad c325bee and c521 is that good idea do i need a sub cause i dont think that stereo receiver has that option? is the paradigm mini monitor a better direction to go in??? kinda on a tight budget open to suggestions please

[F1nut]

What, once wasn't enough???

http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?t=45211

[Chicomoralessxm]

any thoughts???

[Chicomoralessxm]

thought i might get a more clear answer here

[shack]

What you have listed will be a great starter 2 channel rig that can give you years of enjoyment unless you get the upgrade bug. Depending on your room and music tastes you may or may not need a sub. If you need a sub at a later date there are a couple of ways to hook it up...either via speaker level inputs or using the preouts of the 325 with a Y cable.

It's time to quit asking what everyone else would do. There are tons of sources on the internet to find reviews and articles of almost every piece of gear. I doubt if anyone will tell you that starting off with a NAD and Polk 2 channel rig is a bad move. Both companies offer great value for the money spent. Many here have taken just that route and many are still using the gear. It's time to "just do it!"

[Chicomoralessxm]

yes i agree 100% but asking help to gain knowledge??? aslong as you dont ask a dumbie but i've found numerous astute minds in here. anyway i followed that concept last time just doing it was barely satified a little older no less wiser so taking my time while I weigh the apples and oranges sorry if it acts as an annoyance for some or you but its all about getting a little insight be4. I dont wanna marry myself in haste and repent at leisure lol

[steveinaz]

I think the Rti6 would be fine in that setup. Sub? maybe....but I don't think it is a "must have." Personally, I don't like subs in my 2-channel setup.

[Chicomoralessxm]

I think the Rti6 would be fine in that setup. Sub? maybe....but I don't think it is a "must have." Personally, I don't like subs in my 2-channel setup.

thanks steve so for music set up no sub iwas think that it might add a little more bottom end i won't get with those speakers? and hmmm let just get your opinion rti'6 or paradigm mini monitors whats your verdict for music?? i listen to wide range of music classical, jazz, salsa, alternative reggae you name it which speaker would provide the best diversity for those genres of music

[steveinaz]

Rti6 vs Pdigm Mini = let your ears decide. Both are fine speakers.

[cfrizz]

I always utilize my sub when I listen in 2 channel mode.

[Joey_V]

RTi6 would be a good foundation for what will be a great audio adventure.

I dont think I could've put it any better than that.

JOey

[Zero]

Chico,

The Rti-6 is my personal favorite from the entire RTi line. While it may not be capable of delivering the sheer volume and dynamics of the larger floor standing models, it offers a far more coherent sound with fewer peaks and valleys in the frequency response. When it comes to the Rti line and stereo playback, the 6 is where it’s at.

As Shack mentioned – whether you will need a sub or not is something you will have to determine for yourself. Figure out your main speakers first and worry about the sub later.

In this sub $300 price range... there is only one other recommendation I would make to you given the budget and taste of music, and thats the Onix XLS speakers;

http://www.av123.com/products_produc...s&product=82.1

Products from the likes of Paradigm, B&W, NHT, PSB, et all... will offer great products in this range too.. but they will be more like lateral moves.. than upgrades. Subjectively and even non-subjectivly speaking... the XLS is miles ahead in regards to build and execution.

[wallstreet]

I recently hooked up my rti-6's with the SVS 25-31 (tuned to 20hz) to see if I would be happy with the setup. After a good tune up, I let the decibels fly to see if the 6's could hang when paired with a capable sub. The end result is a reaffirming yes. You need to xover the 6's at no lower than 80 hz and you'll get plenty of loud clean music from your 2 channel setup.

[Chicomoralessxm]

Rti6 vs Pdigm Mini = let your ears decide. Both are fine speakers.

that would be nice but here's my major prob both dealors are not located on my islands one is in USVI(polk dealer) and the other in Sanjuan so i'm handicapped can't here either to compare i've own the rti15 before and think the step up 2 the 6's would be solid improvement but at the same time i find the mini monitors well looks sounds and friends i talked to well they have really have caught my eye and but will they catch my ear i believe so. Just wondering if i will be able to crank them up in my flat like i will be able to 6's

[Chicomoralessxm]

Chico,

The Rti-6 is my personal favorite from the entire RTi line. While it may not be capable of delivering the sheer volume and dynamics of the larger floor standing models, it offers a far more coherent sound with fewer peaks and valleys in the frequency response. When it comes to the Rti line and stereo playback, the 6 is where it’s at.

As Shack mentioned – whether you will need a sub or not is something you will have to determine for yourself. Figure out your main speakers first and worry about the sub later.

In this sub $300 price range... there is only one other recommendation I would make to you given the budget and taste of music, and thats the Onix XLS speakers;

http://www.av123.com/products_produc...s&product=82.1

Products from the likes of Paradigm, B&W, NHT, PSB, et all... will offer great products in this range too.. but they will be more like lateral moves.. than upgrades. Subjectively and even non-subjectivly speaking... the XLS is miles ahead in regards to build and execution.

thanks for the link i never heard of them be4 and by the way i'm not located in the US so hmmm shipping if they do ship here is going to add up do u have any of their models???

[steveinaz]

I would lean to the RTi6 as well...

[Chicomoralessxm]

Steve have you ever heard a pair of paradigms before???

[steveinaz]

Never owned them, but have listened to many different models in their line-up--don't get me wrong, I like Paradigm--but I think the Rti6 is a better speaker than the mini-monitor. Now if you were talking the Studio 20, thats a different story...

[Zero]

Chico,

Yes I have heard (and owned) the XLS, which is why I made the recommendation :). You are correct, shipping may cost a bit. Hell, it cost $40 USD to my door in the states.

Otherwise, if the Rti-6 is easier to get ahold of...they should not disappoint you at all. Its well built, perhaps the most coherent speaker Polk makes right now, can play any type of music without bias - just an overall great speaker to start off on.

[Chicomoralessxm]

Never owned them, but have listened to many different models in their line-up--don't get me wrong, I like Paradigm--but I think the Rti6 is a better speaker than the mini-monitor. Now if you were talking the Studio 20, thats a different story...

man if i could get my hands on those ouch they are like 850 plus shipping i believe have you ever heard the monitor 3's they cost like nearly twice the price of the polk's i'm like huh why??

[steveinaz]

I like the P-Digm Monitor 5 ALOT--dual woofers for me, just makes for cleaner bass most of the time.

[Chicomoralessxm]

Now that's most intresting I was looking and got a quote on that same model
dual drivers caught my attention same reason i really like the rti8 the thing is the monitor 5 are like 600 buck rti'8 were for 598 only difference is the shipping cost on the 8's but i find the monitor 5's tempting to say the least i have not heard much about them but i dont think i can afford those and the rti'6 right now the nad c325bee will be able to power the rti'6 ok would it be able to power the 5's??? or would ineed to upgrade looks like my budget is heading 1500+ lol

[Chicomoralessxm]

Have you heard the monitor 3's steve was wondering how those sound or has anyone heard those speakers? is their contruction and finish nicer than the rti6??? oh and how would the polks or paradigm match with a hk receiver say the 3480 can anyone help me with this