Made a decision, will go with the Focal Sib Evo 5.1.2 system. 90 db efficiency, easy to wall mount rear/center speakers, not obtrusive and I like the Focal products I’ve auditioned. Will need to add a 100 watt stereo class AB amp for the .2 height channels but that shouldn’t be a challenge
Anyone have experience with using Paradigm home theater speakers in a 5.1 / 7.1 setup?
Just acquired an Anthem MRX 540 8K AVR with the goal of acquiring/ setting up a 7.1 system over the next 6 months. To start with I have Clayton Shaw Caladans to use as front L/R channels and Magnepan 1.7's as rear L/R channels. The immediate need is a center channel speaker.
I'm drawn to the Paradigm Premier 500C because its close to the efficiency of the Caladans (~ 90db) and has good reviews for dispersion and sound quality. Hopefully that will work out for a while but I know the Magnepans want more power than the MRX540 can safely deliver at 4 ohms, plus the Caladans and the Paradigm 500C center channel may clash.
Wondering if anyone has used Paradigm speakers for front and rear surround channels, what the model was and their pros/cons with it? I was considering the B&W 600 series but their efficiency is 86/87 db, wanted more efficient speakers because the MRX 540 is limited to 100 watts.
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