Minimum Sound Bar Height

With the MantelMount, the TV pulls down from storage against the wall and over the mantel, to down to eye level while sitting on the couch. At least that’s the way I understand it. And thanks for the pointer to Klipsch R-30C. Seems like a good option. Bob

ghdprentice, thank you for pointing out that I meant to say center channel speaker when I wrote sound bar in my initial post. And speaker height refers to  the speaker's vertical dimension rather than its elevation.

Elliot, Mounting the center channel lower puts it in front of the wood burning fireplace. Wife vetoes this approach on aesthetic grounds. (We have great memories of burning logs last Xmas when we purchased the house.)

Erik, The TV mount is a MantelMount 540. It pulls down 27", which puts the center of the TV right at eye level while sitting on the couch, assuming a 5" high center channel speaker hanging below the TV.

The TV is an OLED65C2PUA. If I had considered possibly not using a receiver before I bought the LG, I probably would have purchased the Sony Bravia instead, and just added a sub.

Elliot, I’d love to see the photo of your setup but got a 500 error, which I’ve reported to Audiogon. Maybe they will advise me how to access it.

Thanks for suggesting I buy from an ebay seller that accepts returns, which will enable me to audition a center channel speaker. I’m going to some stores today to check out what used speakers are available locally.

I searched for info and opinions on the Klipsch R30C you mentioned a few days ago. It’s attractive, efficient, and only 5" tall but I’ve read that some find it overly bright. I’m curious what you think about this reaction. Also, I found a used pair of Monitor Audio Radius 225 Speakers. If you’re familiar with this speaker, would one work as well as the Bose or Klipsch for my center channel?

I solved the problem of what center channel to buy by getting an R41MB and four R34CBs. Plus I bought a Yamaha RXV385B which I understand will do room correction. I’m familiar with Anthem ARC and was told my new receiver has a similar system. I’d love to hear suggestions on where to cross the sub with the mains, center, and surround?  What about LFE?

Elliott, Of course, you are right about my mixing up the models. Thanks for suggesting a methodology to integrate my new 5.1 system.

While the R41Ms made decent surrounds, I wasn’t satisfied with them as mains so I traded up to the R620F and am much happier now, especially with the treble turned down just a tad. My new system cost $1939 including fronts, center, surrounds w stands, and an inexpensive 5.1 amp that passes 4k video and has rudimentary room correction. This is exactly what I’d hoped to achieve - compromises everywhere but affordable now. Thanks for all your help. Now on to mounting the TV. Bob