paradigm studio 20 as center channel speaker

Actually, it is probably superior in its dispersion as a center channel speaker (and in its matching to the L/R) than so-called dedicated centers. I used one, for a while, as a center with a pair of Studio60s until I obtained a 3rd 60.

Kal

"I recall reading that the majority of center channel speakers have dispersion issues and using a virtual center would likely be better for on axis listeners." Other way 'round. The beaming and venetian-blind variation is a problem for off-axis listeners.

Kal

No problems. As long as it does not interfere with the screen viewing.

Thanks for the response. I tried it and found that I have to increase the db level of the center speaker (paradigm 20) to the highest all the time. Anything I am missing or incorrectly configured?
My gears: L/R: 40; Center: 20; surrounds: 20
NAD T753 Denon 2910

Please advice.
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Could be the settings for the others. Could be position. Could be acoustics of the room. Did you use pink-noise and a sound level meter?

Kal

Kal,
Yes I did use pink-noise and sound level meter first to set each speaker to the same level. When I watch movie, the dialogue seemed very weak and I have to bump up the center speaker db level.
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Where is the center speaker?

Kal

Kal,
It is in front of my TV on a Atlantis stand.
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In front? Above, below or blocking the screen? I am trying to find out exactly how it is positioned and that includes room arrangement, furnishings, listening position, etc.

Kal

Kal,
It is in middle of the front of the TV. barely blocking the screen. I am thinking if I need a bigger center speaker. My cutoff frequency is 60HZ, lower frequency goes to subwoofer. I set all the speakers to small.
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