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I am in need of surround speakers.

My sytem: Jm Lab Diva Utopia be, Center 1000be speaker.
There is a SR 1000be speakers in the family of the Jm Lab.

My goal: 2 channel and multiple music and Home Theater.

I have the opportunity to buy the Micro Utopia be from a friend of mine. The Micro Utopia be is a monopole speaker.

What is the difference in regard to sound among the monopole,dipole/bipole speakers.

Which is better or advisable to have as surround.

If I understand correctly if I have as a SR a monopole speaker I will prevent myself of having the "magic" sound of the sound effects behind me.
Would you advise me to buy the Micro Utopia be?

My room is 21'x12.It is my living room.

My listen position is 7' in front of the speakers.
Space behind me 10'.

Thanks
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shadorne
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Dipole surrounds work well in theatres with a wide seating area. In fact they also use arrays to maintain a balanced sound (difficult to keep balance in a huge hall).

At home for a few people on a couch I don't think it matters as much - dipole or monopole whatever is your fancy. It is best to get the same speakers all around. It is second best to use speakers from the same manufacurer that are recommended for use together (similar design). The more closely matched the speakers then the more seamless or convincing will be the surround.
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