Klipsch RF-35 or PSB T65

glockshooter1 · #1 11-05-2009, 01:56 AM

Hello all, wondering if I could solicit some advice.

I have been looking at purchasing a pair of PSB T65's, but there is no one in my town who carries them locally. Today, I found a pair of Klipsch RF-35's for sale used.

I was wondering if anyone had any opinions about the Klipsch vs. the PSB. I will be listening to these mainly for music, but they will also be the only two speakers (so far) for watching movies.

The price difference is significant. Roughly another $450 to get the shipped PSB's over the local used Klipsch's.

Thanks in advance,

Nick

krzywica · #2 11-05-2009, 02:04 AM

These speakers are completely opposite of each other as they will sound completely different.

I would go with the PSB's hands down especially if they are for music.

I had a pair of B15's (same line as the T65's) and they were amazing for music especially and flawless for movies.

glockshooter1 · #3 11-05-2009, 11:50 AM

Great, much appreciated. The feedback I've heard so far is that the PSB's seem great. Also, I'm hoping that by going T65, they'll give me all the volume I need.

krzywica · #4 11-05-2009, 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by glockshooter1

Great, much appreciated. The feedback I've heard so far is that the PSB's seem great. Also, I'm hoping that by going T65, they'll give me all the volume I need.

Just make sure you amplification is up to snuff. If I were running those I wouldn't drive them with anything less than a good 200WPC amp. Check Emotiva if you are in need of amplification.

oppman99 · #5 11-05-2009, 07:23 PM

I agree with krzywica. In the long run, I think you will be happier with the PSB's. Have you had a chance to listen to either of them? I've owned speakers from the same Klipsch line and they were very good for movies, but I didn't care to listen to music through them. It's all about personal preference and what you are willing to spend though.

glockshooter1 · #6 11-05-2009, 07:50 PM

I think I might have picked the wrong amp, then.

My plan has been:
Acquire two PSB T65's and a Pioneer VSX-1019AH-K

Then, once I free up some more funds, get a sub and the rest of the surround setup.

Based on what I heard above, this Pioneer might not be up to snuff for these speakers. It says it's rated at:
Surround Power 120 x 7

Thoughts?

oppman99 · #7 11-05-2009, 08:51 PM

At the very least, you would need to set the speaker impedence in the reciever to 6 ohms. If you are looking for loud volumes, then you will most likely want an external amp eventually. The earlier suggestion of Emotiva was a good one if you decide to go that route. Otherwise, those Klipsch are very efficient and will play very loud just being powered from the Pioneer. Give us the ballpark budget you have to work with and I'm sure someone will offer an option you may not have considered yet.

krzywica · #8 11-05-2009, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by glockshooter1

I think I might have picked the wrong amp, then.

My plan has been:
Acquire two PSB T65's and a Pioneer VSX-1019AH-K

Then, once I free up some more funds, get a sub and the rest of the surround setup.

Based on what I heard above, this Pioneer might not be up to snuff for these speakers. It says it's rated at:
Surround Power 120 x 7

Thoughts?

IMO it would be a crine shame to power those speakers with that reciever.....it would be like buying a 69 chevelle and then loading it with a 3 cylinder Metro engine.

You would be missing out on all the dynamics and detail that the PSB's offer.

If you MUST use that amp you would be better off with the T45's or T55's.

If you haven't purchased the amp yet there are all kinds of options.

Is HDMI essential to your receiver?

glockshooter1 · #9 11-05-2009, 09:22 PM

Nothing has been purchased yet, so it's all up for picks.

I had picked the T65's because I was worried about anything smaller not being loud enough for music. Ideally, I'd like to be able to crank up some tunes and at least hear it as i'm in adjacent rooms. If anyone who has T55's thinks they'd fit the bill (given my super vague description), I'm down for that too.

HDMI, (3-4 inputs, actually) are a requirement. I also don't want to box myself out of the good surround sound features, as this will probably be the basis for a surround sound system as i build it out.

I'm up for suggestions! I'd like to keep it around $1,200 bucks or so tops for a Received and 2 speaks.

oppman99 · #10 11-05-2009, 09:42 PM

Just throwing ideas around here....I really like the idea of the PSB's with an external amp, but that would be a fair amount over your budget. You could go with this setup and add the amp when funds become available. You might want to check out the Infinity Primus P-362's. Those along with the Pioneer would fit your budget and the Pioneer would drive them just fine. It would also be less expensive to add a center and surrounds later. I'd still go with a sub before the center/rears though. If money wasn't a factor, I'd pick the PSB's first, then Infinity, and Klipsch last. Choosing the T55's wouldn't change your situation other than cost. They are also 6 ohm. Some ideas for you to kick around anyway.