Klipsch Synergy F-1, 2, 3?

[Mtn. Steel]

The only Klipsch that I have been able to audition is the Quintet SL and III.
I really liked the sound but neither will fill my room or meet my needs for rock and roll....loudly. I have been looking at the Synergy F series and hope to audition someday. Question is the price diff between the one, two and three is nominal. If anyone has heard all three, I would love to know how much better the two is from the one and the three from the two?? Details:
Receiver- Pioneer Elite 01,
Velodyne 3750 sub, JVC 47" HDTV, room= 15w x 25 l x 7h. Mostly movies, but I likes my music from time to time. I like all types and I like it fairly loud, clean and crisp.
Would love to hear some opinions or feedback on the series.

 

[adwilk]

If you're thinking about the F3 as a possibility, you'd be crazy not to get the RF 62 or 82. The synergy line wont come close to the reference line.

 

[AVRat]

As adwilk mentions, depending on your budget, you should be considering the RF-52/62/82.

 

[Mtn. Steel]

Unfortunately even the F3 will be pushing my budget. I know that the typical advice is "get two towers and save for the rest". Good advice, but my "toy list" includes a new $2000.00 bicycle, and new $6000.00 motorcycle. The roof on my house needs work as does the heater and the fence. I am not "sick" about my HT but I want something better than the tiny plastic Panasonic HTIB speakers that I have. They actually do not sound horrible for movies, music sucks on them, but I could spend a few bucks for decent sound. I know that 5.1 is an absolute must. I have found that I like the "Klipsch sound" and definitely want towers in front. If I can find an audition, I really think that I might go w/ the F2 bundle. There are a few places I have found that will throw in a free Klipsch 12" sub w/ the 5.0 package. I love my Velodyne, but two subs would not suck in the least! I was actually toying w/ the Fluance 5.0 and then upgrading two years from now, but that seems a waste. Klipsch Reference is quite unfortunately out of the question and truth be told, I am 100% sure that any upgrade over what I have now will be a world of difference. I was just wondering if the $200.00 savings on the F1 or $200.00 more for the F3 would make a big difference.

 

[adwilk]

If you're looking at the F2's as a serious possibility, buy the RF52's, the RS10's and an RC52. Keep your sub and maybe throw one in later... Preferably not Klipsch.

The F2 system is just shy of 2 grand MSRP and the system I recommended is around $1300. No brainer...

Every component in the Ref line is far superior to that of the synergy line. Even the RF10's RC10 and RS10 will destroy the F3 system.

If you must buy a synergy system, buy the cheapest one... But I cant think of ONE reason why you should. Unless your situation for the purchase doesnt include the Ref stuff. (like a Best Buy or something)

 

[Mtn. Steel]

If you're looking at the F2's as a serious possibility, buy the RF52's, the RS10's and an RC52. Keep your sub and maybe throw one in later... Preferably not Klipsch.

The F2 system is just shy of 2 grand MSRP and the system I recommended is around $1300. No brainer...

Every component in the Ref line is far superior to that of the synergy line. Even the RF10's RC10 and RS10 will destroy the F3 system.

If you must buy a synergy system, buy the cheapest one... But I cant think of ONE reason why you should. Unless your situation for the purchase doesnt include the Ref stuff. (like a Best Buy or something)

Point taken! I will look into the Reference 10 line

 

[adwilk]

I know you'll be glad you did.... Let us know what happens... Good Luck...

 

[Mtn. Steel]

I just went to my local AV store (the only one within 50 miles) and they happen to be a Klipsch dealer. He has a pair of RF52`s that I could get for a tad over $500.00 for the pair NIB. If he ordered the RF 10`, they would be $499.00. No brainer right? So, I am thinking of the RF52`s and an RC10 for the center. and when finances allow, some di/bipoles for rears. That soundstage would be a shade less than $700.00. I cannot find a better deal on the net. If anyone sees a better price for the RF52, please point me in the right direction.

 

[oppman99]

I have to disagree with some of the comments on the Klipsch in general. I have owned a number of Klipsch speakers including the F-3's, and the Reference RB 61's and the RW-12D sub. I also have had ample opportunities to hear the RF-82's. I won't argue that the Reference are slightly better than the Synergy, but not by a large amount. I found both the Synergy and Reference lines to be fatiguing during long listening sessions, which is why I no longer own them. I think since Klipsch started trying to gain mass consumer appeal, the quality of their product has gone down hill. I will say the F-3's were excellent home theater speakers, but not what I wanted for music. Sounds like your choices are somewhat limited, but I would recommend listening to as many different brands as you can before making a decision.

 

[fast1]

I just went to my local AV store (the only one within 50 miles) and they happen to be a Klipsch dealer. He has a pair of RF52`s that I could get for a tad over $500.00 for the pair NIB. If he ordered the RF 10`, they would be $499.00. No brainer right? So, I am thinking of the RF52`s and an RC10 for the center. and when finances allow, some di/bipoles for rears. That soundstage would be a shade less than $700.00. I cannot find a better deal on the net. If anyone sees a better price for the RF52, please point me in the right direction.

thats a really hard deal to beat. or maybe i don't know enough places online to find a better deal

 

[FNG212]

I have the SF-1 towers and like them well enough. I use them 100% for movies though. I'm in the process of researching 3-way builds to replace them and my center though.