hi knowledge bank,
Would appreciate your feedback - should i upgrade centre channel or add another sub woofer - my current set up is as follows:
Receiver:
Sony ANR 1000
Speakers set up: 5.1.2
L&R: Paradigm monitor 6000f
Centre: Paradigm 2000C
Surrounds: Paradigm ceiling angled
Atmos: Paradigm
Subwoofer: SVS PB-1000 Pro
Use: 80/20 Home theatre / Music
getting a real good deal on Paradigm 70LCR and was considering upgrading the centre. Should I bite the bullet or use the budget to go dual subs (SVS PB 1000 Pro).
Couple things to consider. How do you find dialogue currently? Is it easy to understand or does it lack clarity? Does the sound quality degrade off axis (when not in front of the centre speaker)? Those would be reasons to upgrade. I had a Paradigm Studio CC which is also a two way centre and when I upgraded to the Studio CC-590 there was a big improvement moving to a 3-way.
How even is the bass response throughout the room? Are there dead spots where bass is lacking or spots where the bass is boomy? Adding a second sub can help smooth the response throughout the room, but you need the ability to try them in different locations. Also depends on how big the room is. If it's a mid-size to larger space, then many members advocate dual subs.
The Monitors are a good entry level speaker but if you find the fronts lacking in any way, an upgrade to the Premiers would be an improvement. Maybe get the extra sub for now and as TankTop5 suggested save up for replacing the front 3 down the road.
