Which is the better bang for the buck?

[Sooruj]

Just for reference, I live in Canada, so please keep in mind shipping/import costs when making suggestions. I have a Pioneer 1326k as my receiver and am currently running it with two Monitor 70's. I am wanting to move those to my backs, and get new fronts along with a matching centre speaker and purchase a sub. I am looking at the FV12 for a sub. The fronts I am looking at EMP e55ti for $400 a pair with the e56Ci for $450, or the KEF Q900 for $1350 a pair plus the Q600c for $490. Basically, I am looking for your personal experience with these speakers, and your opinion on whether or not the extra $1000 is worth it.

Also, feel free to add any other suggestions and any tips on setting up/cohesiveness of the speakers.

Lastly, what is your opinion on 5.1 vs 7.1. I'm not sure whether its worth my while to go for it. I am using this system for gaming and HT mostly, with a bit of music.

Thanks

 

[Sooruj]

Would my receiver be enough to power these speakers? I know that the sub isn't powered by the receiver. Would additional amping improve quality?

 

[nioveratus]

I have the EMP E55ti towers and they are awesome...they sound good and look beautiful...my receiver is older than yours and have no problem powering these speakers...

 

[Sooruj]

Sounds promising! Has anyone had an experience with the KEF speakers?

 

[AcuDefTechGuy]

You can buy GranteedEV's EMP speakers for a good price, and then he can buy the Philharmonic speakers that he really really wants.

Are the Q900 worth the $1,000 extra? A million different response here.

To me, yes. To others, no.

 

[Nuance AH]

Another vote for the Kef's here, but only you can determine if they're worth the extra coin.

 

[zieglj01]

I see that you are still having a hard time making a decision - you seem to
be going around in a circle. Buying, selling and looking at > Boston, Infinity,
Polk, Energy, Dali, EMP and KEF. If you are game, break the circle and try KEF.

 

[Sooruj]

I see that you are still having a hard time making a decision - you seem to
be going around in a circle. Buying, selling and looking at > Boston, Infinity,
Polk, Energy, Dali, EMP and KEF. If you are game, break the circle and try KEF.

I'm going to have to bite the bullet and take your advice. I have store credit at a local a/v store, so I'll avoid shipping/importing hassles too! I might try and sell my Monitor 70's and throw my Rti12's for the rears (which I picked up for $175 for a new pair).

Just to confirm, the FV12 is one of the best choices for subs at this price point right?

 

[zieglj01]

Just to confirm, the FV12 is one of the best choices for subs at this price point right?

Yes - it is a winner.

 

[AcuDefTechGuy]

Just to confirm, the FV12 is one of the best choices for subs at this price point right?

Only direct servo sub on the market for $500. FV12 has about same output above 20Hz as the Rythmik F15 (not the FV15HP).

Highly recommended.

I didn't care much for my living room, so back then I spent $270 on the BIC PL-200. But that was before I knew about the FV12. If could go back in time, I would have no doubt gotten the FV12.

Maybe some of my wife's relatives might buy my PL-200. Then I would get the FV12 for sure.