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Post by gus4emo on Feb 12, 2018 13:58:51 GMT -5
I'm thinking of getting a pair of these, any experience, anybody?
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Post by gus4emo on Feb 12, 2018 18:42:28 GMT -5
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Post by gus4emo on Feb 13, 2018 8:44:19 GMT -5
Hellooooooooo......
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Post by emotivate on Feb 13, 2018 10:39:43 GMT -5
All the reviews I've read were very positive for these. I had a pair of the older SM450's as rear back speakers and they did a great job, and were matched to the other drivers in my BP 7000/7001 surround set up.If using these for mains in a 2 channel set up, consider Emotiva's T1's for a couple of hundred more as well.
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Post by gus4emo on Feb 13, 2018 10:46:28 GMT -5
All the reviews I've read were very positive for these. I had a pair of the older SM450's as rear back speakers and they did a great job, and were matched to the other drivers in my BP 7000/7001 surround set up.If using these for mains in a 2 channel set up, consider Emotiva's T1's for a couple of hundred more as well. They would be for mains with an Outlaw sub, I have seen most reviews are great, just trying to get feeds from this forum, thanks. |
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Post by mountain on Feb 13, 2018 10:58:06 GMT -5
Although my def techs are older, they have served me very well. I am still not in the market for new speakers. I have recommended DefTech to a couple of friends, though not that model. They have been happy as well. Reviews appear positive. Good luck with your choice.
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Post by simpleman68 on Feb 13, 2018 11:27:54 GMT -5
Hey Gus, only experience I have with DefTech is their center channel I'm using in the upstairs 5.1 room.
It's a very well built center that has seen many hours of dependable use but I can't comment on any of their other speakers as I have not heard them other than sound rooms
in Magnolia etc.
From memory they sounded very good for their price point but I'm sorry I can't give you more than that.
I do have a full 5.1 set of Paradigm Monitor 9s I've been meaning to sell. I'd be glad to sell pieces separately.
They have seen less than 10 hours since I bought them new ~4 years ago and are mint with all original boxes, manuals etc.
Scott
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Post by Bonzo on Feb 13, 2018 13:26:41 GMT -5
I believe Boomzilla had the SM65s and liked them quite well. |
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Post by goodfellas27 on Feb 13, 2018 13:51:26 GMT -5
I'm thinking of getting a pair of these, any experience, anybody? I heard them before and the sound phenomenal for the price. |
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Post by Boomzilla on Feb 13, 2018 14:26:44 GMT -5
The SM65s DO sound pretty great - BUT - they don't fresh out of the box. It takes a LONG time for them to break in. As they do, the treble (somewhat bright, when new) calms down and the midrange (not very open, when new) blooms. The reviews I've read were more positive about the SM55s than the SM65s, so maybe that's the route to go.
Their passive radiator DOES put out a surprising amount of bass, too!
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Post by gus4emo on Feb 13, 2018 15:04:46 GMT -5
Hey Gus, only experience I have with DefTech is their center channel I'm using in the upstairs 5.1 room. It's a very well built center that has seen many hours of dependable use but I can't comment on any of their other speakers as I have not heard them other than sound rooms in Magnolia etc. From memory they sounded very good for their price point but I'm sorry I can't give you more than that. I do have a full 5.1 set of Paradigm Monitor 9s I've been meaning to sell. I'd be glad to sell pieces separately. They have seen less than 10 hours since I bought them new ~4 years ago and are mint with all original boxes, manuals etc. Scott Thanks, not looking for towers, I appreciate your input. |
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Post by gus4emo on Feb 13, 2018 15:08:08 GMT -5
The SM65s DO sound pretty great - BUT - they don't fresh out of the box. It takes a LONG time for them to break in. As they do, the treble (somewhat bright, when new) calms down and the midrange (not very open, when new) blooms. The reviews I've read were more positive about the SM55s than the SM65s, so maybe that's the route to go. Their passive radiator DOES put out a surprising amount of bass, too! Thanks, you just got me on 99% probability of getting them. |
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Post by gus4emo on Feb 13, 2018 18:44:31 GMT -5
The SM65s DO sound pretty great - BUT - they don't fresh out of the box. It takes a LONG time for them to break in. As they do, the treble (somewhat bright, when new) calms down and the midrange (not very open, when new) blooms. The reviews I've read were more positive about the SM55s than the SM65s, so maybe that's the route to go. Their passive radiator DOES put out a surprising amount of bass, too! I would have the SM55 play all day and night for a couple of days at low volume, will it take longer? I will not be in a rush.... |
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Post by flatpicker on Feb 13, 2018 21:16:16 GMT -5
Anyone? ?? Kind of irrelevant I guess, but I have wound up with 4 pairs of the Def Tech AW 6500 outdoor speakers... and they have been a big success, so I have a positive outlook but no experience beyond this model... |
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Post by gus4emo on Feb 13, 2018 21:39:27 GMT -5
Anyone? ?? Kind of irrelevant I guess, but I have wound up with 4 pairs of the Def Tech AW 6500 outdoor speakers... and they have been a big success, so I have a positive outlook but no experience beyond this model... Thanks for the feedback. |
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Post by Boomzilla on Feb 13, 2018 22:41:21 GMT -5
I would have the SM55 play all day and night for a couple of days at low volume, will it take longer? I will not be in a rush.... Put the two speakers face-to-face & wire them out of phase (i.e. the positive speaker wire goes to the red terminal on one speaker, and to the black terminal on the other). Then play them LOUDLY for two days straight (since the two are out of phase, they'll mostly cancel out & you should hear little). Then try a serious audition. |
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Post by klinemj on Feb 14, 2018 7:07:21 GMT -5
I have Def Tech outdoor speakers also, and in addition to sounding great - Def Tech as a company has been GREAT on customer service. Given the rigors of outdoor service, I have had a couple failures - but they handled each so well.
Mark
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Post by Bonzo on Feb 14, 2018 12:52:24 GMT -5
I have Def Tech outdoor speakers also, and in addition to sounding great - Def Tech as a company has been GREAT on customer service. Given the rigors of outdoor service, I have had a couple failures - but they handled each so well. Mark +1. As for failures, the amp in one of my speakers went out about 7-1/2 years after purchasing. The speaker electronics warranty was 5 years. Guess what? Def Tech not only replaced the physical amp unit for free, they also paid for my local distributor's labor! Net cost to me, FREE. 2-1/2 years after the warranty ran out! I have bought a few accessory type things from them direct and they offered nothing but help, and in one case, a large discount "just because". As for other help, their tech guys have gone totally our of their way to help me via phone calls and e-mail conversations. The last time they even sent me ceiling speaker location information (I didn't ask for) after a tech and I got done discussing Atmos speakers. So far from my direct experience I have nothing but great things to say about Def Tech. Emotiva is not the only company in this business offering great customer service and great bang for the buck products. |
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Post by klinemj on Feb 14, 2018 13:07:37 GMT -5
I have Def Tech outdoor speakers also, and in addition to sounding great - Def Tech as a company has been GREAT on customer service. Given the rigors of outdoor service, I have had a couple failures - but they handled each so well. Mark +1. As for failures, the amp in one of my speakers went out about 7-1/2 years after purchasing. The speaker electronics warranty was 5 years. Guess what? Def Tech not only replaced the physical amp unit for free, they also paid for my local distributor's labor! Net cost to me, FREE. 2-1/2 years after the warranty ran out! I have bought a few accessory type things from them direct and they offered nothing but help, and in one case, a large discount "just because". As for other help, their tech guys have gone totally our of their way to help me via phone calls and e-mail conversations. The last time they even sent me ceiling speaker location information (I didn't ask for) after a tech and I got done discussing Atmos speakers. So far from my direct experience I have nothing but great things to say about Def Tech. Emotiva is not the only company in this business offering great customer service and great bang for the buck products. This is very consistent with my experience...they replaced out of warranty gear for free. Mark |
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Post by gus4emo on Feb 14, 2018 13:56:11 GMT -5
I would have the SM55 play all day and night for a couple of days at low volume, will it take longer? I will not be in a rush.... Put the two speakers face-to-face & wire them out of phase (i.e. the positive speaker wire goes to the red terminal on one speaker, and to the black terminal on the other). Then play them LOUDLY for two days straight (since the two are out of phase, they'll mostly cancel out & you should hear little). Then try a serious audition. Thanks for the input. |
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