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Hey all you bastards :p , I got Z-680's, the first decent sound system I've had, I used to have to use the old family computer with 2 22 watt harman/kardon speakers on a sound blaster live value sound card, so feel my pain. These speakers sound worlds better then those did, so don't bash my speakers! Not nice! :) Happy bday btw, I turned 19 (legal drinking age in Canada) 4 days ago!
No no! I'm not bashing the 680's they are a powerful system no doubt. However even when you put them beside the klipsch 5.1s let alone the ultras they are left behind in depth and quality. volume is louder on the 680's at a tuned frequency of about 40 hz, but the klipsch has a more rounded and louder volume for the entire spectrum.
and, the bass isn't overwhelming and bleedy. oh, and it hits the highs, unlike the z680s.
Well I have the Z-680s and they seem to be very good speakers, I don't know what you mean about the depth and that, I'm sure there's a difference with the Ultras, however is it really THAT noticeable? Is it worth the $400?
Remember it's $400 US, not Canadian.:eek: ;)
If you're totally happy with the Z680's enjoy them. Don't listen to us. Plus the Z680's have external decoders and a wireless remote, unlike the Ultras. I personally own the Z560's but I wouldn't mind having the Ultra's if I had the money.
Just imagine if the Z680's had tweeters and ANOTHER 8inch driver in the sub, with less distortion or boominess, solid output at 25HZ...then that's what Ultras would sound like.:D
I know about the price of the subs and that. You hit 3000 posts btw :D Well, you audio nazis enjoy them, I might pick them up for my next set if I buy another oneQuote:
Originally posted by soupnazi
Remember it's $400 US, not Canadian.:eek: ;)
If you're totally happy with the Z680's enjoy them. Don't listen to us. Plus the Z680's have external decoders and a wireless remote, unlike the Ultras. I personally own the Z560's but I wouldn't mind having the Ultra's if I had the money.
Just imagine if the Z680's had tweeters and ANOTHER 8inch driver in the sub, with less distortion or boominess, solid output at 25HZ...then that's what Ultras would sound like.:D
Thanks!:DQuote:
Originally posted by Alientank
You hit 3000 posts btw :D Well, you audio nazis enjoy them, I might pick them up for my next set if I buy another one
If you do decide to buy some in the future, I suggest crossing the border and buying them in the States. MUCH cheaper. The only place that sells Klipsch speakers near me is London Drugs. They sell the REGULAR Promedia 5.1's for $699 Canadian. There's no way that the conversion rate from $400 US is that bad.:eek:
Belated Happy Birthday man! I feel so old, turning 23 this December.:)
$400 USD is $529 Canadian! Holy cow ripoff! LOL, anyways, ya, I will be going to the states, a 3 hour drive to michigan! Border people don't get pissed off when you got a big speaker system in the back in a box still?Quote:
Originally posted by soupnazi
Thanks!:D
If you do decide to buy some in the future, I suggest crossing the border and buying them in the States. MUCH cheaper. The only place that sells Klipsch speakers near me is London Drugs. They sell the REGULAR Promedia 5.1's for $699 Canadian. There's no way that the conversion rate from $400 US is that bad.:eek:
Belated Happy Birthday man! I feel so old, turning 23 this December.:)
I really loved Canada's low drinking age :D I had a trip to Canada back when I was in Highschool... The boarder patrol wouldnt let us enter the US again with the cases of beer we had in the back... So we sat at the boarder drinking it all...
ROFL
Those were the good days :)
That's the problem. You can only declare so much. The longer you stay in the states, the more you can declare...otherwise they'll charge you for tax/duty. (which is COMPLETE BS...imho)Quote:
Originally posted by Alientank
Border people don't get pissed off when you got a big speaker system in the back in a box still?
Or...you can goto the states, buy the speakers, come right back and HOPE they don't search your car or see the speakers.;)
Good 'ol Canadian beer, right Colossus?:D
Yup!
I have to admit I really do like the Canadian beer!
hey guys! i'm back! got the new license, went out with the guys and gals, had a few drinks, didn't party too much, and i'm back alive! :) oh, i got the stands too. it's pretty sweet, 30 bucks stands rock!!! back at school, enjoying ultras in 5.1!!! oh man, my suitemante was like, "holy cow..."
hehe!
thanks to all who wished me a happy bday!
oh, and an extra shout goes out to zack (xp18004life) for hooking me up with a rip of the busted stuff cd since i scratched mine. you rock dude!!!
Glad to hear you had a good night! If you ask me, 21st b-day's are meant to be remembered, if ya know what I mean:)
I think I might get the stands soon, and see if I can duct tape my 5200's to them, lol. Post up some pics when you get a chance!
Don't mention it, just helping out a fellow audiophile:)Quote:
oh, and an extra shout goes out to zack (xp18004life) for hooking me up with a rip of the busted stuff cd since i scratched mine. you rock dude!!!
haha, it was memorable. nothing trashy, etc. it was just a good time! oh, here's a pic of the setup now. i think it looks kinda tacky with the loft...oh, well. at least it sounds fantastic :) oh, and the center channel's on the shelf, (behind the left rear if you can tell, and the left front is to the left of my monitor. i'll have a more detailed pic if you want, i'm too tired to take more right now. its been a long day! ) :)
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/...6/fad211bb.jpg
Is that American Pie on the desk?