Bowers and Wilkins Htm72

Update... I went and auditioned three Bowers and Wilkins center channels. The Htm6, the Htm 72 S2 and the Htm 71 S2. The 6 was very impressive for its small size, I was impressed. The 72 had a wider sound depth and probably would have been good for me. I pulled the trigger on the 71...to me it sounded that much better than the 72 and I plan on replacing other speakers in the future. I also listened to the 702 S2 towers and they were awesome. Probably will be my next purchase down the road!

My first instinct was to say wait until you can spring for the HTM71 because it's a true 3-way with the tweeter located directly above a dedicated midrange driver, which in my experience helps not only with midrange clarity and dynamics but also with even sound dispersion from left to right in a room.  I think the HTM72 is probably a relatively small overall improvement over your current center given its similar design configuration and size limitations.  Problem is, the HTM71 costs $1400 or so, which may be over what you're willing to spend. 

BUT, since you're already mixing speaker types, if I were you I'd absolutely audition an Aperion Audio Verus ll Grand Center speaker, which may be the perfect compromise for you between cost and performance.  Aperion is a direct seller, which means they can offer higher quality drivers and components at a much lower price than retail brands, and they offer a true, no-risk and no cost (including shipping both ways) guarantee that lets you demo the speaker at home for I think 60 days.  Read the reviews of Aperion's center speakers and I think you'll agree they're worth a listen.  I think this will give you a BIG upgrade over your current center without having to spend 1400 bucks, and the free in-home demo is just a no brainer.  I think you'll be absolutely thrilled with the performance of the Verus center.  I'm a hardcore audiophile and pretty serious about HT as well, and I recommended this speaker to a friend of mine and it just sounds phenomenal.  Give it a try -- I seriously doubt you'll return it, and you'll save a bundle for the performance you're getting.  Best of luck in whatever you choose. 

https://www.aperionaudio.com/collections/open-box-closeout-speakers/products/open-box-verus-ii-grand...

No... actually I'm using a pair of PSB GB1'S. Outstanding sound quality but I don't feel my current B&W can keep up. Thanks

The center speaker should timbre match the L&R. Does your L&R come from the same series of B&W as the HTM61? If so, then no need to consider a change.

For the money, stick with what you have, but if you are wanting to spend a little cash, consider room acoustics as a better investment.

Talk to GIK Acoustics, and spend the same you were going to otherwise.

Best,
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