how do you select a center channel to match when the company only makes monitor speakers?


I have a pair of harbeth supper plus speakers and  I want to build a 7.1 system around them how do I choice a center channel s-speaker to try to match them when the company doesnt make one?
bigblockchevy1
I have had dealers recommend using a single speaker from same speaker line. I think that makes the most sense as well. Obviously it won't be a traditional center channel speaker, but the voice matching would be, and that is what you're after. I eventually will be in the market to replace my speakers and have decided that I may be doing that as well.  I have a dual (2 channel/HT ) system, and I want to buy speakers for sound quality in 2 Channel, as it appears you are doing.
I would try to see if you can buy a single Harbeth.  Maybe a smaller model within the same line...... It's unlikely another brand will be voiced similarly. ....
I would try to see if you can buy a single Harbeth.  Maybe a smaller model within the same line...... It's unlikely another brand will be voiced similarly. ....

Agreed

I wouldn't bother, just get the best sounding centre you can afford, as it is the dominate speaker in a surround sound setup, doesn't matter if it's a different make. And use your AV amp's many manual setup procedures to dial it and the others in.      


Cheers George

If your HT room will have an AT screen, then a third Harbeth of the same model will be your best choice.  Otherwise, go with the best sounding speaker that will fit your space and be as timbre matched as possible.

Bill