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Matching surround speakers

Hello all. I have a really nice and high end front LR and center channel. For surround speakers, since it will be only effect and not going to use much, I want something economical but closely match the spec of the front 3 channels (Wilson Audio Alexia and Mezzo). Is there a way to match speaker by simply looking at their specification? I try to keep the 2 pairs of surround speaker under $5,000 OTD. Ideally tower. Any suggestion?
gr8av4life
erik_squires
16,004 posts
 
Not for music... but...

I'm assuming you will use room tuning and auto-calibration? If so that will cure 90% of your matching problems.

The only issue I know of is your processor and it's crossover configurations. I just use an Oppo 103, so I am only allowed 1 crossover setting. Modern processors usually let you set your surround and center channel separately. 

Best,


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gr8av4life OP
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I have the latest McIntosh MX160 AV Processor with Room Correction. My source will be the Oppo UDP-205
erik_squires
16,004 posts
 
You should have no problem then. :)

Get speakers you like, with good dynamic range.

I will say that bigger speakers will add to the dynamic range and realism.

Best,

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