I would say that 10.2 are overkill for rear speakers. The Diamond 10.1 should be more than enough.
However, the Diamond 10.2 are a larger more versatile speaker, and if you ever break the system up, the 10.2 could be move to top notch stereo duties on another system. For that matter, front duties on another system. However, the Diamond 10.1 also make a pretty good stereo speaker.
I don't think you need more than the 10.0, but many people say they hear a real gain in moving from the 10.0 to the 10.1 in the rear. But, I'm not sure if you would get the same gain in moving from the 10.1, which is a pretty full range speaker, up to the 10.2.
Still, I'm sure the 10.2 would do a fanatastic job. The only concern I would have would be with the size. These are going to be pretty big speakers for bookshelf, make sure you really do have room for them. If you are confident that you do have the room, then the only dictating factor is your wallet, if it can stand the hit, then I can't see much down side.
Steve/bluewizard
Diamond 10.4 with 10.cm center a good match?
can the 10.cm be wall mounted?
Hi guys,
My first post on here. Just wanting a bit of info/advice and this thread seems relevant.
In the next month or so i'll be moving in with my girlfriend, and i'm looking to add some quality front speakers to my current system when I do so. (Specifically i'm looking at wharfedale 10.4's)
My current system is:
Amp: Sony STR-DG820
Fronts: Wharfedale Diamond 9.1's
Rears: Some extremely poor quality non branded surrounds
Center: Wharfedale Diamond 9cc
So when I move in with the missus, i'll obviously be putting the new 10.4's i buy to the front, and the 9.1's to the rear on 50cm stands.
Basically my questions/concerns are:
- Is this a system that would work well together?
- Her living room is pretty small. Would this set-up be too powerful for a small room? And what are the disadvantages of having a powerful system in a small room?
- Are 50cm stands aqequate for rear speakers?
Some feedback from BlueWizzard would be much appreciated, but if anybody else has any useful comments then obviously i would be greatful.
Cheers,
Andy
In the next month or so i'll be moving in with my girlfriend, and i'm looking to add some quality front speakers to my current system when I do so. (Specifically i'm looking at wharfedale 10.4's)
My current system is:
Amp: Sony STR-DG820
Fronts: Wharfedale Diamond 9.1's
Rears: Some extremely poor quality non branded surrounds
Center: Wharfedale Diamond 9cc
So when I move in with the missus, i'll obviously be putting the new 10.4's i buy to the front, and the 9.1's to the rear on 50cm stands.
Basically my questions/concerns are:
- Is this a system that would work well together?
Only you can say.What are the room dimensions?. The speakers may Physically intrude,but run the equalizer system on your amp and that will go a long way to setting them up sound wise.You don't have to have them at full belt anyway.- Her living room is pretty small. Would this set-up be too powerful for a small room? And what are the disadvantages of having a powerful system in a small room?
- Are 50cm stands aqequate for rear speakers?
Which sub woofer are you going to use?Some feedback from BlueWizzard would be much appreciated, but if anybody else has any useful comments then obviously i would be greatful.
In terms of the sub, is one really required, or will the speakers provide enough bass? I currently use an old Denon sub, so I could use this, although it's probably pretty miserable quality by today's standards.
[/QUOTE]Which sub woofer are you going to use?
Cheers,
Andy
I only asked the subwoofer question on the assumption that you were heading in the direction of 5.1.
The centre speaker question then arose and, I suppose, it became apparent that you were looking for good performance from fewer speakers.
As you have mentioned a different centre speaker,I would only say that,ideally the centre should be of the same make and model as the fronts to maintain the same tone across the front sound stage.Your 9CC fits that bill.The Tannoy wont.
On the Sub,I have no doubts that the 10.4s will sound fine without.Remember,however that they only go down to 38hz give or take.That leaves quite some lower notes and tones that you just wont hear.The sub also re enforces the overall sound of the other speakers as well.
I'm not spending your money,but I would suggest that once you have heard the 10.4 with a sub,then take it away,you will notice the difference.
HERE is a good place to start.
Good luck,
K.
Thankyou for your advice so far Kubby. I have to say those subs are out of my price range for the moment given i'm already spending close to £400 on front speakers and stands. I was looking at something more like the below:
HYUNDAI 8" ACTIVE HOME CINEMA SUBWOOFER 100W 20cm BASS | eBay UK
WHARFEDALE VARDUS VRSUB10 SUBWOOFER (OPENED BOX, BLACK) - available from Superfi UK Visit http://www.superfi.co.uk/index.cfm/page/moreinfo.cfm/product_id/7691 for details
Would these be of a quality too low to make a difference/not worth getting in your opinion? Apologies but my knowledge of these things is limited to say the least.
Thanks again,
Andy
One of my 10.1s has developed a problem today, when playing dance music and a bassy part comes on there is an awful vibration sound coming from the cabinet. Its like a vibrating rattling sound. ....
Any ideas? Do I need to take it back to the shop?
One of my 10.1s has developed a problem today, when playing dance music and a bassy part comes on there is an awful vibration sound coming from the cabinet. Its like a vibrating rattling sound. Checked everything is secure so it might be something inside. None of the others do it and its only started today so not sure what it could be. Its not distoration as its not even very loud.
Any ideas? Do I need to take it back to the shop?
The 10.1's are the rear speakers? If so and you are playing stereo music, then the amp is synthesizing the rear channels, and may not be doing the best job of it.
The best you can do, is move the 10.1 to the front and play in PURE STEREO mode. If you still hear the buzz, then first make sure it is not something in the room rattling. Next, touch the speaker frames and connections, and see if you can find a mechanical rattle.
Next, listen very carefully to the cones and see if you can identify which cone the sound is coming from.
I would speculate that it would be extremely difficult to blow a rear speaker, since the load on them is not very intense. So, either you are playing at deafening sound levels, or more likely, the speaker has a defect that you have just noticed.
Again, put them on the front channels, and to eliminate complications, play in pure 2.0 stereo mode. See how the speakers sound then. These speaker should be able to handle a reasonable amount of power, but even the best speaker has a limit to the amount of abuse it can take. Also, it is generally not power that destroys speakers, but volume. Though once again, if these are the rear speakers, you would have to be abusing the system in the very extreme to damage the rear speakers.
Let us know what happens.
Steve/bluewizard