2.0 system for $200ish

Originally Posted by J Macker

I think the Energy C-200's are a better choice than the Monitor 40's.

And why would you say that JMacker?

Originally Posted by EdGaRRRRR

God damn you EndersShadow. Way to throw a monkeywrench in my decision. Now im looking for ebay coupon codes to try to bring those speakers down. Or a paypal code or something. YOU BASTARD!

Always glad to help . I wish I had know about Polks ebay website when I started out. Might not be in the upgrade dilemma that I am now lol....

Originally Posted by ashmedai

So you can drive the tweeter and midwoofer separately. You can use them normally by leaving the clip between the terminals attached.

Ahh, but i would get better sound quality wiring them separately I take it? As long as the receiver will take 2 pairs of 4 I'll do it that way

Originally Posted by EdGaRRRRR

And why would you say that JMacker?

Energy C-200's advantages:
91 db sensitivity
6.5" driver
48 Hz at -3dB
Source: http://www.energy-speakers.com/na-en...pecifications/

Monitor 40's
89 dB sensitivity
5.25" driver
57 Hz at -3dB
Source: http://www.polkaudio.com/homeaudio/s...ent/monitor40/

This translates to more bass and louder volumes for the C-200's.

Originally Posted by Thunder Face

Ahh, but i would get better sound quality wiring them separately I take it? As long as the receiver will take 2 pairs of 4 I'll do it that way

You should notice a difference but how much/if any depends on your ears. I noticed no difference bi-wiring (much different than bi-amping) my Monitor 60's to my Integra 5.9 reciever. It honestly probably isnt worth the extra effort unless you just really want to do it to do it.

Originally Posted by J Macker

Energy C-200's advantages:
91 db sensitivity
6.5" driver
48 Hz at -3dB
Source: http://www.energy-speakers.com/na-en...pecifications/

Monitor 40's
89 dB sensitivity
5.25" driver
57 Hz at -3dB
Source: http://www.polkaudio.com/homeaudio/s...ent/monitor40/

This translates to more bass and louder volumes for the C-200's.

This is true for the bass. Regarding sensitivity, you can always just turn up the volume more. Sensitivity is more of an issue if you have a lower ohms load (like 4 or 6). The reciever he has will be able to drive all of these speakers about even. As I showed you the A3's I thought I would list the spec's for them as well.

RTi A3's
89 dB sensitivity
6.5" driver
50 Hz at -3dB

Keep in mind you have the option of adding a cheap sub since you are purchasing a reciever and that would fix any issues you would have with lack of bass, regardless of which speakers you end up going with.

Wow. The RTi A3's are rediculously overpriced at retail price. They're not quite as good as the Energy C-200's, but yet double the price. A little better price on the ebay store, but it doesn't make sense to buy the A3s when the C-200s are cheaper and better.

Originally Posted by J Macker

Wow. The RTi A3's are rediculously overpriced at retail price. They're not quite as good as the Energy C-200's, but yet double the price. A little better price on the ebay store, but it doesn't make sense to buy the A3s when the C-200s are cheaper and better.

True, but at the end of all this it only matters if the OP likes the sound. As I have said all along I do not own any Energy speakers, nor have I heard them so I cannot compare them to the Polks except on paper. We are also assuming that the spec's listed are actually true. I know many companies "tweak" the spec's to make them better than they are (see it lots when looking at HT recievers). Spec's are spec's but there is no substitute for real world listening experience. If the OP is more comfortable with the Energy's then go for them, they more than likely will sound great. If he is more comfortable with the Polk brand and price, than go for those.

With that said Energy does have really good reviews from people that I respect, and lots of other companies are just as good as Polk as well, and even better in some aspects (i.e. SVS subs v. Polk subs)

I also had a difficult time deciding on bookshelf speakers earlier this year. I chose the Dayton BR-1 speaker kit for $140 shipped. 6.5" drivers, and 38 Hz lower range. I'm very happy with them. They were also a fun project because of the assembly and soldering the crossover.

I did also purchase the Dayton HSU 10" Elite sub and it is awesome. My only major complaint is the standby mode frequently kicks in.

You know what I think I'm just gonna go with the original polk 40's. Just because as I said. I'm looking for entry level you know. I will prolly add a cheapo sub later(most likely sooner then later). And I'm gonna go with the polks only because I've heard of the brand so I guess I am biased. Later on if I get more serious about audio then I'll look for more high end stuff (especially floor standers for HT). Thanks again guys really appreciate all the help. So in the end polk 40's and onkyo receiver . I'm sure I'll be happy.

ps: This thread got pretty big haha.

Originally Posted by EdGaRRRRR

I'm sure I'll be happy.

I am quite sure you will be. For sub recommendations let us know, there are a lot of decent subs out there that will do just what you want. With a sub you have no need to stay with the same manufacture either (unlike speakers where you want to make sure they are timbre matched).

I honestly would recommend starting your sub research now before the speakers come in so you have a good head start.

Wait for Black Friday. It's just around the corner. You'll be able to pick up whatever you'd like for a lot cheaper.
Maybe you'll even get something better for the price you're going to spend now.

Yea but I wouldn't know what to get later because I still don't know much about passive speakers. I wouldn't know what a deal is if I saw it when it comes to passive speakers.

Originally Posted by EdGaRRRRR

Yea but I wouldn't know what to get later because I still don't know much about passive speakers. I wouldn't know what a deal is if I saw it when it comes to passive speakers.

Ask here...people have been helping out