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t0ny

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#296382 12-Jun-2022 17:31
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Yes, I know this is not recommended however, trying to make the best of what i can do. I have a Denon 4700 AVR to drive the speakers in my new build and I am thinking of going with two zones. One zone for music playback and the other zone for the home theatre. I was recommended the Definitive Technology speakers however, not sold on it entirely as some of the models are square in shape and i will have to turn it at an angle to meet the Dolby 5.1.2 overhead speaker recommendations. I may have issues with mounting it at an angle with the double ceiling. My thinking so far is as below as far as speaker placement goes:

 

 

 

 

 

The green speakers in the living room will serve dual purpose i.e will provide the atmos and when switched to the music zone will play the music playing in the kitchen. I was recommended by another retailer the focal 300 series so bit torn which direction to take. Feedback would be appreciated (except the don't do in-ceiling speakers, yes, i know already)


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GarryP
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  #2925826 12-Jun-2022 18:56
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Another option:

 

https://www.rapalloav.co.nz/product/svs-prime-elevation-speakers-pair/?v=d76c77a873e2

 

more info from the manufacturer:

 

https://www.svsound.com/products/prime-elevation

 

I am currently using these as surrounds and will be getting another pair for ceiling speakers when I shift to an atmos setup.

 

 




Jacmac
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  #2940846 11-Jul-2022 22:00
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Have you looked at the Speakercraft Series ? They have been around since the 1980s making in-ceiling speakers so know a thing or two when it comes to design and sound. They may not have the flashiest marketing but make some great products. 

 

At a minimum you will want to get a speaker you can adjust the speaker angle(driver) and tweeter so you point the sound to the listening area - for the atmos and background sound you can use the standard in-ceiling. 

 

 

 

Speakercraft Aim Series 2 - https://www.speakercraft.com/aim-series-2/

 

Speakercraft Aim Series - https://www.speakercraft.com/profile-aim/

 

 

 

Where you looking to position the sub ? 


t0ny

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  #2940849 11-Jul-2022 22:33
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I ended up getting some b&w in ceilings at a decent price. Will add sub later once I figure out how much space I have

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