Speakers to go with B&W P5 for home theater setup

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  • jksf
    Junior Member
    • Jul 2007
    • 1

    #1

    Speakers to go with B&W P5 for home theater setup

    I have a pair of B&W P5's I like a lot, but we'll soon be moving into a bigger place and, along with a big-screen TV (to finally replace my 10-year-old 27" set), I'd like to get a HT system going. I'm looking for suggestions on what to use for the center and surround speakers. The room isn't enormous - maybe 12 x 16 feet, and I plan on starting off with an integrated A/V receiver.

    Thanks!
  • hifiguymi
    Super Senior Member
    • Mar 2007
    • 1532

    #2
    It's been a while since I've heard any of the P Series but if my memory serves correct the 600 Series is going to be closest tonal match to what you have. The tweeter in the 700 Series and 800 Series is very different than the tweeters in the P5's you have. The same would go for the rear speakers. If possible, take your speakers into your local dealer and see how the current center channels blend with your speakers. If the dealer will do loaners, then see if you can take a couple of centers home and do the evaluation at home.

    Eric

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