After a little over a month of waiting, finally got my HTM2Di (replaced a HTM61). Got it last week and have been some SACD/Blu-ray time in. Just after ordering it i became very critical of the HTM61, looking for every flaw i could find to justify the upgrade. Had I not upgraded from the 683's to the 803Di's i might have been able to live with the HTM61. However since the 803Di upgrade, no matter what i tried i could not integrate the HTM61 well and subsequently, in the presence of the 803Di's, it sounded very bland and closed in...especially noticeable during lengthy dialogue scenes. I feel the HTM2Di's tonal balance (smoother highs/very detailed mids & lows) has made my front three much more coherent. Sound isn't coming from a box underneath my monitor, but more like another dimension of soundstage. I didn't need to be in the sweet spot to enjoy. Bottom line, the HTM2Di produced a layer the HTM61 could not and i couldn't be happier. Is it worth the premium? Definitely for me. A note of caution for those planning to upgrade to the 80xDi's, be prepared to run into the same issues i just experienced (integration) and start diverting funds for one of these awesome center speakers. Thanks to all who gave me great feedback during my search...appreciate the help :T
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McIntosh C2300/MC302, NAD T785, Oppo 83se & 105, Squeezebox Touch, AppleTV, B&W 803Di/HTM2Di/M1, REL G1, Sony XBR9, PS3 -
Very nice...
I used to also have the HTM61 and I didn't even find it was particularly good at matching the 683 let alone any of the higher end speakers.
When I got my 804s, like you, I could not stand it anymore. I found a good deal on a used HTM4s and never looked back.. It is amazing how the two-way HTM4s with no FST runs circles around the HTM61.
Enjoy your new sounds stage...Main System:
B&W 801D
Emotiva USP-1 Pre-Amp
Chord SPM-650 Stereo Amp
Oppo BDP-105
Squeezebox Touch
Second System:
B&W CM7
Emotiva UMC-1
Emotiva UPA-2
Oppo BDP-83SE
Grant Fidelity DAC-09
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dukester,
Congratulations. I'm definitely not surprised at your reaction. The front stage should definitely sound like a unified wall.
You are likely to be surprised at how much bass that center can put out.
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Enjoy with the new htm2DI :T
I have the 803DI and I'm happy : center htm2D......have the Htm2DI will be a very great front end!!
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I went from the HTM61 to the HTM3S and boy is it more airy, detailed, and the drivers/sound is more coherent. Of course, the 800s sound is also more outside the box than in the 600s. Never thought in my life I'd be spending multiple thousands on a single speaker! 8O But non-the-less, my 800s are one of my favorite of all time purchases I've ever made! I love em'! :TComment
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'Never thought in my life I'd be spending multiple thousands on a single speaker!'
Totally agree...It was one of my toughest purchases but in terms of dollar value...
'Of course, the 800s sound is also more outside the box than in the 600s'
How very true...i hadn't heard the 803Di's before deciding i could not live with the boxiness of the 683's. The 803Di upgrade only magnified that characteristic. The HTM2Di's detail and openness matches the 803Di's very well...and improved my overall HT experience tenfold.McIntosh C2300/MC302, NAD T785, Oppo 83se & 105, Squeezebox Touch, AppleTV, B&W 803Di/HTM2Di/M1, REL G1, Sony XBR9, PS3Comment
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Hallo,
At this moment I have the Htm7 center / 803S main / 703rear / 750sub.
I want change the Htm7 whit a Htm4s. Opinion is Htm3S is the best solution.
Yes I know it. For my "location" is to big (problem with tweeter for Rack) and
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Long time reader, but only recently a member.
I recently replaced my Paradigm Studio 60 with B&W 683 S1 speakers. My usage is 80% HT and 20% music and I love them. I now need to find a matching center channel. Based on the bad reviews of the HTM61 S1, those are out of the question.... -
I've been reading this forum about a month now and this is my 1st post. Lot's of great info and experiences! I've had my HT for a year and am ready to move into B&Ws. I'm looking for your experiences and recommendations.
I've heard the 685's and was very impressed. I heard them with... -
I'm considering changing my current centre channel (HTM4S) due to height restrictions. Which route do you guys think would result in the smallest sonic deviation from the rest of my system (805S and the SCMS):
- CM centre 2 / CM centre 1
- FPM series (FPM4 / FPM5 / FPM6)
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Hi All
I am a newbie with speakers. I am planing to get the B&W685 for my L&R ASW610 for sub, but not sure which centre (HTM61 or 62) to match it with.
I know B&W suggest using HTM62 with the 685. In terms of spec, the HTM61 has the FST midrange and it goes...
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