KLIPSCH RP-600M II: Updated, Revised, and Better Than Ever!
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I'm glad the price came down to where I could afford these! Phenomenal sound!
Hi Steve, another great review! A brilliant watch and I appreciate the time and effort you have clearly made trying out the new 600M’s so all can have a trusted audiophile expert view. As always, an enjoyable worthwhile review. I bought the original 600M’s based on your dedicated enthusiasm for them and that they were within my budget about a year ago. I absolutely love them and I can not thank you enough for steering me towards buying them. It’s great to hear over the years you still give them the credit they deserve, not dismissing them over the new upgraded ones. I love your down to earth honest opinions and you are a joy to listen and learn from. I’ll stick with the originals for now but I can’t say I’m not intrigued with the new ones…
Cheers again Steve and sending love from the U.K. 👍
I have the RP-600M paired with a Rell TZero-MKIII and it sounds amazing. I based my decision largely on your reviews, so Thank you Steve.
I love everything that is Klipsch, Steve.
Steve, I bought two sets of the RP600M gen 1s based on your review brother...all I have to say is 'thanks.' Very happy with my purchases.
Yup same here. They’re fabulous.
I have Klipsch RP-160M still enjoying them
I love mine! Cambridge Audio Topaz integrated amp, and pro-ject debut 3 turntable. All together, less than $800. I'm in the shallow end of the audiophile pool. 😁
Love your reviews. Very much appreciate your honesty and heartfelt suggestions.
Great review, as always, thank you, keep doing it!
Like your recording reviews, as well as the equipment. Experience has its' rewards.
Hello Steve, Martin Logan guy here, and former Klipschorn owner of 14 years. Yes, count me in on your first review and love of the original 600M for which I purchased on YOUR good word. They are the mains for my theater system., although a bit bright for my ears, as in a musical setting (2.0). I STILL love the RP-280 F towers with the Bang and Olufsen 6500 system in my livingroom setting (you have the photo). The RP line is really a great example of Klipsch 'today' outside of the resurgence of the Heritage line. Thanks for the review and thoughts on the updated model.
I had my doubts between the 2 versions and from what our great teacher indicates (Steve G.), the best purchase I could make at the moment was the 600m. They are physically beautiful and their sound is very rich. Thanks for the comparison
Flawless review with precision timing. Thank you! Just need some pairing suggestions!..
Great video Steve! The VSOTD was icing on the cake.
I own the mark 1. Great little speaker. Nice to hear about the upgrade
Yeah man, your original review of the RP600M started me down the rabbit hole...THANKS STEVE
Thousands and thousands of dollars later……..we have all fell into the sunken zone of sound.
Thanks Steve - You are the "reference speaker" when it comes to anything audio - I have been a follower in one way or another for more years than I am willing to admit.
Thanks Garry! Nice to hear from you.
i got a pair of the 600m in 2020 off the back of all the great reviews. I really liked the lateral imaging of the horn loaded tweeter, but ive always had larger floorstanding size speakers and couldnt dig the little sound of bookshelves. I have vintage Celestion Ditton speakers. For a few hundred they can blitz any bookshelf imo. Saying that I sold the Klipsch and wish Id kept them, but they just didnt cut it for me. Love you Steve ! Always enjoy your content and your old pics as Im a long hair too haha
Also took the plunge with the V1, RP-600m did not dissapoint. They are currently my mains, in living room. Might grab the RP-8000F on clearance to move the RP-600m to rear surround. Good reviews man thank you. o7!!!
Nailed it in the “Final Thoughts”. Thank-you
Thanks boos for the review keep up the good work 😊
Thanks Steve - Awesome review! - Cheers!
I enjoyed this so much I'm buying then for my 45wpa tube amp. Thanks brother.
I am very looking forward to this review!!!
Bought my rp600m's used . In walnut. Listen in bedroom wall mount with old marantz 2265b. Use cell phone for music source.
Much enjoyment.
I wonder why Klipsch stopped offering this speaker in piano black? Those are gorgeous!
You convince me Steve... I'll grab a pair of the RP-600 V2 Thanks for the excellent review!
Got them and they added so much more to my Cerwin Vegas. Listening to Paul Desmond’s “Pure Desmond” sounds like Ed Bickert is sitting at his guitar right in front of me!
I listened to youprn Videos with my tube driven horn system and I had the feeling that they are sitting on me.
Steve, Just received KLIPSCH RP-600M II, Sounds fantastic, been looking and listening for a while. A lot of people may think I'm nuts, but I sent back the Elac Debut B5.2, didn't like them. My original book shelf's were Polk Audio RTi A1, which I loved them, but wanted to upgrade. Thanks for the recommendation!!
Steve, I purchased Klipsch RB-61-II and found the at blow-out prices just prior to the release of the RP-160M's and I must say the I enjoy the front facing bass port. All said, Klipsch makes some pretty amazing bookshelf/stand speakers.
I believe John Atkinson of Stereophile measured the sensitivity of the first version of the speaker to be something closer to 89 DB so it’s nice to see that they are going a little bit closer to the truth for this version but they could still probably stand for a little bit of outside scrutiny when it comes to specs.
Hi Steve. Loved your experimental podcast.
Okay, thanks for letting me know!
Love those DIY speakers! Dad did an awesome! job!
My favourite upgrade is the binding post layout. I regret not having the same WBT locking bananas that I use on my bi-wired Yamaha 803 stereo receiver because the plastic speaker nuts are always coming loose from my WBT spades at the speakers, where there is no room to crank tighter. The new spacious layout and metel nuts will be my immediate deciding factor for an upgrade for my AQ Rocket 33s.
So glad I could get my system immortalised on this channel even if you got some of the pronunciations and names a bit wrong! Hahaha awesome vid keep it up!
Sorry 'bout that.
Thumbs up on the improved internal bracing. My critique on the previous version included being able to “hear” the cabinet slightly.
I wish that Klipsch would introduce a more expensive version using real wood.
MY newly purchased Mk-II are sounding really well. Am happy to upgrade from my original model. Very close to my KEF LS50- Meta, which are an "uptick" better! Very Happy to get the Mk II version! Thanks for a Great review!
Thanks!
Thanks for the review, since there are not many places to listen and compare.
Bi-amping the rp-600m II's with a pair of Schiit Rekkr's and it ROCKS my desktop setup.
I wonder how each would compare between KLIPSCH RP-600M II and the smaller RP-500M II as to tonality, separation and imaging and stage depth? Seemed some people thought the older 500M did better in those areas vs the 600M. A bigger woofer may get you more low end, low mids...but then again?
Your kewl Steve !! Just subbed. Keep up the great work.
I’m just going to say it it…I really like the RP600M OG and I have no real urge to upgrade to the new ones although I’m sure the minimal improvements can be heard.
I actually doubled down on the RP600Ms and bought a second pair in piano black just because.
And they were $350 btw so they were a steal.
Klipsch struck an emotional chord with the 600s. They were aiming for a price point so yes there’s a measurable dip in FR and bracing could absolutely be improved but damn they’re still fun. A very fundamental fact about audio is there will always be comprise.
I enjoy seeing the folks that tout “improving” the 600s and I couldn’t think of a bigger money suck. Just buy a different speaker if you want a different spec. A better array of crossover components don’t always equate to better and more pleasing sound. There are plenty of better measuring products out there that frankly don’t provide the fun that these do so yes, Klipsch has been evolving their lower lines in a positive and rewarding way.
Love your reviews sir. Thanks for sharing mostly trough music than the gear itself.🙏🙏
Hey Steve- my wife bought me a pair of 600Ms for our anniversary about 3 weeks ago. She knew I have been wanting a set for my third system to be powered by a Reisong A10. Saw this video (early release on 5-13 BTW). Just traded up to the Mark II today- night and day. Thanks for the initial review …. I had no idea an upgrade was on the horizon. Thanks - I’m sold.
Oh man, that’s nice to hear! Thanks for sharing.
@@SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac Thank you! The last six audio gear products I have purchased have all been based on your reviews.....I am once again a happy vinyl analog guy. Working my way through playing all of my LPs I have owned since the first Beatles LP was issued.
Cool Mon!!!!!!!!!I was 13 when I went to the Bob Marley show in June at Music Inn in Lennox MA (Outdoor venue which John Lewis of MJQ was music director at nm 60' which had changed over to rock in the 70's with a great outdoor stage).Remember the Frisbees,the Rasta tapestries hung on the fence,and the sound men smoking a spiff the size of my fore arm.I was helping work the food concessions for my older cousins friend and that summer I saw Marshall Tucker,The Kinks "Low Budget" tour and the Beach Boys.Quite a summer for a lad I must say.Good times
No way in hell i am so called upgrading to the version ll's. At some point us audiophiles have to just enjoy the music and STOP spending.
Say that again...please? Thank you!!
Amen!
I’m happy with my pair of RP 600's.
But sometimes you get an itch you just cant scratch. The bug. Sometimes what you have just hits right for a long time hopefully!
There will always be another newer version of what we audiophile/home-theater enthusiasts have. At a point though for most of us(at least me). We will arrive sooner or later at a decision point. We will have to decide, do we keep spending and enjoy what we have. Or do we keep chasing the elusive carrot of never being able to do just that. Through several decades of chasing...it's now my time to enjoy. Although other "audiophiles" have more and more expensive setups. I have been fortunate enough to have two really awesome home-theaters and a music listening-station that my family and friends literally are in awe over. The average household would love to have what I have acquired. It's been a marvelous journey and it's not necessarily over. But it is time to realize what I have and just..ENJOY!!!
Truly. It seems like at a point it becomes more about purchasing the equipment and staring than actually using it. A lot of these guys buy equipment and then listen to the same 6 reference songs on it and the it collects dust most of the time. Pretty dumb.
Thank you Steve for your review, I love my original 600m’s so much, I think I’ll stick with them.
Good plan!
thankyou sir
Steve , there’s a soon to be released Clapton live at Fillmore 94 …the one song available sounds fantastic…Freddie kings iconic have you ever loved a woman
I bought these following many good reviews and yours. I am about to upgrade to a second hand pair of J M Reynaud Cantbile Jubilee floorstanders. French made and that’s where I live. I would never sell my RP’s! They’re going into my real listening room (office) and paired to an ATOLL amp. It’s almost an upgrade for them. Will look at the next ones when available.
OH WHY DONT YOU MARRY THEN THEM?
Hi, I have listen to the JMR Lunna. Do you know this model? It sounds fantastic (for me). But I am also very interested in the RP600m. Would you prefer the RPs over the JMR? An Atoll Amp is also on my list. ;)
My favorite things about the RP-600 II is that I was able to pick up the original RP-600 for 1/4 MSRP from buying a stores last demo model.
😂 awesome
I always wanted to buy the RP600M but kept putting it off. Finally, procrastination has paid off!
hear! hear!
Don’t wait…. I just bought a Mark I pair- sent them back for Mark II…. Updated version is superior. Cheers.
@@madisongraham9307 explain please
@@sspringss2727 Just my take- upper range smoother less shrill, less power to drive, cabinet stronger with same clear mid range. I tend to agree with review comments Steve made. Thanks.
Bought 2 pairs of the originals last month… I’m still awestruck 🏆
Can't wait to listen to these with the new Elvis film ....got a brand new sub too! 👍🏼
Hi Steve - Thank you for pairing the RP-600MII with the Decware!!
Viva la Decware!! Central Illinois very own home for tubey goodness. 🫠
Great review Steve, thanks
I'm so happy with the original RP-600M that I have no plans to upgrade as I'd rather that money go elsewhere in my system. From Steve's review it sound like you really can't go wrong with either the original or new version. For those that have a limited budget, this may be the perfect time to watch for close-out sales on the original RP-600Ms. For those that aren't satisfied knowing a slightly better latest-greatest product is out there, the RP-600M II might be your better option. Either way, I really like the idea of new iterations of the 600M being introduced. We might be seeing the 600M as a "classic" that with improved versions introduces every few years. RP-600M VI may be what my son buys for his house.
...or you could do the GR-Research upgrade to your old RP-600M ua-cam.com/video/NH4xI5VXR_o/v-deo.html
I have a pair of original of this model too, and have no plans to change as I’m happy with the sound I get out of them.
The new one is FAR better overall, although not perfect either. The original version has a rising high end and big dip between 1-2 kHz., and some other issues.
Cool viewer system. I have one of those ceramic frogs also:)
Thanks, glad you like it!
I have the original 600m and enjoy them! Great energy as you say however to me they give an impression of the sound of cymbals on a drum kit but do not sound realistic as far as clarity, extensions and decay. You did mention the new 600m’s, the point 2’s have better clarity. Recently I purchased the Elac Uni-Fi 2.0 and I definitely hear a difference in that category and I’m wondering how the 600m.2 would compare? Do cymbals have better extension and decay compared the the original 600m’s?
compare them to a pair of polks and see if they are better.
Klipsch is all you need to know sir. Klipsch.
I went to my local stereo shop looking to upgrade my Emotiva Airmotive 4s speakers. I compared these to Dynaudio Emit 10, and the Focal Chora 806. I have heard many BAD things about the Klipsch and some reviewers here have torn them apart.... A live listen does wonders... I went in thinking the Focals or even the Kef Q350, both on amazing sales along with the Dynaudio Emit 10s... I walked out with a pair of the Klipsch, color me surprised... At $450 on sale they are a SUPER bargain! Their is, of course better, but at what price. I am pretty happy overall with the 2nd version... Oh btw I am a member of your patreon too! :-)
Running 600m 2nd gen with Marantz NR1200 & SVS 2000...just a 2 channel for music with TV sound enjoyment.
BTW...Rock on KG 5.2s..
I was going to buy the mii last week but I found the original 600m on sale from Klipsch for $250. I hooked them up the other day and they have more clarity, by far, than the Elac Debuts and my old Martin USA Gammas. I'm running a Marantz 2220, Technics 1200 turntable with ATVM95SH cart, and use my Mac Mini as a digital source. I can't imagine having more clarity, when I'm hearing details in tracks that I've never heard before, even with my Grado headphones. For example, the rhythm guitar on Steely Dan's Peg is very clear in the right channel. I'll wait until the speakers break in more to decide if they're keepers or not, but so far I am very impressed.
Fantastic!
I too recently purchased the Tisbury passive preamp, as in the viewers system. I've been impressed by the passive, so quiet and convenient with good level balance. I have to wonder why passive preamps are not more common. Ill have to acquire some actives to compare in the future.
Nice to hear from you Andrew, the reason passive isn’t more popular they don’t always match impedance wise, don’t provide gain, and lack the dynamic impact of active preamps.
@@SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac Hey Steve, thanks for the response. I had wondered what your opinion was on passives. I'm surprisingly satisfied with the Tisbury which is obviously cool running and ideal for the summer, but I agree there is a little something missing, and impact seems a pretty good word for it.
The sensitivities are more than likely the same in the two speakers, just a little more honesty in the newer version.
Steve, did you let the 600 break in for a while before the review? I would think the bass tone would change after the break in and perhaps the highs would tame down a bit…
I always request the factory to break in the speakers for me. Klipsch said they did.
Those Celestions are so much fun!
for a moment i thought i had a preview of this a couple day ago :)
You did... for I already viewed this video yesterday :)
...however for the UA-cam algorithm (i.e. for Steve) I'm allowing it to play through all over again 👍
For me, it wasn't just a moment, it was all the way through ...
Ditto…. Saw the video on Friday, then vanished. Klipsch website noted look for new product announcement next week…
@@madisongraham9307 I just saw Robertson's review this morning on the improved version. He said pretty much the same thing as Steve G.
The only concern for loading speakers with amplifiers of Very Low Wattage is a Possibility of driving the amplifier into Clipping Distortion on heavy music program, and this might cause speaker coil heating. So, it's good to feed light music program to Very Low Wattage amplifiers. Don't overload the amp.
Great review Steve. Would you review Focal bookshelf speakers for me? Come on , we know you want to. I'll be keeping a look out for that. Thanks.
if elvis were still around today he would have a pair of these new klipsch 600s in his bedroom system at graceland.the speakers would have to be on stands high enough to be at ear level above his massive 9 foot by 9 foot bed.
Great review - your music selections were right in my wheelhouse. Aston “Family Man” Barrett drove the bottom end of the Wailers for many years.
Great review Steve. I’ve also seen your video on the Dali Oberon 3, if you had to compare them or pick one which one would it be?
I won’t have the chance to listen before buying, both seem to be great speakers but im concerned on the klipsch being a bit brighter/fatiguing.
Thanks!
I would pick the RP 600 M ll, for its dynamics and life. But you say you're concerned about it being brighter, well it is, so it wouldn't be the right one for you. There's no best, just that makes sense for you.
Hey Steve. I'm writing because you are old enough to remember the original Definitive Technology's BP 6 floor standing speakers from the mid 90's. I have a set that I bought brand new back then and I absolutely love them. Here is my question. With the newer technology in today's speakers, in your opinion would I see ( hear ) huge improvements in a new set of the RP- 600 ll over my existing BP 6's ? Assuming all other factors being the same. I know the BP 6's low end extends well below that of the Klipsch 600m's, but I am thinking a small power sub would fill in the lows. Is it worth the money to buy something newer ? Smaller footprint and newer tech, or stay with what I already have. The cost of my 6's was about what the cost of the 600's Ver 1 was. Thanks in advance for any opinion that you offer up. -- Dennis
Nice work SG. Can you do more on LOW power systems? I have a Sherwood from the 50s that needs LOW power speakers :) Thanks
Hi Steve. I purchased a 5.1 Elac Debut 6 setup based on your comments 4 years ago. Elac 6” towers, 6” shelf surrounds, 6” centre,12” sub and denon 95w p/c. I’ve been so happy with it I have not really embraced any audio reviews in a few years. I came right back to you having had my interest peaked by local store selling Klipsch 5.1.2 reference system on the 600 platform. I quite fancy Atmos. I would very much appreciate your opinion on wether it’s worth me changing. I have the luxury of a 24 x 18 foot room that I spend a lot of my free time in. It’s rarely used for music, mostly movies and games. I’ve heard Klipsch can be a bit bright, especially compared to the Debut that are usually described as a soft mid to high. I’m the sort of guy that often reduces bass as I find it can drown some sound tracks and although I love the debut, I often find 12” sub plus towers with a dedicated low end driver can be a bit much. Hopefully you see this. I would really value your reply.
Hi Thomas, from everything you said stick with what you have. I’m a firm believer in enjoying what you already own. If you want to make a change, change your amplifier or digital or analog parts of your system. Thanks for watching, Steve.
@@SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac thank you for the reply, kind of you to do so and I will take that advise. I’m just using a denon x2400H receiver, so if you have any reconnections around a change there I will gladly look them up
Still have 600ms which I bought of your review but where recommended by tarun a british audiofile . But at the mo I have replaced them with kef r3 which need a bit more power for them to sing .
If you could share some of the sonic differences between them even though one is much more expensive, it would be appreciated. Thanks.
With the many rave reviews for the RP-600s older and new, I find it weird that there's so little commentary about the RP-6000 tower version. Do all the strong points carry over? I have space better suited for towers and I'm looking for a way to get the 6000s or 8000s in here for a trial run.
Good luck. Main concern is how deep they are and then having to put them about 18" to 24" away from the wall. If you have the space and sit far enough away for the drivers to present an integrated sound, you might love them.
I'd love to compare the older RP-8000 with the newer refresh and hear what the differences are.
So many reviews out there. Some hate'em and some love'em. I'm going to replace my Polk satellite/sub system as time and money permit and will be ordering a pair of the RP600M2s as soon as I finish writing this note. They are on sale (ends tomorrow) for $449/pair, which isn't a whole lot less than I pair for all 6 speakers with the Polk. Without the sub, they're....anemic. With 3" drivers and a 3/4" tweeter. I can't wait to get the new Klipsch's. I've never owned them before. Maybe I could use my current l/r for side surrounds?? I'm not sure I can do Atmos with my chair against a wall in a small bedroom. Tell me if I'm wrong.
My forray into home theater with the Best Buy purchase of an all Klipsch R- series set of standard reference series speakers, but last year I upgraded to the RP-504C along with two SVS SB-12NSD subs (which I've absolutely loved).
Well, now it is time to swap out the left and right R-28F and I was going to go for the RP-8000F tower. However, I am now considering not going tower at all and getting the RP-600M instead. What do you think I should get?
Update:
I went with rp8000f. Very happy
I'd like to see an 8 inch version, so would that be an RP800II ?
Hi Steve, I can hear the passion you have regarding the feel you get from the Klipsch RP600M IIs. How does their sound quality compare to the likes of AudioEngine HD6? I am trying to figure out how to get the best sounding turntable system for 1500.00 all in (turntable, speakers, phono pre amp (if needed) and amp (if needed) depending on the speakers. Love your channel.
Did you checkout the networks in the speakers? I understand the old model has a $3.00-$4.00 cross-over.
Hi Steve. I really liked the video. Congratulations! If possible, I would like your opinion: can this model (II) be a good replacement for my JBL L100 Century (severely broken)? I have AT160LP record player and MAC 1900 receiver. Thank you. regards
Was it the KLIPSCH RPM 600s that HARVEY SPECTOR from
"SUITS" that he had in his office to listen to his JAZZ& BLUES ALBUMS?
Great review! I wonder what the inside looks like. They have added a internal brace. Have they made a real crossover this time?
The crush over isn’t changed very much. I guess that’s good news for GR research!
No mass manufacture is ever going to put in an expensive crossover in cheap speakers
Please review Serhan and Swift Mu2. I have this. Amazing. Love your channel.
Go Cymru! My mum is from Cardiff, Wales! +
Love ya Steve. Your viewers are cut from the same cloth.
Good 👍
Hi, im a total noob here.
If im listening from youtube or netflix from a smart tv. between analog and digital out (using external dac), which one should i choose to connect to my amp to get better sound?
Question for you, Steve: thoughts on Klipsch KG series in relation to tube amps like HH Scott 222c? Thanks. Love your channel & podcast.
Curious about the comparison now that the V1 is readily available for $350
Danny Richie looked at these after his employees Hobbs bought a pair. They were improved over the original version but still not as good as they could have been, So again Danny (GR-Research) offers another upgrade kit with improved crossover and much higher parts quality for greater fidelity). Incidentally he says he gets sent more Klipsch speakers than any other brand so there must be a lot of folks buying them off Klipsch’s brand awareness but then not being happy with them and look to improve the response so send to Danny for fixing. Imagine how much more clear they’ll sound after doing the GR upgrade
Hi Steve, I have the Klipsch RP 600 and I love them I also have a 1977 Techniques SL1800 turntable sounds good as it is but has an old AT cartridge not sure which i don't see a model # on it. I'd like a better cartridge for my turntable can you recommend one. I was kind of leaning towards the Ortofon Red just from what I've read. I like a warm but clear sound I don't have anything fancy I am running an Onkyo TX 686. Thank you.
The Ortofon is a safe choice, but I like Grado, starting around $100. It’s bolder, more alive sounding
@@SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac awesome thank you for reaching out that was nice
Old ones had a massive dip at the crossover point...essentially just sucked out the mids. I would certainly hope they fixed this glaring fault.
I’m thinking the recent LRS+ and the RP-600M II are more a marketing tool to allow a significant price increase on loss leader speakers. I’m sure the newer versions sound different, but are they better enough to justify a near 40% price bump. I’ll just say I’m skeptical.
You can draw your own conclusions of course. But you might’ve noticed that we were in a period of high inflation, parts supply shortages, radically increased shipping costs, etc. If you don’t think they are worth it, don’t buy them! Each of us determines the value of everything we buy, it shouldn’t be any other way.
Pretty crazy that the more expensive upgraded version sounds better!
Well, that price difference reflects the large difference in global production costs and shipping we’ve been experiencing over the last couple of years. Ocean shipping costs alone have more than doubled. Strangely, these are essentially priced the same, in that you’ll be seeing 20-25% cost increases from most manufacturers.
@@cbrunhaver Yeah I guess that's true. Across the board all prices seem to be elevated. All $500 dollar subs I've been searching for are now $600. Very sad :(
And its doubtful prices will ever come down and if they do, they will come down less than how much they went up...pretty disgusting. So glad I am not on the endless upgrade gerbil wheel.
Hasn't anyone learned yet that the new version isn't better, it is different! Steve was bonkers over the original 600M`s because of their dynamic live concert experience and forwardness, and now the new version is different, and I don't think Steve likes them as much as the originals.
Marsha, you are 100% correct. Different does not always equal better but its a very effective selling tool and many people sadly eat it up and spend fortunes chasing rainbows that do not exist in audio. Some people are also sadly never satisfied or have to have the latest & greatest. Oh well....to each their own but no thanks for me. Too much focus on gear at the expense of music for too many IMO.
Would we expect for a price drop of the 600M? When the MK2 will be on sale at Amazon? Thanks
Is it bad to have these as side speakers and Martin Logan’s as left and right and center in a 5.1 setup? Thanks!