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I have spent a good amount of time listening to the Ascend 340s - they have detail that is definitive but smooth, are very dynamic, capable of putting out a fairly good amount of base, and very pleasant to listen to for prolonged periods. If you don't like bright speakers, I would definitely suggest giving them a listen. Solidly constructed and worth notably more than they cost.
I am referring to the LR version of the new center channel (340c). Amazing customer service.
MarkT
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I use the CMT-340 as mains....before that the CBM-170's (they are my surrounds now). They are a more dynamic speaker and a little more forward than the 170, and more bass. The 5 speakers....three 340's and two 170's blend very well in home theater and multi-channel music.
The 340's can also be played louder than the 170 and they have a nice wide dispurtion.
If you are in the market for a $500/pr speaker....these are something definitely worth checking out.
-curtis
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Just so people can get an idea of what the CMT-340 looks like on the custom stand:
http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/attac...chmentid=10855
-curtis
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what's the price for those stands?
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I paid $140 for the stands and purchased them with the 340s. I have had the 340s for about 30 days and will be keeping these for sure as I now have 2 complete Ascend systems.
Same great sound as the 170 (a bit warmer and a wider presentation) and they can really fill a large room loudly with no listening fatigue.
Love 'em!
-R
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Great Randy!
Interesting that you think they are warmer than the 170's.
-curtis
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Curtis and RandyK,
do you have the 340 l/r 's set as "large" in your set up menu?
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nope...small for me and crossed at 60hz, and my 170's are crossed at 80hz.
-curtis
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Thanks Randy!
Could you also tell me how much the 340s are going for as a pair, or is it as simple as doubling the price of the center channel?
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I believe a pair of 340s is $500.