[Robby L.]

Building a "budget" system.  Going off the idea of "Get the best mains you can afford and build from there".

My Father-in-law has had VMPS STR's for years and they are AMAZING.

I'm looking at purchasing the RM2's.  My question that some of you dealers/installers may be able to help with is how to hook them up to a Home Theatre reciever?     (remember budget )  Or is there another method you would suggest on limited coin?

Thanks in advanced for any suggestions.  B has been great answering all my questions about product, but figured this one is a bit more broad?

[Early B.]

I wouldn't suggest hooking them up directly to an HT receiver, especially since they are 4 ohm speakers and most HT receivers aren't designed to handle them. You should consider purchasing a 2-channel amplifier and hooking the speakers to this amp, then the amp would plug into the front L&R preouts on the receiver using a pair of RCA cables.

[Robby L.]

Recommend an Amp for the budget consumer for these Loudspeakers?

[Brian Cheney]

The RM2 is available in 4 or 8 Ohms, so if the receiver is rated for 8 Ohms only simply order them that way.

[Robby L.]

I love you B!  Didn't know that about the RM2's, thought they were 4ohm only.  Thats what I get for not asking!

You just saved me a TON of internet research on 2 channel 4ohm amps....I can go home now!

Thanks again Brian!

Rob

[Early B.]

Even if you order the 8 ohm version of the RM2's, you should still eventually buy a separate amp for improved sound quality. It would be ashamed to purchase such a great speaker and power it with an HT receiver. Luckily, you don't have to buy everything all at once.

[hmen]

 I ran my 4 ohm RM2's off an 8 ohm Marantz HT reciever for a couple of months and I had no problems but I agree with Early B. that you should eventually upgrade to a better amp or integrated.             

[Robby L.]

Early and Hmen - totally agree.  Gotta do it in baby steps until I find that money tree.

Already found the "Best bang for the buck".  = VMPS

Then to complete the rest of the HT w/ VMPS and start adding some Amps...maybe a Sub, but I think the RM2's will handle that duty for awhile w/o a sweat.

[John Casler]

Recommend an Amp for the budget consumer for these Loudspeakers?

For the budget consumer running RM2's this one would be hard to beat

BEHRINGER A500 REFERENCE POWER AMP 2 x 230W

Should be under $200 street

This ultra-linear power amplifier is the top choice for recording studios and post-production work, yet its amazing price is just the beginning. You get true audiophile-grade performance that delivers 2 x 230 watts into 4 ohms or 500 watts into 8 ohms bridged, with enough headroom to always keep you on the safe side. The A500's advanced convection-type cooling system guarantees stable, noise-free operation, while its servo-controlled design can drive virtually all passive speakers. Specifications: *Output power (1 kHz, 0.1% THD) per channel stereo: 160 watts RMS @ 8 ohms, 230 watts RMS @ 4 ohms. *Output power (1 kHz, 0.1% THD) bridged mono: 500 watts RMS @ 8 ohms. *Weight: 18.5 lbs. *Dimensions: 4" H x 19" W x 10.85" D. 

• For recording studios, post-production, live sound, and hi fi applications
  2 x 230 watts into 4 ohms, 500 watts into 8 ohms in bridged mono operation
  Servo-controlled design can drive virtually any passive speaker
  Advanced convection-cooling for absolutely noise-free and stable operation (no fan)
  Precise level meter and clip indicators for accurate performance monitoring
  Input connections on balanced XLR, 1/4" TRS and RCA connectors
  Speaker outputs on professional "touch-proof" binding posts and 1/4" TS connectors
  Ultra-reliable Toshiba® / Fairchild® high-power transistors
  Independent thermal overload protection with LED indicator for each channel
  High-current toroidal transformer for absolute reliability and lowest noise interference
  Quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life
  Conceived and designed by Behringer Germany

Should be under $200 street[/list]

[gongos]

I used my 4 ohm RMs's with a digital Panasonic receiver and never had any problems. It sounded great.

[Early B.]

I use the Behringer A200 for my subwoofer and it works great for that application. A few days ago I hooked it up to my VMPS Tower II's and it sounded like crap. I think Robby would be better off using the HT receiver instead of the Behringer until he could save enough money for a decent 2-channel amp.