I've recently spent far too long reading about bipole/dipole surround speakers. I'm now more confused than I was when I started reading. From reading numerous AV sites (forums, manufacturers, THX, Dolby, etc) there seems to be a rather large difference of opinion on whether these types of speakers, or direct models, are best.
I had been thinking of Monitor Audio RX speakers, and they recommended their FX range for all surround channels. I don't mind going for 7.1, so I had been thinking of FX on the side wall with direct radiating at the back, but they said I should go with 4xFX. However, my local hi-fi dealer, who has always advised me well, is quite adamant that I'd be better served with direct speakers. Funnily enough, MA sell bipoles, the dealer normally doesn't!
Could anyone please put me out of my misery and give me a sensible explanation as to the benefits or otherwise or bipole/dipoles?
For info, I'm just about to have an garage/extension built and I'll be using it for a cinema (although I imagine when we sell the house it will be returned to a garage!) so the room will be, well, kinda garage sized and shaped. I don't mind 5.1 or 7.1, whatever would work best. The speakers can be bolted anywhere, no partner-friendly compromises need to be made (she gets control of the living room!).
Thanks
I had been thinking of Monitor Audio RX speakers, and they recommended their FX range for all surround channels. I don't mind going for 7.1, so I had been thinking of FX on the side wall with direct radiating at the back, but they said I should go with 4xFX. However, my local hi-fi dealer, who has always advised me well, is quite adamant that I'd be better served with direct speakers. Funnily enough, MA sell bipoles, the dealer normally doesn't!
Could anyone please put me out of my misery and give me a sensible explanation as to the benefits or otherwise or bipole/dipoles?
For info, I'm just about to have an garage/extension built and I'll be using it for a cinema (although I imagine when we sell the house it will be returned to a garage!) so the room will be, well, kinda garage sized and shaped. I don't mind 5.1 or 7.1, whatever would work best. The speakers can be bolted anywhere, no partner-friendly compromises need to be made (she gets control of the living room!).
Thanks