I've had my 1050 a little over 2 years and am intrigued by the 950/7100 upgrade opportunity. I’ve been satisfied with the 1050, but NOT thrilled like many forum posters. I would be grateful if any of the forum sages would comment on what differences they thought a 950/7100 upgrade would make, given my modest speaker config (Polk Audio RM6600 system - specs below).

I would probably end up adding a 6th and possibly a 7th speaker to the set-up. I’d like to upgrade, but I have my doubts. Thanks in advance for the response. -chris

CENTER CHANNEL-RM2600:
* Overall frequency response: 100Hz–24kHz.
* -3dB limits: 30Hz–20kHz.
* Recommended Amplification: 20–125Wrms.
* Sensitivity: 89dB SPL @1m (2.83 Vrms drive level).
* Nominal Impedance: compatible with 8 ohm outputs.
Crossover: 3.1kHz.

FRONT AND REAR SATELLITERM2300:
* Overall frequency response: 100Hz–24kHz.
* -3dB limits: 140Hz–20kHz.
* Crossover: 3.5kHz.

Sub PSW250:
* Overall frequency response: 30Hz–180Hz.
* -3dB limits: 40Hz–160Hz.
* Xover Adjustable 80Hz – 160Hz (set right around 150Hz).

I upgraded from a 1050 to a 950 and noticed a significant change. It's been a while now since I made the switch, but for what it's worth, it was a very worthwhile upgrade for me.

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