Soliciting center channel advice to match my existing system

[Jason_AZ]

Hello Gang,

I’ve been lurking for awhile trying to catch up on recent advancements. I built my sub, mains, and surrounds 2-3 years ago. My question is what center channel speaker to build.

The facts:

My setup now is:
1) 2 Adire Audio Kit 281s transmission line configuration for left and right
2) 2 Adire Audio Kit 81s sealed configuration for rear channels
3) 1 Adire Audio Tempest Subwoofer in a sealed box configuration with plate amp
4) H-K AVR 430 receiver

My room geometry is a travesty. Spousal negotiation is going nowhere. There is a wall down the left side and the left channel is directly on it. The right side is open to the kitchen. The ceiling is vaulted and ranges from 8’ at the left wall to about 16’. Primary viewing position is on a couch parallel to the left wall. ARRRRR I get nauseated just thinking about it.
I have a dream that someday I’ll get a bigger house and have a dedicated room and do things right.

I have plenty of space above the TV for the center. About 14 inches vertical, 6 feet horizontal, 20 inches deep.

I was going to build an Adire LCC for a complete set but the AV8s seem to have disappeared and been replaced by the Extremis Midwoofers which I haven't read to much about except the propaganda from

I was looking at the Dayton WMTW and the Adire LCR but would be open to consider anything.

I’m quite happy following someone else’s plans with regard to crossover design and cabinet layout.

My listening habits are 90:10 Home Theatre:Music

So to summarize I’m looking for recommendations on center channel plans to grab and follow that would be a good match with my existing equipment.

What do you think ?

Thanks in advance for your input !
- J

[GM]

Greets!

I'm not familar with the AV8, but have a pair of Extremis and I'm betting it's at least audibly equal and probably superior, so unless DW says the KITLCR isn't a good enough match to your existing speakers, it would be my 'no-brainer' recommendation. If you ever do get that dedicated HT, think DIY acoustically ~transparent screen and horn loaded speakers to get a true cinema experience.

GM