Snippy's new HT

snipsnapsappy · 09-07-2002, 01:25 AM

TV: RCAF38310HDTV
DVD PLayer: Denon DVD-2910
Reciever: Denon AVR 2802
Speakers: Front- Axiom M22's
Center- Axiom VP150
Sides- 2 Axiom QS8's
Rear- Axiom QS8
Subwoofer: Velodyne VLF-810

snipsnapsappy · 09-07-2002, 01:27 AM

snipsnapsappy · 09-07-2002, 01:28 AM

left surround, sorry about the dog

snipsnapsappy · 09-07-2002, 01:29 AM

Right side

snipsnapsappy · 09-07-2002, 01:30 AM

grills off

snipsnapsappy · 09-07-2002, 01:59 AM

sweetspot in the dark

snipsnapsappy · 09-07-2002, 02:00 AM

sorry about the flash, i am not a very good Director of Photography

I 8 Piglet · 09-07-2002, 02:55 AM

nice pic of the dogs butt

good stuff, those speakers look pretty hot.

Flash Ahhh · 09-08-2002, 07:52 AM

Yea, nice pic of the dogs butt.

Is that a girl on the couch? Can we get a pic of her butt too?

Great set up, all looks good.

-Flash

PS, you got 2 threads going. Do you want one closed, (if so which one) or maybe just have them merged?

Oscar Antonio M · 09-08-2002, 07:34 PM

Uh, who´se the girl?.

snipsnapsappy · 09-08-2002, 09:27 PM

The livein girlfriend with the higher paying job that helped pay for everything.

And no, no pics of her butt allowed.

Iguana Man · 09-11-2002, 06:11 PM

Nice setup, I've read good things about the Axiom line.

Two questions, what would you say the Axioms are most sonicaly similar to, and how are you managing the rears? What I mean by managing is, how have you set the db's/delays with the right rear being so much further from the sweetspot than the left rear.

Oh, and nice tv too!

snipsnapsappy · 09-14-2002, 01:58 AM

My rear speaker placement issue is worse than you think. My dog ate my remote for the reciever and the universal one I got can not access the menu for it. So, I can not change the speaker settings at all. My old set up had the left speaker being further from the listener, so it has a higher volume as well as being closer. So yes, it sucks, but what can I do. My preference is to sit closer to the right speaker.

And about the axiom's. I can not tell you whta they compare to because I have never heard anything like them. They do not sound gimmicky or airy, like I think most speakers like Definitive, Infinity, or Boston's do. They just sound real. The top of the line center speaker is probably my favorite. When really cool voices are narrating, like on Lord of the Rings, there is just this realistic quality. The speakers really get rid of the bullshit gimmick sound that an unexperienced listener would like and gives reality. Trust me on these they are amazing.

If you ever get the chance to hear dvd audio on these it is a must.
My favorite demo song is Uncle John's Band by the Grateful Dead. It has everything you could ever want. And the lead guitar from the center channel is the most beautiful sound I have ever heard.

sub780lime · 09-15-2002, 12:27 AM

i have to say good looking system, but above all, nice movie choice

snipsnapsappy · 01-14-2003, 04:50 AM

I have a new reciever which is supposed to arrive on the 15th.
It is a Denon AVR 2802. I willhave to put up one of my old speakers in the back until I get another Axiom surround speaker. I will post new pics soon.

boston george · 01-14-2003, 03:26 PM

I have that receiver! Good choice

I would reccommend 2 rear speakers though. Since the 2802 is only 6 channels you can either run the speakers in phase and then turn the rear channel level up to compensate for the shared wattage or use a seperate 2 channel amp to power the speakers. I chose the second option. I didn't mind shelling out the extra $ because I plan on moing to all seperates eventually. Or if I end up not needing it in the future I can always find a use for a good 2 x 100w amp. (ive always wanted to use the multizone feature for out on my deck....hmmm)

snipsnapsappy · 01-17-2003, 10:07 PM

So if I connected my new amps surround channel into my old amp. A denon AVR 2700, then i would get to have the two back channels. Seems like a little much because my room is only 12'x18' The cheap speaker I am currently using actuall fills up the rear space really well. Also Axiom surrounds are quadpolar so they are able to convey the sense of multitple speakers really well.

palebluedot · 01-19-2003, 06:13 AM

Don't you already have a 2802? I'm just reading your original post and I guess I'm confused.

Regardless, I would love an AVR-2802, but my next upgrade probably won't go above a 1803. I would love to hear your comments on this receiver none-the-less.

snipsnapsappy · 01-19-2003, 09:47 PM

I used to have a 2700 reciever. I just got the 2802 on Jan 16, 2003. The 2802 was only about $500 online. You should check out sites like www.Etronics.com or www.50topsellers.com before you decide to only get the 1803. Both companies have solid to good customer service. I do not know for sure because everything went fine on my orders there. But the shipping was cheap and fast.

palebluedot · 01-19-2003, 11:45 PM

Ah, I didn't see the "Edit" line on your original post. Thanks for the e-tailer advice, however I'd rather go with a Denon Authorized Dealer. And when it comes to servicing my unit I'd much rather have a brick & morter location to bring it to. Granted, with Denon's reputation for quality, one would hope a warranty would be worthless, but when it comes to expensive components, I really don't like to take chances.

Flintlock · 01-29-2003, 02:03 AM

sweet television......

snipsnapsappy · 03-01-2003, 10:35 PM

I got some new speakers. I recieved three new QS8 speakers from Axiom. I am sending back my Axiom QS4's.
Axiom decided to make tan grills for the maple speakers so I also ordered new grills because the black grills do not match with my decor. The speakers are really beautiful now, I will try to post a photo soon.

Soggy Bagel's Revenge! · 03-09-2003, 07:54 AM

VERY VERY NICE! I can't really say too much about the technical stuff, as I'm not a big HT person, but this is one of the most aesthetically pleasing home theatre rooms I've ever posted here. Perhaps a little bit predicatable and yuppieish, but all in all, very nicely done

Now, I must ask, did you or your girlfriend pick out the stuff for that room? (I'm betting your girlfriend, but am highly anticipating the true answer!)

Arigato,
Brook

snipsnapsappy · 03-09-2003, 09:08 PM

Predictable and yuppyish, I do not know what that means. I do not know too many 21 year old college students that have home theater setups like mine and own over 400 dvds. But I guess that could be considered predictable for some.
About the stuff, I like to have a good looking room. My girlfrined and I are big fans of IKEA. That is where most of the stuff is from. Except the couch. We picked the stuff out together so it was a mutual thing.

If you think it looks nice in the photos above, wait until you see the speakers with the new tan grills.

George McFly · 03-09-2003, 09:25 PM

so have you changed your mind when it comes to pic of the girl's butt?

j/k

Nice setup you got

Soggy Bagel's Revenge! · 03-10-2003, 07:27 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by snipsnapsappy
Predictable and yuppyish, I do not know what that means.

Well, by "predictable and yuppieish" I guess I meant that it looks like a promotional photograph taken straight from an expensive catalogue. This, of course, means it's very nice looking, but then again, it also means that it looks exactly like something out of a catalogue ^_^

Anyway, key thing to remember is that it's NICE, and I give you kudos for it.

Arigato,
Brook

snipsnapsappy · 03-10-2003, 09:14 PM

Here are the new grills for the fronts. I will take some photos of my new QS8 trio for the surrounds. And I do not have any digital photos of my girlfriends butt but I will let you know that it is very nice.

mrkeeling · 03-11-2003, 12:58 AM

I have to say that the speakers look WAY BETTER with new grills compared to old ones (at least to me).

09-07-2002, 01:25 AM	#1 (permalink)
snipsnapsappy Actor Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Shell Beach, CA, USA	Snippy's new HT TV: RCAF38310HDTV DVD PLayer: Denon DVD-2910 Reciever: Denon AVR 2802 Speakers: Front- Axiom M22's Center- Axiom VP150 Sides- 2 Axiom QS8's Rear- Axiom QS8 Subwoofer: Velodyne VLF-810 __________________ I balked, now the proud owner of both formats. I am now bi-partisan. I enjoy what both red and blue have to offer. My Theater MySpace Last edited by snipsnapsappy : 02-12-2005 at 01:06 AM.

09-07-2002, 02:55 AM	#8 (permalink)
I 8 Piglet Actor Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: missing NYC hardcore :(	nice pic of the dogs butt good stuff, those speakers look pretty hot. __________________ "I have respect for Beer!" - John Nash "He was a wise man, who invented beer." - Plato My HT v2.1: with x1 screen shots New screen shots 2/4/04 \| My DVD Collection as of 12/15/04

09-08-2002, 07:52 AM	#9 (permalink)
Flash Ahhh Moderator Emeritus Well Worth the Double Dip! Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: 8.4 Miles from the newest Hooters Restaurant	Yea, nice pic of the dogs butt. Is that a girl on the couch? Can we get a pic of her butt too? Great set up, all looks good. -Flash PS, you got 2 threads going. Do you want one closed, (if so which one) or maybe just have them merged? __________________ Flash - Moderator Emeritus - Savior of the Universe Criterion (krî´tir´èæn) Greek [kritËreon], *Noun.* (circa 1622) - Definitiveness. Set standard. Principle, rule or test upon which value or decision can be based. Characterization in which all others are judged.

09-08-2002, 07:34 PM	#10 (permalink)
Oscar Antonio M Loves his "family" Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Heaven & Hell coalition	Uh, who´se the girl?. __________________ DVD's

09-08-2002, 09:27 PM	#11 (permalink)
snipsnapsappy Actor Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Shell Beach, CA, USA	The livein girlfriend with the higher paying job that helped pay for everything. And no, no pics of her butt allowed. __________________ I balked, now the proud owner of both formats. I am now bi-partisan. I enjoy what both red and blue have to offer. My Theater MySpace

09-11-2002, 06:11 PM	#12 (permalink)
Iguana Man Ex-BadHumor Man Join Date: May 2002 Location: New Jersey, USA	Nice setup, I've read good things about the Axiom line. Two questions, what would you say the Axioms are most sonicaly similar to, and how are you managing the rears? What I mean by managing is, how have you set the db's/delays with the right rear being so much further from the sweetspot than the left rear. Oh, and nice tv too! __________________ Get outside and have fun! Nacho Website Focus

09-14-2002, 01:58 AM	#13 (permalink)
snipsnapsappy Actor Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Shell Beach, CA, USA	My rear speaker placement issue is worse than you think. My dog ate my remote for the reciever and the universal one I got can not access the menu for it. So, I can not change the speaker settings at all. My old set up had the left speaker being further from the listener, so it has a higher volume as well as being closer. So yes, it sucks, but what can I do. My preference is to sit closer to the right speaker. And about the axiom's. I can not tell you whta they compare to because I have never heard anything like them. They do not sound gimmicky or airy, like I think most speakers like Definitive, Infinity, or Boston's do. They just sound real. The top of the line center speaker is probably my favorite. When really cool voices are narrating, like on Lord of the Rings, there is just this realistic quality. The speakers really get rid of the bullshit gimmick sound that an unexperienced listener would like and gives reality. Trust me on these they are amazing. If you ever get the chance to hear dvd audio on these it is a must. My favorite demo song is Uncle John's Band by the Grateful Dead. It has everything you could ever want. And the lead guitar from the center channel is the most beautiful sound I have ever heard. __________________ I balked, now the proud owner of both formats. I am now bi-partisan. I enjoy what both red and blue have to offer. My Theater MySpace

09-15-2002, 12:27 AM	#14 (permalink)
sub780lime Can't Spell Bilbo Join Date: May 2002 Location: A Galaxy Far Far Away	i have to say good looking system, but above all, nice movie choice __________________ love comes and goes, but an avatar . . . that's forever. - Pirate

01-14-2003, 04:50 AM	#15 (permalink)
snipsnapsappy Actor Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Shell Beach, CA, USA	I have a new reciever which is supposed to arrive on the 15th. It is a Denon AVR 2802. I willhave to put up one of my old speakers in the back until I get another Axiom surround speaker. I will post new pics soon. __________________ I balked, now the proud owner of both formats. I am now bi-partisan. I enjoy what both red and blue have to offer. My Theater MySpace

01-14-2003, 03:26 PM	#16 (permalink)
boston george Actor Join Date: May 2002 Location: IN	I have that receiver! Good choice I would reccommend 2 rear speakers though. Since the 2802 is only 6 channels you can either run the speakers in phase and then turn the rear channel level up to compensate for the shared wattage or use a seperate 2 channel amp to power the speakers. I chose the second option. I didn't mind shelling out the extra $ because I plan on moing to all seperates eventually. Or if I end up not needing it in the future I can always find a use for a good 2 x 100w amp. (ive always wanted to use the multizone feature for out on my deck....hmmm) __________________ My DVD Collection My HT and Car pics

01-17-2003, 10:07 PM	#17 (permalink)
snipsnapsappy Actor Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Shell Beach, CA, USA	So if I connected my new amps surround channel into my old amp. A denon AVR 2700, then i would get to have the two back channels. Seems like a little much because my room is only 12'x18' The cheap speaker I am currently using actuall fills up the rear space really well. Also Axiom surrounds are quadpolar so they are able to convey the sense of multitple speakers really well. __________________ I balked, now the proud owner of both formats. I am now bi-partisan. I enjoy what both red and blue have to offer. My Theater MySpace

01-19-2003, 06:13 AM	#18 (permalink)
palebluedot Actor Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Minnesota, US	Don't you already have a 2802? I'm just reading your original post and I guess I'm confused. Regardless, I would love an AVR-2802, but my next upgrade probably won't go above a 1803. I would love to hear your comments on this receiver none-the-less. __________________ PBD ----- My HT

01-19-2003, 09:47 PM	#19 (permalink)
snipsnapsappy Actor Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Shell Beach, CA, USA	I used to have a 2700 reciever. I just got the 2802 on Jan 16, 2003. The 2802 was only about $500 online. You should check out sites like www.Etronics.com or www.50topsellers.com before you decide to only get the 1803. Both companies have solid to good customer service. I do not know for sure because everything went fine on my orders there. But the shipping was cheap and fast. __________________ I balked, now the proud owner of both formats. I am now bi-partisan. I enjoy what both red and blue have to offer. My Theater MySpace

01-19-2003, 11:45 PM	#20 (permalink)
palebluedot Actor Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Minnesota, US	Ah, I didn't see the "Edit" line on your original post. Thanks for the e-tailer advice, however I'd rather go with a Denon Authorized Dealer. And when it comes to servicing my unit I'd much rather have a brick & morter location to bring it to. Granted, with Denon's reputation for quality, one would hope a warranty would be worthless, but when it comes to expensive components, I really don't like to take chances. __________________ PBD ----- My HT

01-29-2003, 02:03 AM	#21 (permalink)
Flintlock Supporting Actor Join Date: Jan 2003	sweet television......

03-01-2003, 10:35 PM	#22 (permalink)
snipsnapsappy Actor Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Shell Beach, CA, USA	I got some new speakers. I recieved three new QS8 speakers from Axiom. I am sending back my Axiom QS4's. Axiom decided to make tan grills for the maple speakers so I also ordered new grills because the black grills do not match with my decor. The speakers are really beautiful now, I will try to post a photo soon. __________________ I balked, now the proud owner of both formats. I am now bi-partisan. I enjoy what both red and blue have to offer. My Theater MySpace

03-09-2003, 07:54 AM	#23 (permalink)
Soggy Bagel's Revenge! Actor Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Denver, Colorado	VERY VERY NICE! I can't really say too much about the technical stuff, as I'm not a big HT person, but this is one of the most aesthetically pleasing home theatre rooms I've ever posted here. Perhaps a little bit predicatable and yuppieish, but all in all, very nicely done Now, I must ask, did you or your girlfriend pick out the stuff for that room? (I'm betting your girlfriend, but am highly anticipating the true answer!) Arigato, Brook __________________ Whitney Houston is unanimously considered to be a talentless crack-addicted prostitute, but she's still proud to be 82% better than Star Wars. Teh video. \| Teh audio. \| Teh win! ...And please, for the love of god, don't be this guy.

03-09-2003, 09:08 PM	#24 (permalink)
snipsnapsappy Actor Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Shell Beach, CA, USA	Predictable and yuppyish, I do not know what that means. I do not know too many 21 year old college students that have home theater setups like mine and own over 400 dvds. But I guess that could be considered predictable for some. About the stuff, I like to have a good looking room. My girlfrined and I are big fans of IKEA. That is where most of the stuff is from. Except the couch. We picked the stuff out together so it was a mutual thing. If you think it looks nice in the photos above, wait until you see the speakers with the new tan grills. __________________ I balked, now the proud owner of both formats. I am now bi-partisan. I enjoy what both red and blue have to offer. My Theater MySpace

03-09-2003, 09:25 PM	#25 (permalink)
George McFly Kinda likes the Razorbacks Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: watching HD	so have you changed your mind when it comes to pic of the girl's butt? j/k Nice setup you got __________________ DVDs gallery

03-11-2003, 12:58 AM	#28 (permalink)
mrkeeling Actor Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: 49°15'56"N/123°8'4"W	I have to say that the speakers look WAY BETTER with new grills compared to old ones (at least to me).