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mcoffeen · 10-17-2003, 07:59 PM

Ok, so its not the best ever. I need help from you home theater geniuses. I know nothing about receivers, speakers, etc..

This is what I have at the moment but am looking to definitely upgrade.

TV: 21" Samsung TV
Receiver: Aiwa CX-NA777 Stereo
Surround Speakers: Two KLH speakers in the back (I just split the speaker wire cause the surround jacks are broken on the receiver for some reason) so the sound isn't that great)
DVD Player: PS2 and Norcent DP300 (Region Free!)

Help me!! I'm piss poor so it needs to be on a tight budget, thanks!

snipsnapsappy · 10-17-2003, 11:04 PM

A cool new speaker set up from www.hsuresearch.com is coming at the end of the month. If you can afford more than Home theater in a box, this may be an excellent step up for you.

http://hsuresearch.com/forum/calenda...nfo&eventid=11

I believe it runs for aroun $260. An excellent deal for a higher end satelite system.

mcoffeen · 10-18-2003, 12:06 AM

a closer look...

mcoffeen · 10-18-2003, 12:08 AM

back left speaker...

mcoffeen · 10-18-2003, 12:10 AM

back left...

Killroy · 10-18-2003, 12:20 AM

Wow.....I'm speechless...

**SilentBob** · 10-18-2003, 06:14 AM

Well tell us what you Budget wise and maybe we can start from there. If you have the money i think its better to get everything seperately. But if money is short then a HTiB is always nice start

mcoffeen · 10-20-2003, 07:19 PM

I want to buy everything individually, starting with the receiver.

I'm in college so I dont have a huge income but I want to get the best or near best of everything so screw the budget it will just take me longer to get it, but thats fine.

doubledown · 10-20-2003, 07:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mcoffeen

I want to buy everything individually, starting with the receiver.

I'm in college so I dont have a huge income but I want to get the best or near best of everything so screw the budget it will just take me longer to get it, but thats fine.

Ok Mr. NO BUDGET
http://ww2.onecall.com/SPL_648.htm

or for no budget at all...
http://ww2.onecall.com/SPL_816.htm

mcoffeen · 10-20-2003, 09:27 PM

thanks doubledown.

What are the best brands on speakers? I'v heard that Polk is real good.

Likewise, what about the brands of receivers? any preferences?

Also, is there a site that explains all the features for receivers, speakers, tv's, etc.???

**SilentBob** · 10-21-2003, 06:30 AM

Well for receivers i will mention the one i have and that's the Marantz SR4300. IT has the DD-EX, DTS-ES(Discrete) and PLII. (specs in the link) I got it about a year ago and i guess they might be onto a newer model by now. So you might be able to find it at a good price somewhere. Can't beat it for all the stuff it offers you ($690 with tax in Cnd for my purchase. Just released when i got it)

I also hear that Yamaha receivers aren't too bad either and i have noticed they introduced some new models recently with the options like the above Marantz. They run at a cheaper price now then when i bought my Marantz.

Here's a pic of the Yamaha HTR5640B ($500 + tax Cnd)

Not too bad of a deal.

As for a Sub i will recommend my Velodyne CHT-8 (or any Velodyne product but the 8" inch out performes the 10" inch in many comparisons)

Speaker wise i'm wtill using some old RCA HTiB speakers. But so have some Mission Speakers for my main L&R speakers. (product of Denon which is another good name in Receivers but don't know price wise)

lostwire · 10-22-2003, 01:26 AM

From your pics I noticed you have two left rear speakers. If you move one to the right side you'll immediately notice much better seperation.

videoworx · 10-22-2003, 01:39 AM

Forget about the hardware, it's the look that counts...check it out:

http://www.dillonworks.com/portfolio...ter/index.html

mcoffeen · 10-22-2003, 02:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lostwire

From your pics I noticed you have two left rear speakers. If you move one to the right side you'll immediately notice much better seperation.

damn, I thought my right ear was just deaf.

snipsnapsappy · 10-23-2003, 09:32 PM

I also am in college (only 22) and have built myself a pretty nice theater. And I have done this through the magic of the internet buying one component at a time.

The internet has truly changed the home theater industry for most budget minded consumers. As in, are not filthy rich and like to build their theaters themselves and not just pay someone to put the best stuff in their room.

For speakers, these are what most people (including myself) on the net think have the best sound, looks, customer service and just all around value:

www.axiomaudio.com
www.rocketloudspeakers.com

For Subwoofers:

www.hsuresearch.com
www.svsubwoofers.com

For Recievers:

www.outlawaudio.com
But also check out at your local store:
Denon
Pioneer Elite
Marantz
Yamaha

There are plenty of other great companies out there. But I can say with pretty good accuracy that these represent the best values that can be found for their price and often much more than their cost. I would heartily recommend checking out these siites before you go to your local store to make any purchases.

Happy Hunting!

Iguana Man · 10-24-2003, 01:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by videoworx

Forget about the hardware, it's the look that counts...check it out:

http://www.dillonworks.com/portfolio...ter/index.html

Damn!!! That HT is amazing !!!!! Wonder how much it cost....

snipsnapsappy · 10-24-2003, 06:30 PM

Oh My God!

The doors slide open when you wave your hand across them.

And the frozen Han Solo is pretty damn cool too.

I am sure this guy has enough money to tell Lucas to release the riginal trilogy on DVD!

herbzee · 06-22-2008, 05:34 PM

I'm thinking of getting one of these as my Sony TV sound is awful.
Have U ever hooked up The Aiwa CX-NA777 to your TV to get better sound?

What's U're recommendation pls?
Cheers-Herb.

RoseDaniels · 03-10-2009, 03:46 PM

AIWA CX-NA777 has the sound quality is great!

RoseDaniels · 03-17-2009, 02:43 PM

Hey dear now a days there are so many systems available in market with different brands and price difference. First of all just set up your budget and then find the equipment as per ur need. And do not forget to check the previous version's performance of that equipment it will help u to take decision and still if u have any doubt then u can ask me here.

10-17-2003, 11:04 PM	#2 (permalink)
snipsnapsappy Actor Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Shell Beach, CA, USA	A cool new speaker set up from www.hsuresearch.com is coming at the end of the month. If you can afford more than Home theater in a box, this may be an excellent step up for you. http://hsuresearch.com/forum/calenda...nfo&eventid=11 I believe it runs for aroun $260. An excellent deal for a higher end satelite system. __________________ 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

10-18-2003, 06:14 AM	#7 (permalink)
SilentBob Silent Director/Silent Moderator Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Burlington, Ontario	Well tell us what you Budget wise and maybe we can start from there. If you have the money i think its better to get everything seperately. But if money is short then a HTiB is always nice start __________________ SilentBob's DVD's Supporting both HD-DVD and Blu-ray XBOX LIVE: luvthempocket8s PS3 ONLINE: pokerlover

10-20-2003, 07:19 PM	#8 (permalink)
mcoffeen Actor Join Date: May 2002 Location: Atlanta	I want to buy everything individually, starting with the receiver. I'm in college so I dont have a huge income but I want to get the best or near best of everything so screw the budget it will just take me longer to get it, but thats fine. __________________ My DVD Collection

10-20-2003, 09:27 PM	#10 (permalink)
mcoffeen Actor Join Date: May 2002 Location: Atlanta	thanks doubledown. What are the best brands on speakers? I'v heard that Polk is real good. Likewise, what about the brands of receivers? any preferences? Also, is there a site that explains all the features for receivers, speakers, tv's, etc.??? __________________ My DVD Collection

10-21-2003, 06:30 AM	#11 (permalink)
SilentBob Silent Director/Silent Moderator Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Burlington, Ontario	Well for receivers i will mention the one i have and that's the Marantz SR4300. IT has the DD-EX, DTS-ES(Discrete) and PLII. (specs in the link) I got it about a year ago and i guess they might be onto a newer model by now. So you might be able to find it at a good price somewhere. Can't beat it for all the stuff it offers you ($690 with tax in Cnd for my purchase. Just released when i got it) I also hear that Yamaha receivers aren't too bad either and i have noticed they introduced some new models recently with the options like the above Marantz. They run at a cheaper price now then when i bought my Marantz. Here's a pic of the Yamaha HTR5640B ($500 + tax Cnd) Not too bad of a deal. As for a Sub i will recommend my Velodyne CHT-8 (or any Velodyne product but the 8" inch out performes the 10" inch in many comparisons) Speaker wise i'm wtill using some old RCA HTiB speakers. But so have some Mission Speakers for my main L&R speakers. (product of Denon which is another good name in Receivers but don't know price wise) __________________ SilentBob's DVD's Supporting both HD-DVD and Blu-ray XBOX LIVE: luvthempocket8s PS3 ONLINE: pokerlover

10-18-2003, 12:20 AM	#6 (permalink)
Killroy Actor Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Maryland	Wow.....I'm speechless...

10-22-2003, 01:26 AM	#12 (permalink)
lostwire Expressed Visually Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Michigan.	From your pics I noticed you have two left rear speakers. If you move one to the right side you'll immediately notice much better seperation.

10-22-2003, 01:39 AM	#13 (permalink)
videoworx Would Make a Good Incubus Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: nowhere near Nebraska	Forget about the hardware, it's the look that counts...check it out: http://www.dillonworks.com/portfolio...ter/index.html __________________ And let’s not forget the fact that Tron turned the Frisbee into an instrument of righteous smiting.

10-23-2003, 09:32 PM	#15 (permalink)
snipsnapsappy Actor Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Shell Beach, CA, USA	I also am in college (only 22) and have built myself a pretty nice theater. And I have done this through the magic of the internet buying one component at a time. The internet has truly changed the home theater industry for most budget minded consumers. As in, are not filthy rich and like to build their theaters themselves and not just pay someone to put the best stuff in their room. For speakers, these are what most people (including myself) on the net think have the best sound, looks, customer service and just all around value: www.axiomaudio.com www.rocketloudspeakers.com For Subwoofers: www.hsuresearch.com www.svsubwoofers.com For Recievers: www.outlawaudio.com But also check out at your local store: Denon Pioneer Elite Marantz Yamaha There are plenty of other great companies out there. But I can say with pretty good accuracy that these represent the best values that can be found for their price and often much more than their cost. I would heartily recommend checking out these siites before you go to your local store to make any purchases. Happy Hunting! __________________ 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

10-24-2003, 06:30 PM	#17 (permalink)
snipsnapsappy Actor Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Shell Beach, CA, USA	Oh My God! The doors slide open when you wave your hand across them. And the frozen Han Solo is pretty damn cool too. I am sure this guy has enough money to tell Lucas to release the riginal trilogy on DVD! __________________ 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

06-22-2008, 05:34 PM	#18 (permalink)
herbzee Supporting Actor Join Date: Jun 2008	Best Home Theater Ever!!!!!! I'm thinking of getting one of these as my Sony TV sound is awful. Have U ever hooked up The Aiwa CX-NA777 to your TV to get better sound? What's U're recommendation pls? Cheers-Herb.

03-10-2009, 03:46 PM	#19 (permalink)
RoseDaniels Supporting Actor Join Date: Mar 2009	AIWA CX-NA777 has the sound quality is great!

03-17-2009, 02:43 PM	#20 (permalink)
RoseDaniels Supporting Actor Join Date: Mar 2009	Hey dear now a days there are so many systems available in market with different brands and price difference. First of all just set up your budget and then find the equipment as per ur need. And do not forget to check the previous version's performance of that equipment it will help u to take decision and still if u have any doubt then u can ask me here.

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